Integrating AI in the Creative Process: A Case Study in Interior Design Education

This study explores the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in interior design education, examining how AI-powered tools such as MidJourney, Stable Diffusion, and DALL·E influence students’ creative processes. The case study investigates AI’s role as a co-creative partner, its impact on design thinking, and the pedagogical benefits and challenges associated with its use. Conducted in a senior-level interior design studio, this study employs a multi-phase approach involving precedent research, AI-assisted ideation, iterative refinement, and final project development. Findings indicate that AI expands students’ creative boundaries, fosters iterative design thinking, and facilitates rapid visualization of diverse concepts. However, challenges include AI’s lack of contextual awareness, output precision limitations, and ethical concerns regarding authorship. This study underscores the necessity of AI literacy, critical evaluation skills, and a balanced approach that integrates AI with traditional design methods, contributing to ongoing discussions on AI’s evolving role in art and design education.