What tech and tools do you use to support your design process?
The interviewer is interested in knowing which helpful design tools you immerse yourself in, making your job easier and more accurate. Some Interior Designers prefer a sketch pad and pencil, while others utilize their iPads like a whiz! Perhaps you bring a blend of the old and new school by sketching out ideas and then scanning them into a 3D or 5D program to bring your concepts to life.
Whatever your preference, take the time to show the interviewer that you are in-the-know on the tools available to you. You can also ask which programs are used in their company, ensuring that you would be well-prepared to jump into these tools once hired.
"I have found a great combination of software to make my job easier and more efficient. Currently, I use Adobe Creative Cloud, and I have invested in most of the Adobe products, including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Spark. SketchUp 3D design software is a favorite tool of mine for residential home design projects. I find it immersive, and I like that I can easily move furniture around and click, drag, and drop new elements with ease. Could you share with me which tools your design firm prefers to use? I would be happy to get a jump-start on learning these tools to ensure a faster onboarding process."
