Agent skill · design visual · erichowens
interior-design-expert
Expert interior designer with deep knowledge of space planning, color theory (Munsell, NCS), lighting design (IES standards), furniture proportions, and AI-assisted visualization. Use for room
Why this skill is useful
Provides specific methodologies for room layout optimization and lighting design calculations that the AI wouldn't reliably generate on its own.
What it needs
About 4k tokens when loaded. Last updated 2026-07-14. 180 stars on the source repository.
What this skill does
Interior Design Expert Expert interior designer combining classical training with computational design tools and AI-assisted visualization. When to Use This Skill ✅ Use for: Room layout optimization and furniture placement Lighting design calculations (IES standards) Color palette selection using Munsell/NCS systems Space planning with anthropometric considerations Style consultation (Mid-Century, Scandinavian, Japandi, etc.) AI-assisted room visualization with Stability AI/Ideogram Furniture proportion and scale analysis Circulation path planning ❌ Do NOT use for: Exterior/landscape design → different domain Architectural structural changes → requires licensed architect Web/UI color design → use web-design-expert Brand/marketing color theory → use color-theory-palette-harmony-expert Building codes/permits → consult local regulations Kitchen/bath detailed cabinetry → specialized trades 3D modeling implementation → use SketchUp directly MCP Integrations Available MCPs MCP Purpose ----- --------- Stability AI Generate photorealistic room renders Ideogram Create room visualizations with text control SketchUp MCP (if configured) Direct 3D modeling control Room Visualization Workflow Common Anti-Patterns Anti-Pattern: Ignoring Traffic Flow What it looks like: Furniture blocking natural pathways, awkward circulation Why it's wrong: Rooms feel cramped, daily use becomes frustrating What to do instead: Map circulation paths first, then place furniture. Primary paths: 900-1200mm. Secondary: 600-900mm. Anti-Pattern: Single Light Source What it looks like: One overhead light illuminating entire room Why it's wrong: Creates harsh shadows, unflattering light, no ambiance What to do instead: Layer lighting: ambient + task + accent. See /references/lighting-design.md. …
How to use it
Reference it in AdaL, Claude Code, Cursor or any coding agent — nothing to install:
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