Title: Describe the influence of technology on the interior design industry.
Course: Introduction to Interior Design (19263-36) > Section: Investigating Influences on Interior Design

Description should include explanations of recent technological innovations and/or improvements in interior design features, such as

- smart-building technologies (e.g., programmable outlets, lights, and climate control; phone app control of systems)
- an assessment of the influence such technological innovations have had on the lives of inhabitants
- a summary of the influence computer software has had on the interior design industry
  - computer-aided design (CAD)
  - building information modeling (e.g., Autodesk Revit)
  - artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality (VR), and augmented reality (AR)
  - 3D printing
  - 3D rendering.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- What new technologies are influencing the interior design industry?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of new technologies in the interior design industry?

Communication

- What communication skills are necessary to employ new technology in the interior design industry?
- How can an interior design professional communicate to a client the possibilities for inclusion of recent technological innovations?

Leadership

- What leadership qualities are necessary in using technology in the interior design industry?
- How can an interior design professional communicate the advantages of recent technological innovations?
- How can leaders ensure that recent technological innovations/improvements are fully utilized in a project?

Management

- How can one keep pace with the latest technology in the interior design industry?
- What are the steps for implementing recent technological innovations in a design project?

Teacher Resources:

- Floor Planner
- Room Styler
- SketchUp