getimg.ai's AI Architecture & Interior Design Prompt Book

AI Prompts for Architects & Interior Designers

We put together this prompt book for architects and interior designers who want to get more done without spending hours on “just one more option.”

Open getimg.ai’s Content Generator, pick a prompt, and try it on a real project.

How it works (images)

You can:

• Edit a room image with text (move/remove/swap/change finishes)
• Use references (products, swatches, flooring, tiles, style inspiration)
• Generate from text (rooms, exteriors, landscaping, furniture concepts)

How it works (video)

You can use existing images as:

• a first frame
• a first + last frame
• or references (style, furniture, materials)

This lets you create things like room showcases, before/after reveals, timelapses, and style transitions.

Product + Specification

Place a product into a real room

What it’s for

Visualize a specific product in an existing space (rug, lamp, chair, faucet, art).

What you upload

Option A (best for accuracy):

• Room photo (Image 1)
• Product photo(s) (Image 2, Image 3, etc.)

Option B (text-only product):

• Room photo (Image 1)

Copy-paste prompt (with product reference images) template

Place the [PRODUCT] from Image 2 into the space in Image 1 at [LOCATION]

Image 1

Image 2

Place the painting from Image 2 into the space in Image 1 at the wall above the bed

Example with multiple products:

Place the sofa from Image 2 and the floor lamp from Image 3 into the space in Image 1. Put the sofa against the wall under the artwork, and place the lamp to the left of the sofa

Image 1

Image 2

Image 3

Place the rug from Image 2 under the coffee table in Image 1. Place the floor lamp from Image 3 next to the sofa on the right side. Match scale and perspective. Preserve everything else

Copy-paste prompt (text-only product, no product image) template

Add a [DETAILED PRODUCT DESCRIPTION] to the space in Image 1 at [LOCATION]. Match the room style and lighting

Image 1

Add a large, distressed vintage Persian rug with faded terracotta and navy blue tones to the space in Image 1 underneath the leather wingback chair and side table.

Quick tips

• Use a clean product photo if possible
• Be specific about placement (under coffee table, centered on wall, etc.).

Replace an existing item with a new one

What it’s for

Swap the current sofa for a different sofa, or swap the dining table, bed, lighting, etc.

What you upload

Option A (swap with reference):

• Room photo (Image 1)
• New item photo(s) (Image 2, Image 3, etc.)

Option B (swap with text only):

• Room photo (Image 1)

Copy-paste prompt (with new item reference) template

Replace the [EXISTING ITEM] in Image 1 with the [NEW ITEM] from Image 2. Preserve everything else.

Image 1

Image 2

Replace the sofa in Image 1 with the sofa from Image 2.

Copy-paste prompt (text-only swap) template

Replace the [EXISTING ITEM] in Image 1 with a [DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF NEW ITEM]

Image 1

Replace the cream upholstered bed in Image 1 with a heavy, solid walnut platform bed featuring a raw, live-edge wooden headboard with visible natural grain and knots.

Quick tips

• You can swap multiple items at once.

Add built-in storage

What it’s for

Make the space more functional and premium.

What you upload

Room photo

Copy-paste prompt template

Add built-in storage in [location].

Image 1

Add built-in storage on the empty wall: minimal, light oak, flush panels, with a mix of closed cabinets and open shelves. Preserve everything else

Quick tips

• Specify style: “light oak”, “warm white”, “flush panels”.

Show one product in multiple finishes

What it’s for

Same cabinet, different hardware finishes. Same chair, different wood stains.

What you upload

Room photo or product image

Optional:

Finish references (metal finish photos, wood stains, fabric swatches)

Copy-paste prompt template

Create 4 versions of this scene with [ITEM] in these finishes: [finish 1], [finish 2], [finish 3], [finish 4]

Image 1

Create 2 versions of this kitchen. Change only the cabinet color: warm light oak, deep olive.

Quick tips

• Keep finishes short and specific: “brushed brass”, “chrome”, “matte black”.

Colors + Materials

Change wall color

What it’s for

Fast paint studies without redesigning the entire room.

What you upload

Option A:

• Room photo

Option B:

• Room photo
• Paint swatch / color reference image

Copy-paste prompt template

Change the wall color to [COLOR]

Image 1

Change the wall color to blue

Reference-based prompt template

Change the wall color to match the paint swatch in Image 2

Image 1

Image 2

Change the wall color to match the paint swatch in Image 2

Quick tips

• For variation rounds: “Create 8 versions with wall colors: [list 8]”.

Change flooring

What it’s for

Try wood, tile, concrete, stone, carpet quickly.

What you upload

Option A:

• Room photo 

Option B:

• Room photo
• Flooring reference image (wood plank photo, tile sample, carpet sample)

Copy-paste prompt template

Change the flooring to [MATERIAL]

Image 1

Change the flooring to classic dark wood

Reference-based prompt template

Change the flooring to match the flooring material in Image 2

Image 1

Image 2

Change the flooring to match the exact tile pattern in Image 2

Quick tips

• Mention format if needed: “wide plank”, “large format tile”.

Change upholstery or furniture material

What it’s for

Try fabrics and textures quickly.

What you upload

Option A:

• Room/furniture photo

Option B:

• Room/furniture photo
• Fabric swatch reference image

Copy-paste prompt template

Change the [SOFA/CHAIR] upholstery to [MATERIAL]

Image 1

Change the chair upholstery to pink and blue striped corduroy

Reference-based prompt template

Change the [SOFA/CHAIR] upholstery to match the fabric in Image 2

Image 1

Image 2

Change the sofa upholstery to match the fabric in Image 2

Quick tips

• Good material words: “bouclé”, “linen”, “velvet”, “leather”, “woven texture”.

Move + Remove + Clean Up

Remove an object

What it’s for

Get rid of the TV, extra chair, clutter, cables, etc.

What you upload

Room photo

Copy-paste prompt

Remove the [OBJECT]. Preserve everything else

Image 1

Remove the rug. Preserve everything else

Quick tips

• For multiple things: “Remove [list]. Preserve everything else.”

Move furniture to a specific spot

What it’s for

Quick layout tests: move sofa, rotate bed, move dining table.

What you upload

Room photo

Copy-paste prompt template

Move the [OBJECT] to [NEW LOCATION]. Preserve everything else

Image 1

Move the painting to concrete wall. Preserve everything else

Quick tips

• Be precise: “centered under the window”, “aligned with rug”
• If it’s a rotation: “Rotate the sofa to face the fireplace”.

Remove all decor (keep furniture)

What it’s for

Make a room calm and minimal without changing layout.

What you upload

Room photo

Copy-paste prompt template

Remove all decor: pillows, throws, plants, art, accessories. Keep furniture and architecture

Image 1

Remove all decor: pillows, throws, plants, art, accessories. Keep furniture and architecture

Quick tips

• Great for “resetting” a space before restyling.

Empty the room completely

What it’s for

Real estate listings, renovation planning, a blank canvas.

What you upload

Room photo

Copy-paste prompt template

Remove all furniture and decor. Leave an empty, clean room.

Image 1

Remove all furniture and decor. Leave an empty, clean room.

Quick tips

• If you want built-ins kept: “Keep built-in cabinetry”.

Clean up a listing photo (declutter + light staging)

What it’s for

Turn a messy photo into something you can actually post.

What you upload

Room photo

Copy-paste prompt template

Remove clutter and personal items. Make the room clean and lightly staged. Preserve everything else

Image 1

Remove clutter and personal items. Make the room clean and lightly staged. Preserve everything else

Style + Concept Options

Restyle the room (same architecture)

What it’s for

Show different design directions quickly.

What you upload

Option A:

• Room photo

 Option B:

• Room photo 
• Style reference image (a mood shot, or an interior you want to match)

Copy-paste prompt template

Restyle this room in [STYLE]

Image 1

Restyle this room in vintage 1930s style

Reference-based prompt template

Change the decor and furniture in the room in Image 1 to match the style in Image 2

Image 1

Image 2

Change the decor and furniture in the room in Image 1 to match the style in Image 2

Quick tips

• Style examples: Warm Modern, Japandi, Scandinavian, Mediterranean, Mid-century
• You can do it in batches: “Create 4 variations of this room in the following styles: [list].”

Decor-only refresh (keep furniture)

What it’s for

Update the vibe without changing furniture choices.

What you upload

Option A:

• Room photo

Option B:

• Room photo
• Decor reference image (moodboard, styled interior, photo of another room in the house)

Copy-paste prompt template

Keep all furniture exactly the same. Change only decor: rug, pillows, art, plants, and accessories. Style: [STYLE]

Image 1

Keep all furniture exactly the same. Change only decor: rug, pillows, art, plants, and accessories. Style: pastel kawaii

Reference-based prompt template

Keep all furniture exactly the same. Change only decor to match Image 2

Image 1

Image 2

Keep all furniture exactly the same. Change only decor to match Image 2

Quick tips

• Great for “soft refresh” proposals (or making one room fit the style of another).

Kitchen + Bathroom

Kitchen refresh without changing layout

What it’s for

Show transformation without moving plumbing or walls.

What you upload

Kitchen photo

Copy-paste prompt template

Update this kitchen to a [STYLE] style with [MATERIAL/COLOR] cabinets and [MATERIAL/COLOR] countertops. Preserve layout and appliances.

Image 1

Update this kitchen to a modern moody style: deep burgundy cabinets, light stone countertops, slab backsplash, warm brass hardware, matte black faucet. Preserve layout and appliances.

Quick tips

• Works best one-by-one: pick best result, then refine.

Bathroom refresh without changing layout

What it’s for

New finishes, fixtures, and vibe.

What you upload

Bathroom photo

Copy-paste prompt template

Update this bathroom with [ELEMENTS, e.g.: microcement walls, a floating vanity, and warm brass fixtures]. Preserve layout.

Image 1

Update this bathroom to a modern Mediterranean style: handmade zellige-style tiles in pale green, plaster-look walls, arched mirror, warm brass fixtures, floating pale green vanity. Preserve layout.

Quick tips

• For options, do 4 or 8 variations with different tile styles.

Exterior + Landscaping

Facade refresh

What it’s for

Try materials, colors, and architectural character.

What you upload

Exterior photo

Copy-paste prompt template

Change the facade to [MATERIAL]. Preserve the architecture and proportions

Image 1

Change the facade to wide natural oak panels. Preserve the architecture and proportions

Quick tips

• Material examples: light stucco, brick, natural stone, charred wood.

Landscaping concepts

What it’s for

Front yard, back yard, or patio ideas.

What you upload

Exterior photo

Copy-paste prompt template

Create [NUMBER] landscaping concepts: [STYLE LIST]. Preserve the house

Image 1

Create 3 landscaping concepts: modern minimal, drought-tolerant, Mediterranean. Preserve the house

Quick tips

• Mention climate if needed: “for a dry climate”, “for a temperate climate”.

Architectural Sketch/3D Render to Photo

Sketch to photoreal

What it’s for

Make early ideas feel real for clients.

What you upload

Sketch

Copy-paste prompt template

Turn this sketch into a photorealistic image. Keep proportions and layout

Image 1

Turn this sketch into a photorealistic image. Keep proportions and layout

Quick tips

• You can add style: “Warm modern, natural materials.”

Render to “architectural photo”

What it’s for

Make a 3D render feel like a real photo.

What you upload

Render

Copy-paste prompt template

Turn this render into a photorealistic architectural photo with realistic materials and lighting

Image 1

Turn this render into a photorealistic architectural photo with realistic landscaping and lighting

Quick tips

• If it’s a facade render, add: “realistic landscaping.”

Text-Only Architecture & Interior Design Image Generation

Room with a clear layout

What it’s for

Create interior concepts that already feel like a real design proposal.

Copy-paste prompt template

Photorealistic [ROOM TYPE], [SIZE]. Style: [STYLE]. Materials: [2–4 materials]. Furniture and layout: [describe key furniture + placement]. Lighting: [time of day]. Camera: [wide angle / eye level]

Example

Photorealistic living room, medium-sized. Style: warm modern. Materials: light oak floor, off-white plaster walls, linen upholstery, travertine. Furniture and layout: a low beige sofa, a minimalist fireplace wall, a large neutral rug under the sofa and coffee table, two accent chairs near the window, a floor lamp behind the sofa, and a large artwork above the sofa. Lighting: soft daylight. Camera: wide angle, eye level

Quick tips

• Include placement cues like “centered,” “near the window,” “against the wall.”

Exterior house concept

What it’s for

Architecture concepts, facade direction, marketing visuals.

Copy-paste prompt template

Photorealistic exterior of a [HOUSE TYPE] in [STYLE]. Materials: [materials]. Details: [window style, roof type, entry design]. Setting: [urban/forest/coastal]. Lighting: [golden hour/daylight]. Include landscaping

Example

Photorealistic exterior of a modern single-family house. Materials: light stucco, natural stone base, black aluminum windows, standing seam metal roof. Details: large floor-to-ceiling windows, recessed entry, simple volumes. Setting: suburban street with mature trees. Lighting: golden hour. Include minimalist landscaping

Landscaping concepts

What it’s for

Quick landscape directions without needing a real site photo.

Copy-paste prompt template

Photorealistic landscape design for a [front yard/backyard]. Style: [style]. Climate: [dry/temperate/coastal]. Include: [patio/pergola/pathway/lighting]. Planting: [keywords]

Example

Photorealistic landscape design for a gated backyard. Style: modern Mediterranean. Climate: dry. Include a stone patio with pergola, outdoor dining, warm lighting, and a simple pathway. Planting: olive trees, lavender, ornamental grasses, drought-tolerant shrubs

Furniture concepts

What it’s for

Custom furniture ideation, product concepts, client-specific built-ins.

Copy-paste prompt template

Photorealistic furniture design: [ITEM]. Style: [style]. Materials: [materials]. Details: [shape, proportions, legs/handles]. View: [front/side/3/4]. Background: clean studio

Example

Photorealistic furniture design: sculptural lounge sofa. Style: contemporary gallery piece. Materials: blackened oak frame, saddle leather seat, brushed stainless steel connectors. Details: bold curved silhouette, visible joinery, generous proportions. View: 3/4. Background: clean studio.

Architecture & Interior Design AI Videos

Think of AI video as a quick finishing touch for your best images. A little motion goes a long way in presentations, social media posts, and listings.

Cinematic "parallax reveal"

What it’s for
A premium-looking room showcase that feels like a real camera move.

What you upload
Interior image (as a First Frame or Reference Image)

Copy-paste prompt template

The camera performs a slow parallax move, sliding laterally to the right while gently dollying forward into the room.

Reference Image

Day-to-night transition

What it’s for

Show lighting mood and atmosphere.

What you upload

Interior image (as a First Frame or Reference Image)

Copy-paste prompt template

Create a smooth day-to-night transition of this room.

First Frame

Material / color variants timelapse

What it’s for

Show multiple finish directions for one item in the same room. Great for quick client decisions.

What you upload

Interior (or exterior) image (as a First Frame)

Copy-paste prompt template

Timelapse video where only the [ITEM] changes through [NUMBER] material/color variants while everything else stays exactly the same. Keep the camera fixed and realistic.

Step 1: [MATERIAL / COLOR]
Step 2: [MATERIAL / COLOR]
Step 3: [MATERIAL / COLOR]
Step 4: [MATERIAL / COLOR]

(...)

Preserve everything else.

First Frame

Quick tips

• Pick something central to the shot (sofa, cabinets, rug, facade finish)
• Make the options clearly different, so the change reads instantly
• Keep the number of variants/steps realistic for the video length you chose.

Reveal video (empty room → furnished)

What it’s for

A clean before/after reveal for clients, real estate, and social posts.

What you upload

• Empty room photo as the First Frame
• Furnished final version as the Last Frame

Copy-paste prompt template

Create a smooth reveal video that transitions from Image 1 (empty room) to Image 2 (furnished room). Keep the camera fixed and the transformation realistic.

First Frame

Last Frame

Quick tips

• This works best when both images have the same camera angle.

Try it now

Open getimg.ai's Content Generator, pick a prompt from this Interior Design & Architecture Prompt Book, and run it on a real project image.

Start small (one change), then build up: materials → furniture → styling → full direction.

If you’re working with a team, use Teams feature to keep everything in one place. It’s great for sharing references, comparing versions, and getting quick feedback without messy back-and-forth.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this prompt book?

It’s a practical prompt library for getimg.ai’s Content Generator, made for architects and interior designers. It covers everyday workflows like material tests, staging, product placement, quick iterations, and before/after concepts.

What can I do with getimg.ai for architecture and interior design?

You can:

• edit room photos and 3D renders with text instructions
• test materials like paint, flooring, tile, stone, and fabrics
• place furniture and products into a real space using reference images
• generate rooms, houses, landscaping, and furniture concepts from text
• create short videos like reveals, walkthroughs, and day-to-night transitions.

Do I need a perfect photo or render?

No. A clean, well-lit photo helps, but you can also work with phone photos, rough renders, and sketches. If you want more accurate product placement, use a clearer reference image for the product.

Can I upload multiple reference images?

Yes. You can upload one or more references, like:

• a room photo + sofa + lamp + rug
• a kitchen photo + countertop slab + backsplash tile + hardware finish
• a room photo + paint swatch + flooring sample.

Can I generate images from text only?

Yes. You can generate rooms, houses, landscaping, and furniture from scratch using text prompts. It’s best for early concepting and mood exploration. For real projects, uploading a room image or references usually gives more control.

Can I use this for real estate staging?

Yes. It’s especially useful for:

• decluttering
• removing personal items
• emptying rooms
• light staging
• creating before/after reveals.

Can I use getimg.ai for sketch-to-render or render-to-photo?

Yes. You can convert sketches into realistic images, or make 3D renders look more like photos with improved materials and lighting.

Can I use this for client presentations?

Yes, you can quickly generate:

• style directions
• material palettes
• staging options
• before/after concepts
• short videos for mood and storytelling.

Can I use the images and videos commercially?

Yes, on a paid plan you can use the images and videos you generate commercially. The free plan is for personal use only.