The ideal room photo
The AI generates better results when it can clearly see:- The full extent of the room (walls, floor, ceiling)
- Existing furniture and its placement
- Natural architectural features (doors, windows, alcoves)
- The room’s proportions and scale
Angle and framing
Best: Corner shot Stand in a corner of the room and shoot diagonally across to the opposite corner. This captures the most floor area and gives the AI the best sense of room proportions. Also good: Wall-facing shot Stand at the center of one wall and shoot straight across to the opposite wall. Good for bedrooms and smaller rooms. Avoid: Close-up / partial shots Photos that only show part of the room give the AI less context. This results in furniture that looks disproportionate or designs that ignore the room’s actual layout.Lighting
Do
- Shoot in daylight with natural window light
- Turn on all room lights for evening shots
- Ensure even, consistent lighting across the room
Avoid
- Dark or shadowy rooms
- Harsh backlighting (don’t shoot toward a bright window)
- Strong colored light sources (neon, colored lamps)
Before you shoot
A few minutes of preparation makes a significant difference:- Clear major clutter — temporary items (bags, laundry, dishes) confuse the AI and end up in unexpected places
- Make the bed — unmade beds make bedroom redesigns look messier
- Open blinds/curtains — natural light improves photo quality dramatically
- Remove very personal items — family photos, etc., aren’t needed for a room design
Phone vs camera
Your phone camera is perfectly fine. You don’t need a professional camera. However:- Use the main camera (not ultra-wide, which distorts proportions)
- Shoot in landscape mode (horizontal)
- Don’t use digital zoom — step back instead
- Minimum recommended resolution: 1200px wide
File formats and size
| Format | Supported |
|---|---|
| JPG / JPEG | ✓ |
| PNG | ✓ |
| WEBP | ✓ |
| HEIC (iPhone) | Convert first |