The Houzz App Now Offers Augmented Reality Previews of Flooring
Laura McQuarrie — April 24, 2019 — Tech
References: houzz & digitaltrends
For years now, consumers have been using augmented reality previews to virtually test how everything from paint colors to various pieces of furniture will look in the home. With each passing year, the technology only gets more advanced, offering representations that are all the more accurate.
Houzz recently updated its app to include a new addition to the free View in My Room 3D tool—now, app users are able to see how certain 3D-enabled tile products will look in a physical space. The tool works by scanning the floor and identifying the perimeter of the space and virtually testing out different kinds of tile in augmented reality. As well as being able to change the orientation of the virtual tile within the app, users are also able to get a sense of project costs.
Houzz recently updated its app to include a new addition to the free View in My Room 3D tool—now, app users are able to see how certain 3D-enabled tile products will look in a physical space. The tool works by scanning the floor and identifying the perimeter of the space and virtually testing out different kinds of tile in augmented reality. As well as being able to change the orientation of the virtual tile within the app, users are also able to get a sense of project costs.
Trend Themes
1. Augmented Reality Previews - Augmented reality previews are becoming more advanced and accurate, allowing consumers to virtually test various products in real-life settings.
2. AR Tiling Apps - AR tiling apps like Houzz's View in My Room 3D tool offer users the ability to see how different tile products will look in a physical space through augmented reality.
3. Virtual Project Cost Estimation - With the advancement of AR tiling apps, users can not only visualize different tile options, but also get a sense of project costs for their flooring projects.
Industry Implications
1. Home Improvement - Augmented reality tiling apps like Houzz's View in My Room 3D tool are disrupting the home improvement industry by allowing users to virtually visualize and test various tile products.
2. Interior Design - The use of AR tiling apps is revolutionizing the interior design industry by providing designers and consumers with a virtual platform to select and preview different tile options.
3. Flooring - The flooring industry is being transformed by AR tiling apps, as users can now easily visualize and compare different tile options before making a purchase.
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