Interior design business software is an online tool that helps interior designers handle everything from lead management to designing, estimating, project management, invoicing and more. It is an umbrella term used to describe software that helps manage every part of an interior design business by streamlining processes and optimising workflows while preserving the client experience.

When searching for an interior design software program, there are 4 main features you’ll want to closely evaluate to ensure they fit your needs. 

1. Game-changing Design Tools - Your software should go above and beyond to create mood boards, generate floor plans and build proposals that wow your clients. And guess what? Houzz Pro has innovative features like a web product clipper tool that you’ve got to try. 
2. Personable Project Management - The words “project management” are a drag, but actually managing the projects doesn’t have to be. If your interior design software includes helpful automation and transparency for every team member to see, you’re golden. P.S. Have you checked out our Project Management feature yet? We think you’ll love it. 
3. Convenient Invoicing & Online Payment Tools - Getting paid and keeping paper trails are critical in this line of business, and no one knows that better than you. Double check that whatever payment system you’re choosing accurately logs every cent, and the online system is quick, safe and secure. That’s what we’re all about. 
4. Seamless Integrations - There are likely tools or systems you do not want to change in order to use software (Xero, Gmail, etc.). Ensuring your software integrates with those important platforms is a must. Did we mention we play nice with Xero, Gmail and Zoom? Surprise.

At minimum, any good interior design software program should have these features, but there may be differences in how technical or extensive they are. The best way to get a feel for whether a software is right for you is by signing up for a demo or starting a free trial. This way you can test drive the features before committing to a subscription. While you’re here, feel free to give our free trial a spin. 

With a Houzz Pro membership for interior designers, you’ll have access to solutions that help you win the projects you want:

• Professionally branded estimates
• A CRM that helps you stay organised
• Simple email marketing tools
• A 3D Floor Planner, Mood Boards and Life-Sized Walkthrough features

We even help you manage projects with: 

• Project management and collaboration solutions
• Straightforward variation orders
• A client dashboard and portal
• Real-time approval tracking and e-signatures
• Project profitability analytics

When it’s time to get paid, you’ll enjoy the convenience of:

• Online payment & invoicing tools
• Time and expense tracking
• Financial reports
• Integrations with Gmail, Zoom, Xero and more

Subscribers of our interior design business software get the full support of our customer support team. We’re available via chat and email to help ensure you’re getting the most out of Houzz Pro. As a Stevie Award Winner recognised for Innovation in Customer Support we’re confident we can help you through any challenge. Need help figuring out how to integrate with your Xero account? We’ve got your back. Need a tutorial of how to take a variation order and convert it into an invoice? We’ll make it happen!