About Us
InteriAssist was shaped by years of working closely with interior designers, studios, and design support teams across real-world projects.
Hello, my name is Shanthi, and I’m the creator of InteriAssist.
I have formal training in interior design, with a BA (Hons) in Interior Design from Staffordshire University (UK) and an MS in Interior Architecture from the Boston Architectural College (USA). While my education provided a strong foundation, most of my experience comes from hands-on production and support work within the interior design industry.
For over 8 years, I’ve worked as a design support professional, collaborating with interior designers worldwide on CAD documentation, 3D modeling, renderings, sourcing, and production workflows — the operational work that allows design businesses to run efficiently.
Alongside this, I’ve spent 6+ years teaching SketchUp and digital workflows to students and design professionals, helping them improve efficiency, adopt new tools, and strengthen technical capabilities across active projects.
This combination of industry training, production support, and workflow education has given me a practical perspective on how interior design businesses actually operate — and the challenges they face when finding reliable, skilled support.
That perspective directly informed the development of InteriAssist.
About the Creator
Shanthi O.
Interior Design Support Specialist & Educator
Creator of InteriAssist
🔗 Website/Portfolio: https://3dinteriorrenderstudio.com/
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanthioconnell/
🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/3dinteriorrenderstudio
Why InteriAssist Was Built
Working closely with interior designers and design support teams across different regions revealed a consistent industry challenge:
There was no dedicated, professional platform built specifically for interior design workflows.
Instead, designers and studios relied on:
- Generic freelance marketplaces
- Fragmented online communities
- Word-of-mouth referrals
- Directories with no understanding of interior design tools, software, or production processes
Designers struggled to find the right support.
Design support professionals and agencies struggled to present their capabilities clearly.
As AI, automation, and advanced digital tools began reshaping the industry, the gap widened. Designers needed business-ready support partners who understood both traditional design processes and modern production workflows.
InteriAssist was built to solve this gap — a B2B platform designed specifically for the interior design industry, reflecting how designers and support teams actually work today.
Our Mission
To create a streamlined, commission-free B2B platform where interior designers, design support professionals, and design support agencies can connect, collaborate, learn, and grow — supported by tools built specifically for the interior design industry.
What InteriAssist Offers
Design Support Directory
A professional directory built for interior design workflows. Filter by software proficiency, services, experience, time zone, and workflow compatibility.
Project Opportunities
Studios and agencies can share project roles when needed. Design support professionals can express interest and connect directly — all without commissions or intermediaries.
Badge Pathways & Resources
Industry-focused recommended courses for badge eligibility, plus templates, guides, and workflows — including support for modern, AI-assisted design and production processes.
Skill Badges
Software and workflow badges help designers quickly identify qualified professionals and teams.
Who We Serve
Interior designers
Interior design studios & firms
Design support professionals (solo & agencies)
Design support agencies & production studios
Emerging designers and recent graduates
Global professionals working across time zones
Our Vision
To shape a more connected and scalable interior design industry — where creativity, technology, and skilled design support work seamlessly together.
Join InteriAssist
Whether you’re an interior designer seeking reliable design support, or a professional or agency offering CAD, 3D, rendering, or production services, InteriAssist creates the visibility and direct connections needed to grow with confidence.