The AI-powered Clipper is integrated directly into the Houzz Pro app and allows professionals to capture product details, pricing and images from any mobile browser. Pros can quickly save products to their library and add them to proposals, selection boards and project budgets without installing extensions or additional tools.

“The future of sourcing is mobile, AI-powered and completely seamless, and now we’ve brought this to the Houzz Pro app,” said Alon Cohen, Houzz co-founder and CEO. “With the mobile Clipper, it’s easier for pros to capture products from anywhere and easily move from inspiration to execution. Combined with new selection board templates and placeholders, Houzz Pro provides a more complete solution for managing sourcing, selections and project budgets in one place.”

New Houzz Pro Selections updates include the ability to clip from URL, add Selections board placeholders and save Selections board templates.  

Pros can source products in seconds by pasting a product URL directly into a Selections board, allowing them to capture product information from any website without installing extensions. 

Users can also add placeholders before final product decisions are made, helping teams track quantities and budget allowances early in the project. Once a final product is selected, all the images and details replace the placeholder while preserving quantities, comments and financial data. 

Finally, professionals can now save existing Selection Boards as templates or create new templates from scratch for a repeatable selection process. Paired with placeholders, templates provide a roadmap of the items needed for a project so teams can stay organized and ensure nothing is missed.

“The Houzz Pro Clipper is a lifesaver,” said Jonathan Gordon, founder of Design by the Jonathans. “It gathers all of the information for you while you’re on the go. It’s fast and easy to use. When you clip a product to your library, all the images, descriptions and pricing are ready to pull into a proposal.”

The Houzz Pro Clipper and Selections tools are available to all Custom package subscribers. The tools are fully integrated into Houzz Pro and complement a robust set of features that help pros manage the complete project lifecycle, including Estimates, Invoicing, Takeoffs, 3D Floor Plans, Mood Boards, Online Payments and more.

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“Contracts are the foundation of every project, yet managing them has traditionally been a complex process,” said Alon Cohen, Houzz co-founder and CEO. “With the new Houzz Pro Contracts tool, building, remodeling and design professionals can finalize agreements quickly, stay organized and deliver an end-to-end client experience that inspires confidence and builds lasting trust.”

With Contracts directly integrated into Houzz Pro, professionals can eliminate third-party contract tools and benefit from streamlined workflows and reduced friction. Contracts sent through Houzz Pro are signed on average in just over two days versus the one week, pros report it takes using other methods.

User‑friendly features of the Houzz Pro Contracts tool include:

• Smart Text that makes it easy to fill in project, client and subcontractor details in one click, helping pros work faster and avoid repetitive manual data entry.

• Built‑in eSignatures for fast, secure digital signing from any device.

• Contract templates so pros do not have to source contracts externally.

• Customizable branding and letterhead with logo.

• Centralized cloud access to signed contracts and activity history.

• Commenting and edit tracking to make it easy to follow progress.

• Notifications and reminders with real-time updates when contracts are opened, viewed or signed, plus automated follow-ups to keep projects on track.

The Houzz Pro Contracts tool is available to all “Custom” package subscribers in the U.S. It is fully integrated into Houzz Pro and complements the robust set of features that help pros manage projects from first contact to final payment, including Estimates, Invoicing, Takeoffs, Selections, 3D Floor Plans, Online Payments and more.

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“Houzz Pro’s 3D Floor Plans empower pros to turn imagination into reality for their clients,” said Liza Hausman, Houzz vice president of Industry Marketing. “Pros use 3D floor plans with current and prospective clients because seeing a design come to life builds confidence, creates excitement and ultimately, accelerates approvals. With AI-powered features, pros can quickly transform 2D floor plans into 3D models and renderings. These rooms are a fun way of showing off the power of our 3D tools.”

An essential part of Houzz Pro’s suite of project management and design tools, the 3D Floor Planner makes it easy for pros to create and embed 3D floor plans within Mood Boards and Selections Boards for a powerfully visual presentation. The Selections tool organizes all of the product and material options in one place online and is the single source of truth for product and material choices. Once clients approve the design, pros can turn any 3D floor plan created in Houzz Pro into an estimate or proposal, saving hours of work and delivering project materials to the client more quickly. With Takeoffs, pros can quickly calculate the exact quantities of materials needed directly from their 3D floor plans, helping them order accurately, reduce waste and estimate more precisely.

“We rely on Houzz Pro every day to streamline our processes, which has homeowners and builders turning to us time and time again for new builds, remodels and commercial projects,” said Azelia Dickson, principal designer for Interiors by Design.

See how the pros used Houzz Pro 3D Floor Plans to transform beloved television sets from  Central Perk to Westeros into home design.

Kitchen inspired by “Yellowstone” | Designed by May Construction

For May Construction, designing a “Yellowstone”-inspired kitchen (pictured above) meant creating a space that felt both rugged and refined. Stone finishes, exposed beams and modern luxury countertops blend the ranch’s rugged surroundings with upscale functionality, while details like hanging hats and even a refrigerator filled with fresh milk and marinating meat reflect the Dutton Ranch’s role as a working cattle operation. 

“I really wanted to include a butler’s pantry,” said Donna Gutto, designer at May Construction. “Gator seemed like an impressive chef on the show with many key moments taking place around his cooking. And the saloon doors took me back to the 1923 prequel series.” 

Expansive windows and artful exterior views connect the kitchen to the sweeping Montana landscape, grounding the design in its cinematic inspiration. 

Houzz Pro’s 3D Floor Planner serves as a vital tool in communicating with clients. 

“As a design-build firm, we take the clients from the very initial design meetings into construction,” said Gutto. “Houzz Pro’s 3D Floor Plans help clients visualize and collaborate with our design team in real time to get a full, accurate and realistic understanding of the layout and materials before construction starts. This visualization allows for open communication, design adjustments and a higher degree of confidence in the final outcome.” 

Tour the 3D kitchen floor plan.

Living room inspired by “Friends” | Designed by Allito Spaces

Allito Spaces channeled the cozy, eclectic ambiance of “Friends” by blending Central Perk’s coffee house charm with the comfort of home. With Houzz Pro’s 3D Floor Planner, the team explored seating arrangements and bar placement to ensure the layout flows as seamlessly as the conversations that once unfolded on that famous orange couch.

Tour the 3D living room floor plan.

Family Room inspired by “Gilmore Girls” | Designed by Interior Impressions

Interior Impressions imagined a family room for Rory Gilmore, blending nostalgic warmth with sophisticated charm. The layout recalls the original set, with a fireplace, built-in cabinets, French doors, generous windows, and graceful arched openings that echo Lorelai and Rory’s beloved home. 

Tour the 3D family room floor plan.

Bedroom inspired by “Mad Men” | Designed by Honeybee Interiors

Honeybee Interiors reimagined midcentury style through a modern lens, designing a primary bedroom that channels the polished sophistication of “Mad Men.” The room is grounded by a wall of fluted wood paneling that adds depth, rhythm and architectural character, complemented by rich walnut furniture and smooth neutral textiles. Houzz Pro’s 3D Floor Planner played an important role in visualizing the balance of tone, texture and proportion.

Tour the 3D bedroom floor plan.

Parlor inspired by “Game of Thrones” | Designed by Interiors by Design

Interiors by Design transformed the legendary throne room from “Game of Thrones” into a grand parlor and office — a space that commands authority while celebrating old-world craftsmanship. The room pairs deep, color-drenched walls with towering arched windows that flood the space with light, balancing drama and livability. At its core stands a monumental marble fireplace framed by polished stone columns that anchor the room with power and permanence. 

Tour the 3D parlor floor plan.

Whether inspired by small-town charm, ranch life or medieval drama, these spaces highlight the power of storytelling through interior design and how Houzz Pro 3D Floor Plans can bring bold visions to life.

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With AutoMate AI—Houzz Pro’s suite of integrated AI tools—pros can now handle administrative work more productively by generating detailed financial documents, tracking expenses and managing tasks with unprecedented speed and ease on-site or at the office. Documents include professionally formatted estimates, proposals, change orders and invoices, each complete with detailed line items, clear descriptions and location-based pricing. 

“With these latest AutoMate AI features, we’re streamlining administrative work that once took considerable time and effort,” said Alon Cohen, Houzz co-founder and CEO. “By tapping into AI, we’re helping to redefine how pros approach their workflows and unlock new levels of productivity, organization and impact across every stage of a project. This is about more than saving time; it’s about empowering pros to run more profitable, professional businesses with less effort, from anywhere.”

Administrative tasks are the most common reason pros use AI in their workflows, according to the 2025 U.S. Houzz State of AI in Construction and Design Report, making these latest AutoMate AI enhancements a direct response to the industry’s demand for faster, smarter solutions. New features include: 

• AI Documents: Pros can instantly generate and edit any financial document, including estimates, proposals, change orders and invoices with AutoMate AI. For example, to create an estimate, pros can type or use voice input to describe a project, including project type or scope, size of the space or tier (high, medium, lower). AutoMate AI uses those inputs to  create a professional document with anticipated labor and material costs, automatically using pricing based on project location and eliminating manual data entry. 

• AI Tasks: AutoMate AI scans daily logs and notes to proactively recommend relevant tasks, helping pros follow up, delegate and stay organized. Tasks can be added to the project schedule to help keep teams aligned and informed. 

• AI Expenses: Pros can take a photo of a receipt and AutoMate AI will extract and fill in key details to instantly log an expense under the related project in Houzz Pro. 

“Houzz Pro’s new AutoMate AI-powered features make estimating so much easier,” said Jason Dankworth of Sound Construction. “Instead of spending hours building out line items, I can now generate a detailed, accurate estimate in seconds, right from my phone. The AI takes into account my project location, typical materials and past work, so I’m not starting from scratch each time. This drastically cuts down estimating time so I can get back to focusing on the job itself.”

These new AutoMate AI-powered Houzz Pro features reflect Houzz Pro’s broader vision for an intelligent, all-in-one platform built for building, remodeling and interior design professionals. By embedding AI into daily tasks—from financial documentation to sourcing and expense tracking—Houzz Pro helps teams work more efficiently, accurately and with less administrative burden. And the results speak for themselves: pros are creating estimates more than twice as fast with AutoMate AI than with manual methods.

“Houzz Pro’s AI estimating tool can do in 20 seconds what it would take an experienced person an hour to do,” said Matt Panella of Panella Construction. “Costs are very close if not spot on at the line-item level, and it helps ensure no item is left out.”

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Color Schemes

Homeowners are turning up the volume on personal style with bold and expressive color schemes. Searches for “color drenching,” where a single hue is used across walls, trim and furniture, is up a staggering 4x. Whether opting for cool (up 3x) or warm (up nearly 2.5x) color schemes or getting artistic with monochromatic and analogous color schemes (up 2x each), homeowners are looking for professionals on Houzz to create immersive, mood-setting environments. 

Monochromatic color schemes use variations of a single hue, while analogous color schemes utilize three or more colors that are next to each other on the color wheel. An interior designer using Houzz Pro can lay out their brightest ideas in a visual Mood Board to see how everything will come together in any space. 

Wood-Drenched Spaces

Natural materials remain a timeless favorite for their calming, grounding effect, and this summer, wood is making its mark in an even bigger way. Searches for “living rooms with light hardwood floors” soared 5x, while “wood paneled offices” and “woven wood shades” saw notable increases by nearly 1.5x each. White oak storage solutions also gained traction, particularly in kitchen cabinets and bathroom vanities (up 46% and 20%, respectively).

Vintage Style

Vintage design has long had a steady presence in home interiors, but it’s seeing a significant surge in popularity as more homeowners bring authenticity, charm and character to their spaces. It may also offer an alternative solution to tariff-related pricing and supply chain challenges facing the industry. 

Copper Sky Design + Remodel — Photographer: Marc Mauldin

Searches on Houzz for “vintage bathroom vanities” spiked 4x year-over-year, and homeowners are leaning into the timeless charm of china cabinets and hutches (up nearly 3x). There is also growing interest in full-room styling with searches doubling for “vintage living rooms” and “vintage kitchens” (up nearly 2x). Houzz is seeing designers on Houzz adding a comforting sense of nostalgia, perfect for creating inviting rooms that feel as storied as they are stylish. 

Warm Metal Accents

Metallic details are adding sparkle to home interiors. Whether it’s “copper pendant lighting” (up 3.5x), “gold bathroom vanity lights” (up nearly 2x) or “brushed gold bathroom faucets” (up almost 1.5x), search insights give a nod to metal accents with sophisticated, modern flourishes. “Gold lamps” (up 42%) are also gaining popularity, offering a stylish way to bring warmth and a hint of luxury into living spaces and bedrooms. Copper kitchen sinks and range hoods (up more than 20% each) round out this glam-meets-industrial look that feels fresh and luminous, especially in bright spaces. 

Design: L. Pearson Design — Photographer: Julie Soefer

French Country

Romantic and timeless, French country style is finding fresh appeal in designs on Houzz. Searches for “French country bathrooms” are up 54%, with a notable 4x spike in “French country chandeliers,” suggesting that lighting is playing a key role in softening and elevating a room. Details like “floral wallpaper” (up almost 2x) are being embraced for their airy elegance and cottage-core charm. The style’s mix of vintage elegance and relaxed comfort is also making its way into the heart of the home, with searches for “modern French country kitchen” up 45%. Altogether, this aesthetic offers a perfect approach to home refreshes that feel both tranquil and transportive. 

Beverage Stations

Summer and entertaining go hand-in-hand and homeowners are getting serious about elevating their hosting game. Searches for “dedicated whiskey bars” (up nearly 2x) and “coffee bars” (up 19%) are becoming staples, alongside “beverage and wine fridges,” “small wet bars” and stylish “beverage bars” (jumping almost 1.5x each). These additions reflect a desire for easy, accessible and visually appealing drink setups, perfect for summer evenings with family and friends or quiet mornings on the patio. 

To see how you can incorporate a beverage station in a room, utilize Houzz Pro to visualize the space in a 3D Floor Plan. 

Fun Zones

Just as beverage stations are enhancing how we entertain at home, summer is also inspiring homeowners to carve out space for pure play. Alongside mingling and hosting, there’s a renewed appreciation for areas designed for downtime, creativity and fun. 

Searches for putting greens are up nearly 2x, while Lego rooms, billiard rooms and video game rooms are all seeing increased attention, up almost 1.5x each. Interest in “poker tables” (up 77%) and “game tables” (up 20%) also shows that more people are bringing classic games into their homes for casual entertainment. These dedicated zones allow people to unwind, play and create lasting summer memories together right at home. 

Low-Water Landscaping

As water conservation becomes a greater priority, homeowners are turning to Houzz for inspiration for low-water landscapes. “Succulent gardens” saw a 3x rise in searches year-over-year. Mediterranean gardens and landscapes are gaining popularity, with searches jumping almost 2x. Homeowners are also exploring practical solutions like “decomposed granite landscapes” (up 37%). These sustainable choices are ideal for summer when water usage typically spikes, blending form with function in outdoor design.

*Source: Data reflects year-over-year growth in U.S.-based searches on Houzz from January-March 2025 versus January-March 2024. Read the complete report here.

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Houzz worked with Kirby Home Designs to create four unique spaces that channel the essence of each astrological element. 

“The Houzz Pro 3D Floor Plan tool is a go-to for communicating with my clients and makes it easy to bring the essence of each astrological sign to life,” said designer Kirby Foster Hurd, founder and principal designer of her eponymous firm Kirby Home Designs. “Whether we were designing a kitchen with blazing red hues and luxurious finishes for our fiery friends or a spa-like bathroom with calming blue tile and soft ambient lighting fit for a water sign’s peaceful retreat, we could visually capture the mood and energy of each element, ensuring every space felt uniquely attuned to its sign.” 

The 3D Floor Planner is integrated into Houzz Pro, making it easy for pros to create 3D floor plans to use with Takeoffs and present to clients alongside Mood Boards and Selections. The Selections tool organizes all of the product and material options in one place online and is the single source of truth for product and material choices. Once clients approve the design, pros can turn any 3D Floor Plan created in Houzz Pro into an estimate or proposal, saving hours of work and delivering project materials to the client more quickly.

“Houzz Pro’s 3D Floor Plans are a powerful way for construction and design pros to help their clients experience all the elements of a design plan,” said Liza Hausman, Houzz vice president of Industry Marketing. “We know that using the exact products in designs can accelerate approvals and boost client confidence. Our latest AI-powered updates allow pros to turn product photos into 3D models and use them in 3D Floor Plans bringing their vision to life faster than ever.”

Let’s explore the designs inspired by each astrological sign:

A Kitchen Ablaze: Fire Signs (Aries, Leo, Sagittarius)

Passionate, bold and full of life, Fire signs need a kitchen that matches their vibrant energy. This space crackles with excitement. Think deep red-hued cabinetry, gold accents and statement lighting that shimmers like flames. An impressive gas range ensures Aries can whip up a feast, while an open-concept layout is perfect for Leo’s love of entertaining. And exotic animal and jungle prints nod to Sagittarius’ globetrotting adventures. 

“A kitchen designed for Fire signs should be as dynamic and fearless as they are,” said Foster Hurd. “We incorporated striking colors and patterns with bold finishes to create a space that fuels their creative spark.”

Tour the 3D Floor Plan.

Grounded Elegance: An Earthy Living Room (Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn)

Earth signs thrive in spaces that feel serene, sophisticated and deeply connected to nature. This living room exudes effortless elegance with rich, organic textures, natural stone accents and plush earth-toned furnishings. A roaring fireplace invites cozy nights in—perfect for Taurus, who treasures comfort and indulgent touches like a well-stocked bookshelf. The room’s efficient layout and floor-to-ceiling windows reinforce the order and clarity that Virgo craves. Thoughtful design details, like built-in storage and carefully chosen materials, reflect Capricorn’s love of structure and quiet luxury.

“We wanted to design a space that reflects the dependability and warmth of Earth signs,” said Foster Hurd. “It’s a room where you can unwind, recharge and find comfort in timeless, natural materials.”

Tour the 3D Floor Plan.

A Tranquil Retreat: Water-Inspired Bathroom (Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces)

Water signs are deeply intuitive and drawn to spaces that evoke a sense of calm and mystery. This bathroom feels like stepping into a luxurious spa, complete with a wet room, deep soaking tub, soft blue hues and shimmering aquatic tiles that reflect the light like gentle waves. Ambient lighting creates the perfect escape for a dreamy Pisces soak, while a rainfall shower offers a refreshing reset for emotional Cancers. For Scorpio, the quiet stillness of the space provides a haven for transformation and inner reflection.

“Water signs need a sanctuary where they can retreat and reflect,” said Foster Hurd. “This design embraces fluidity and serenity, mirroring the depth of their emotions.”

Tour the 3D Floor Plan.

An Airy Escape: The Ultimate Backyard (Gemini, Libra, Aquarius)

Light, bright and full of movement, Air signs crave spaces that feel open and free-flowing. This backyard is a destination for social gatherings and quiet contemplation alike. A modern fire pit sets the stage for Gemini’s late-night conversations, while a thoughtfully arranged seating area—complete with graceful lines and harmonious proportions—caters to Libra’s love of beauty and balance. For Aquarius, the outdoor kitchen is the perfect canvas for their experimental side inspiring unexpected flavor combinations.

“Air signs thrive in spaces that allow for both connection and solitude,” said Foster Hurd. “We designed this backyard to feel as boundless as the sky, reflecting their airy, adaptable nature.”

Tour the 3D Floor Plan.

From blazing kitchens to serene backyards, these astrology-inspired spaces demonstrate that the stars can guide more than destiny—they can shape a dream home, too. 

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Houzz Pro’s 3D AI tools also empower pros to turn product photos into 3D models they can use in their Houzz Pro 3D Floor Plans. Both features are part of AutoMate AI, Houzz Pro’s suite of AI tools that are integrated directly into the software.

“Pros want their 3D floor plans to include the exact products that they are specifying, and Houzz Pro now enables them to do so by turning a 2D product photo into a 3D model,” said Alon Cohen, Houzz co-founder and CEO. “With these new AI-powered updates, pros can transform their ideas into client-ready designs in just a few clicks—driving sales, streamlining approvals, boosting client confidence and bringing their ideas to life faster than ever.”

To generate a 3D Floor Plan from an existing 2D plan, AutoMate AI traces the 2D document, preserving key architectural features, such as walls, doors and windows. Pros can then build out a 3D Floor Plan to illustrate how their design meets a client’s needs and desires. To turn photos of furniture, decor and other products into a 3D model, pros can pull from their existing library on Houzz Pro or use the Houzz Pro Clipper to add a product from any vendor, website or their computer. Once the product is selected, AutoMate AI converts it into a 3D product model which can be placed into any 3D Floor Plan in Houzz Pro. 

These new AI-powered Houzz Pro 3D Floor Plan features enable construction and design pros to showcase their vision more quickly and with greater precision, helping clients to understand their options and make decisions with confidence. 3D Floor Plans can be experienced in dollhouse and walkthrough modes or presented with an in-person augmented reality (AR) tour of the project using the mobile app.

The 3D Floor Plan tool is native to Houzz Pro, so plans can be instantly added to Selections and the Client Dashboard, giving pros everything they need to successfully present compelling visuals at every stage of a project. 3D Floor Plans can also be converted into an Estimate and shared with clients with a few clicks. 

Houzz Pro provides pros with cloud-based, AI-powered project management and design software that helps them to run their projects efficiently and profitably. Using the software, pros can manage their entire project lifecycle in one place, including tools for takeoffs, invoices, online payments and more.

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Creating a Good First Impression During Home Renovation

When looking for the right construction and design pros, homeowners say their biggest struggles are finding someone they trust (48%), getting clear and detailed proposals or estimates (34%), and making sure communication is timely and accurate (30%).

Creating a positive renovation experience starts long before demolition day. Builders, remodelers and designers can use software to make things easier from the start—like giving fast, detailed estimates, communicating clearly and laying out the project step by step for the homeowner. Initial client interactions set the tone for the relationship.

Improving Upon the Home Renovation Process 

Once the project kicks off, two things make or break the experience for homeowners — transparency and communication. Nearly half of homeowners (41%) say that a clear project timeline would have improved their experience, while 40% wish they had received better communication from the pros they hired. They also want to know exactly how the finished space will look and an easy way to pay.

So, how can home construction and design pros meet or exceed these expectations? 

A Better Way to Manage Renovations: The Houzz Pro Client Dashboard

To improve the construction and design process for homeowners and pros, Houzz upgraded the Houzz Pro Client Dashboard with an easy-to-use design and new features, including a project schedule, daily updates, 3D floor plans, invoices and messages. Homeowners and pros can follow progress, review design choices, make payments, and chat back and forth, all in one place.

“Houzz Pro really helps you feel like you’re in control when you’re making decisions,” said Jordan E., client of Davis Interiors. “Having a one-stop shop for selections, renderings and more is one of the biggest things. We didn’t have to go to different software or interfaces to find all of the information related to interior design and the choices being made.”

Finding the Right Pro Makes All the Difference

Since 88% of homeowners hire a professional for their project, picking the right one is key. The best pros do more than just great work—they make the process easy, stress-free and exciting. When planning a renovation, homeowners can find and hire construction and design pros using Houzz Pro for a standout experience. Planning a renovation is a big undertaking, but homeowners tell us that with the right professional and the right tools, it can be a smooth and rewarding journey. 

*The online survey was fielded in July 2024 to Houzz users in the U.S. who are in the midst of, are planning, or recently completed a kitchen or bathroom renovation in 2024 and plans for 2025. n=2,866.

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The new tools include:

• Subcontractor Dashboard: The Houzz Pro Subcontractor Dashboard helps building and remodeling firms align with subcontractors (e.g., electricians and plumbers), giving firms the ability to share access to the project information subs need to do work on time and on budget, including the project schedule, assigned tasks and key files.
• Budgeting: Houzz Pro’s Budget feature enables pros to systematically compare their estimated costs for a project against actuals in real-time. The tool pulls all the estimated costs, actual costs and expenses pros track in Houzz Pro into one view, enabling pros to quickly assess overall project profitability as well as understand specifically where they’re over or under budget. On a cost-plus project, firms can choose to share the budget with their client. Providing a detailed view of estimated versus actual costs, the tool empowers pros to build more accurate estimates on future projects.
• Google Drive Integration: Houzz Pro’s Google Drive integration enables pros to further streamline their project and file management. Now, pros can pull files and photos straight from their Google Drive into project documents within Houzz Pro, including estimates, invoices or daily logs. This helps pros both save time, eliminating the need to download and reupload files, and keeps projects organized by housing a single source of truth directly in Houzz Pro.
• Photo Documentation: With Photo Documentation capabilities in Houzz Pro, pros can create an organized and easily accessible record of their work by saving an unlimited number of photos directly to a project’s Daily Logs or Files and Folders. Daily logs can be shared internally to track jobsite activity, ensure crew alignment and safeguard against liabilities. Pros can also share daily logs (including photos) with clients, giving them transparency into project progress.

Houzz Pro helps pros win projects, collaborate with clients and teams, and run their businesses efficiently and profitably, while delivering an outstanding client experience. The new tools are fully integrated into the software, which empowers pros to manage their entire project lifecycle in one place including Estimates, 3D Floor Plans, Selections, Invoices, Online Payments and more. Sign up at houzz.com/pro.

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“At Houzz, we’re constantly evolving our tools and harnessing cutting-edge technology to help pros run even more efficient and profitable businesses. With AI, we saw the opportunity to automate manual tasks in our software, so we developed Houzz Pro AutoMate,” said Alon Cohen, Houzz co-founder and CEO. “We continue to build out our suite of AI tools, bringing practical applications of the most relevant technology to this industry.”

In the Houzz Pro mobile app, AutoMate Assistant uses voice activation to help pros move their projects forward while in the field. The AutoMate Assistant can generate professionally formatted estimates for any project based on voice inputs from the pro, like project type, size of the space, location, project scope or quality (high, medium, lower). The AI-generated estimates include an itemized list of labor and materials for the project that the pro can then edit as needed.

AutoMate Assistant can also help pros stay on top of their projects while on the jobsite or on the road, enabling voice-created and properly formatted notes, assignable tasks, daily logs, change orders, or time and expense entries. Plus, AutoMate Assistant can help pros find records and documents, start a room scan and pull up directions to a jobsite using their voice and the Houzz Pro app.

For Houzz Pro Takeoffs, AutoMate AI makes on-screen measurements even faster and easier by automating manual tasks, helping pros turn bids around faster. When a pro uploads a set of construction plans, the Takeoffs AutoMate feature will scan them. Then, instead of having to click multiple times to identify the endpoints of a room area or wall segment, a pro can simply hover over the desired space, and with one click add the automatically measured wall or area to the measurement list. Pros can also add counts with Takeoffs AutoMate by selecting the group they want to add, such as doors, and hovering over a door on the plan, then clicking once to add all of the doors on the plan to the measurement list. A takeoff can be done in a fraction of the time using AutoMate.

AutoMate is available to Houzz Pro subscribers in the U.S. and Canada. Houzz Pro provides pros with cloud-based, AI-powered project management and design software that helps them to run their projects efficiently and profitably. Using the software, pros can manage their entire project lifecycle in one place including tools for Estimates, 3D Floor Plans, Selections, Invoices, Online Payments and more. Sign up at houzz.com/pro.

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“Everything in the spaces – from the overall style to the individual furniture details – was chosen to reflect the personal styles of the main characters from these popular shows,” said Madison Holmlund, Houzz designer. “Using the 3D Floor Plan Tool in Houzz Pro, it’s easy to bring the rooms to life with unique design elements like the floating stairs in Shiv and Tom’s penthouse or the marble tile from the hotel in The White Lotus.”

While home professionals have a knack for visualizing a renovation or redesign during the planning phase, it can be a challenge for their clients. Cue the 3D Floor Plan tool from Houzz Pro. Professionals can use it to quickly and easily showcase their design ideas, helping move projects forward.

“Design and remodeling professionals love that the visual tools in Houzz Pro help bring their concepts to life, giving current or prospective clients the confidence to move forward with a project,” said Liza Hausman, Houzz vice president of industry marketing. “They also love how 3D floor plans connect with other tools in Houzz Pro. They can be added to mood boards or selections, toured in augmented reality on the mobile app, and used as a launchpad for takeoffs, estimates and proposals. It’s a game-changer for so many pros.”

Here’s a look at the designs from these Emmy-nominated shows:

The Bear

Things are heating up inside this industrial-style kitchen with an eat-in dining booth (yes, chef!). Unlike Carmy’s personal kitchen, this oven isn’t storing any jeans. Get the look of this kitchen on the Houzz Shop.

Ted Lasso

This laid-back living room showcases a traditional-style living room where you might imagine the coach catching the latest football match.

The White Lotus

Relax in this luxurious spa-like bathroom inspired by the marble grandeur of San Domenico Palace – the backdrop for season two. Get the look from this bathroom on the Houzz Shop.

Succession

Wall-to-wall windows line this light-infused Tribeca penthouse, featuring a floating staircase and curved furniture lines, reflecting Shiv and Tom’s upscale style.

Wednesday

This design showcases the contrast of Enid Sinclair’s lively, colorful side and Wednesday’s dark, brooding side of their dorm room – capped with cathedral ceilings.

Photo credit: Houzz

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“Expanding the Houzz Pro 3D Floor Planner to support outdoor spaces was a natural progression of the tool and a top request from current pro users,” said Alon Cohen, Houzz co-founder and president. “Homeowners are prioritizing outdoor living and benefit from having robust visuals of finished spaces.”

Pros can now create outdoor spaces, such as decks, patios, lawns and driveways, using a library of materials including pavers, ground cover, lawn, gravel, decking and pavement. Those spaces can be subdivided to display different surface materials, such as paved areas adjacent to lawn or decking. Pros can also add pergolas, swimming pools and fire pits, and outdoor furnishings like tables, chairs, umbrellas and more from the Houzz Shop. 

“The Houzz Pro 3D Floor Plan tool is easy to learn and cost effective to use, making 3D visualizations more accessible to pros and their clients,” said Cohen. “With the new Houzz Pro features, pros can expand the area of the home included in their 3D Floor Plans to offer current and prospective clients a more comprehensive visualization of how a design flows from interior living spaces to outdoor living spaces.”

The Houzz Pro 3D Floor Planner empowers pros to quickly and easily communicate their project vision, for both indoor and outdoor spaces, to current or prospective clients through 2D floor plans and 3D models. Pros can bring 3D floor plans to life in dollhouse and walkthrough views or present a life-sized augmented reality tour on-site at the project using the mobile app. Also just released for the 3D Floor Planner, pros and their clients can make comments directly on floor plans to improve communication and coordination with the broader teams. 

The outdoor-enhanced Houzz Pro 3D Floor Plan tool is available to all Houzz Pro subscribers around the world, making it easy for pros to create and share 3D floor plans for outdoor projects and other interior rooms to use with Takeoffs and present to clients alongside Mood Boards and Selections.

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