AI Receptionist for Interior Designers. Capture every design opportunity.
AgentZap's AI voice receptionist answers every call 24/7, qualifies design leads, captures style preferences, and books consultations. Stop losing dream projects to missed calls while you're at showrooms or client meetings.
Why interior designers need an AI receptionist. Every missed call is a project handed to competitors.
$27B
US interior design industry revenue
Source: IBISWorld 2024
72%
of design inquiries come via phone calls
Source: ASID 2024
85%
of homeowners research designers online before calling
Source: Houzz 2024
35%
more consultations booked with 24/7 response
Source: ASID Member Survey
From inquiry to consultation booked. In minutes, not hours.
Call Answered
Your AI receptionist answers instantly, 24/7—no hold times, no voicemail.
Project Qualified
AI gathers key info: project type, scope, style preferences, budget range, and timeline.
Consultation Scheduled
Qualified prospects get consultations booked immediately based on your calendar.
Design Software Updated
Lead details sync automatically to Houzz Pro, Design Manager, or your CRM.
Sample AI Conversation
"Thank you for calling Mitchell Interior Design Studio. This is Sophia, how may I assist you with your design project today?"
"Hi, we just bought a new home and need help with the entire main floor. We're thinking modern farmhouse style."
"Congratulations on your new home! Modern farmhouse is a beautiful style—warm yet sophisticated. To connect you with the right designer, may I ask about your timeline? Are you looking to start within the next few weeks or planning ahead?"
"We'd like to start soon. We're moving in about 3 months and want everything ready."
"That's an ideal timeline for a full main floor design. I have consultation availability this Thursday at 2 PM or Friday at 10 AM. During this complimentary consultation, Sarah will discuss your vision, walk through our design process, and provide a customized proposal. Which time works better for you?"
AI receptionist features for interior designers. Capture more design projects.
24/7 Lead Capture
Never miss a design inquiry, even at 2 AM. Your AI receptionist answers every call professionally and captures complete project details while you sleep.
Smart Project Qualification
The AI asks the right questions: project scope, budget range, timeline, style preferences. You receive qualified leads ready for consultation.
Style Preference Capture
Records design style preferences, inspiration sources, Pinterest boards mentioned, must-haves, and no-gos. Arrive at consultations fully prepared.
Consultation Scheduling
Qualified clients get consultations booked instantly based on your calendar. The AI sends confirmations, reminders, and handles rescheduling automatically.
Budget Pre-Qualification
Tactfully discusses investment levels and explains your fee structure. Ensures budget alignment before consultations so you meet with serious clients.
E-Design & Virtual Consults
Schedule virtual consultations via Zoom, explain e-design packages, and collect room information for remote design services.
Trade & Vendor Routing
Recognizes calls from trade partners, workrooms, and vendors. Routes them appropriately and prioritizes urgent project communications.
Project Type Recognition
Understands full-service, e-design, room refresh, renovation, and new construction projects—asking relevant questions for each type.
Lead Analytics Dashboard
Track call volumes, lead sources, conversion rates, and popular project types. Understand which marketing channels drive your best clients.
And many more features...
Get Started →Integrates with your design tools. Connect with platforms you already use.
Our team configures your CRM, calendar, and software integrations for you. Sync call data across 1,500+ apps automatically.
White-Glove Setup
We configure everything for you. Just tell us what tools you use.
Real-Time Sync
Call data flows to your CRM and calendar automatically.
Ongoing Support
Need changes? Our team handles updates and new integrations.
Houzz Pro
Design Manager
Ivy
Studio Designer
Mydoma Studio
DesignFiles
Google Calendar
Outlook
HubSpot
Salesforce
Zoom
QuickBooks
Calendly
Acuity
Zapier
Slack
Mailchimp
Monday.com
Plus 5,000+ more apps via Zapier and our API
AI receptionist vs hiring. Save 90% on front desk costs.
Hiring a Studio Receptionist
- Annual Salary$32,000 - $45,000
- Benefits & Taxes$6,400 - $9,000
- Training & Onboarding$2,000 - $3,000
- Desk Space & Equipment$3,000 - $5,000
- Total Annual Cost$43,400 - $62,000
Limitations: Only covers 40 hours/week. After-hours calls (62% of inquiries) go to voicemail.
AgentZap AI Receptionist
- Starter Plan (Monthly)$79/month
- Professional Plan$199/month
- Coverage24/7/365
- Setup & IntegrationIncluded
- Total Annual Cost$948 - $5,988
Includes: 24/7 coverage, unlimited calls, design software integration, no sick days.
Annual Savings: $40,000 - $58,000+
That's enough for a showroom upgrade or an associate designer.
Simple, transparent pricing. Start free. Upgrade when ready.
Solo Designer
$79/mo
- Up to 50 calls/month
- 24/7 call answering
- Appointment scheduling
- Lead qualification
Perfect for solo designers
Design Firm
$199/mo
- Up to 150 calls/month
- 24/7 call answering
- Appointment scheduling
- Lead qualification
- CRM integrations
Great for design firms
Multi-Location
$499/mo
- Up to 500 calls/month
- All professional features
- Priority support
- Call recording & transcripts
- Advanced analytics
For design firm chains
Available on All Plans
Live Receptionist Backup
Human agents available 24/7
Instant Call Transfers
Connect callers to your team
Free SMS Integration
Text message notifications
Speed to Lead
Instant lead capture & alerts
AI Powered Engine
Advanced natural language AI
Smart Call Routing
Intelligent Q & transfers
Trusted by interior design professionals. See the results.
"I was losing leads while at fabric showrooms and client presentations. AgentZap's AI receptionist captures every inquiry now, and I've seen 35% more design consultations booked. The style preference capture is brilliant—I walk into meetings fully prepared."

Rebecca Hartley
Principal Designer, Hartley Interiors
Charleston, SC
Why interior designers choose AgentZap. Built for your business.
Instant Response
Every call answered immediately, 24/7/365.
Design Industry Smart
Understands design styles, projects, and terminology.
90% Cost Savings
Full 24/7 coverage for less than one month of salary.
Design Software Sync
Houzz Pro, Design Manager—all connected.
Frequently asked questions. Everything you need to know.
What is an AI receptionist for interior design firms?
An AI receptionist for interior design firms is an intelligent voice assistant that answers calls 24/7, qualifies design project leads, schedules consultations, and captures client style preferences—all without human intervention. Unlike traditional answering services, an AI voice receptionist understands interior design terminology, can discuss project scopes (full-service design, e-design, room refreshes), and integrates directly with your design management software and calendar. AgentZap's AI receptionist handles inquiries professionally while you're at client meetings, showrooms, or site visits.
How does an AI voice receptionist qualify interior design leads?
AgentZap's AI voice receptionist qualifies leads by asking key questions during the call: Is this residential or commercial? What's the project scope (single room, whole home, renovation)? What's their budget range and timeline? What design styles appeal to them? The AI captures all responses, scores leads based on your ideal client criteria, and routes high-value projects immediately while scheduling consultations for qualified prospects. This ensures you focus on clients who match your service offerings and investment levels.
Can the AI receptionist understand different design styles and terminology?
Absolutely. AgentZap's AI receptionist is trained on interior design terminology and can discuss various styles including modern, contemporary, traditional, transitional, mid-century modern, farmhouse, coastal, bohemian, minimalist, Art Deco, and more. It understands terms like design retainers, renderings, procurement, trade pricing, FF&E, mood boards, and space planning—speaking your clients' language while capturing detailed style preferences for your consultation preparation.
How does the AI receptionist handle e-design and virtual consultation requests?
The AI receptionist can explain your e-design packages, discuss virtual consultation options, and book video call appointments. It collects necessary information like room dimensions, existing furniture to keep, inspiration photos the client wants to share, and budget parameters—streamlining the virtual design process. For e-design inquiries, the AI can explain deliverables like concept boards, shopping lists, and layout plans.
Can the AI voice receptionist explain our design process and fee structure?
Yes, your AI voice receptionist can walk callers through your complete design process—from initial consultation to concept development, sourcing, procurement, and installation. It explains your fee structure (hourly, flat fee, percentage-based, or retainer models) at whatever level of detail you prefer, handles questions about deposits and payment schedules, and sets proper expectations before consultations so clients arrive prepared and qualified.
How does the AI receptionist handle calls from trade partners and vendors?
AgentZap's AI receptionist recognizes calls from trade partners, workrooms, contractors, and vendors. It can take detailed messages, provide project-specific information to approved parties, schedule trade appointments, confirm delivery windows, and ensure important vendor calls are prioritized appropriately in your message queue. You can set VIP vendor lists for immediate notification.
What information does the AI receptionist collect from new design inquiries?
The AI receptionist gathers comprehensive details: contact information, project address, residential vs commercial, project type and scope, design style preferences, rooms involved, budget range, timeline and deadlines (move-in dates, events), whether a contractor or architect is involved, how they discovered your firm, specific inspirations or must-haves, and any design no-gos. This detailed intake prepares you for productive first consultations.
Does the AI receptionist integrate with interior design software?
AgentZap integrates with popular design management platforms including Houzz Pro, Design Manager, Ivy, Studio Designer, Mydoma Studio, and general CRMs. Lead information flows automatically into your existing workflows, consultations sync to your calendar, and client details populate your project management system. We also connect via Zapier to 5,000+ additional apps.
What happens when clients call during showroom visits or site meetings?
Your AI receptionist handles every call professionally while you're unavailable. Whether you're at a client presentation, selecting fabrics at a showroom, or managing an installation, the AI answers immediately, qualifies the inquiry, captures all details, and schedules consultations based on your calendar availability. You receive instant summaries of high-priority leads so you can follow up when free.
How much does an AI receptionist cost compared to hiring a studio receptionist?
A studio receptionist costs $35,000-$55,000+ annually (salary, benefits, training, desk space) for only 40 hours per week of coverage. AgentZap's AI receptionist costs $139/month ($1,668/year) for 24/7 coverage—a savings of 97% or more. The AI never calls in sick, takes vacation, or misses calls because they're helping another client. One captured project easily pays for years of service.
Can the AI receptionist handle high-end and luxury design inquiries appropriately?
Yes, AgentZap's AI voice receptionist is designed to handle luxury clientele with sophistication and discretion. It uses polished, professional language appropriate for high-net-worth clients, maintains confidentiality, and captures the nuanced requirements of luxury projects without being pushy about budgets. The AI can be customized to reflect your firm's brand voice and service positioning.
What if a caller needs to speak with a designer immediately?
AgentZap's AI receptionist recognizes when human intervention is needed—like an urgent project deadline, existing client with a time-sensitive question, or a high-value prospect ready to commit. It immediately transfers these calls to you or your team based on your routing rules. You can set VIP client lists for instant transfer, and all urgent matters are flagged for immediate attention.
Stop losing design projects to missed calls. Start capturing every inquiry today.
Every missed call could be your next dream project. Start capturing every design inquiry with AgentZap's AI receptionist.
Resources for Interior Designers
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