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THE DESIGN INDEXWORKSPACE
Workspace
ONE CONNECTED WORKFLOWFrom brief to completion.

Explore the parts of Workspace through the way an interior project actually moves.

Explore all features
01
Project

Set the work up properly.

Project Setup & TemplatesBrief & IntakeTimeline & tasksShared calendarsTeam & timeAI Design Assistant
02
Design

Develop and approve every idea.

Room boardsMood boards3D ModelsClient reviewInteractive floor plans
03
Finance

Keep the commercial picture live.

Live budgetInvoices & paymentsTime & profitability
04
Procurement

Move selections into delivery.

Specifications & FF&ECustom joineryTrade requestsOrders & installation
05
Completion

Close with a useful record.

Document studio
SolutionsResourcesPricing
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3D model viewer for interior design

Bring the model
into the project.

3D model viewer for interior design helps you upload, review and present 3D models directly inside the workspace. Explore every angle, manage versions, capture feedback and keep decisions connected to the design.

Start free Watch the product film
Interactive modelVersion historyClient review

INTERACTIVE REVIEW

Explore the design from every angle.

This is the actual kitchen model. Drag it, orbit around it, zoom into details and move the camera without leaving the project.

LIVE MODELKitchen, Current version
Interactive
Preparing interactive model…
Drag the model to orbit, scroll to zoomSource file protected

ONE PROJECT, MULTIPLE MODELS

Every model, in one project.

Room models, joinery files and design options live as separate project objects, each with its own history, views and conversations.

DIONE WORKSPACESaint Germain Apartment

6 connected models

Project live
SELECTED MODELKitchen
Room model31.3 MBAH, owner

VERSION HISTORY

A history of the design, not overwritten files.

Each version records a real change set. Compare geometry, materials, camera views and notes before opening or restoring an earlier model.

KITCHEN MODELV4, CurrentUpdated island dimensions and lighting
GEOMETRY OBJECTS12,842MATERIALS18SAVED VIEWS5
CHANGE SUMMARY

01Island length increased by 200 mmGeometry

02Pendant positions revisedPosition

03Handle option B appliedSpecification

Viewing 24 Sept 2026
VERSION HISTORY

Kitchen

CONTEXTUAL FEEDBACK

Feedback where the decision happens.

Comments and internal notes keep their model coordinates, version and exact design context.

MODEL REVIEWKitchen, Overview
3 anchored conversations
Kitchen model with feedback points attached to the cabinetry and lighting
Coordinates stay attached to this exact model view.Tall cabinet elevation
Client commentPIN 1
EL
Emilia LaurentClient, 14 minutes ago

Could we see the tall cabinets in the lighter oak option?

LW
Laura

Yes, I will include that in the next version.

MODEL NOTES

Keep the thinking attached to the model.

Add internal notes for your team while reviewing the design, from technical questions to details that need confirming on site.

Separate from client comments Authors and timestamps remain visible Resolve questions as the design develops
INTERNAL REVIEW

Model notes

Confirm pendant drop height after ceiling inspection.

Laura, Today, 09:42
Open

Check clearance between island and dining table.

Anna, Yesterday, 16:10
Open

Verify steel sheet dimensions before finalising island.

Laura, 22 Sept, 11:18
Resolved

Client prefers Option B for cabinet handles.

Laura, 21 Sept, 15:36
Open
Private to the project team

CONNECTED SPECIFICATION

Connect the model to what is being specified.

The model location, product record and specification stay logically linked, from the pendant point to the island finish and sink tap.

MODEL TO SPECIFICATIONKitchen, Current version
Close kitchen model view with linked lighting, finish and tap specifications
3 tagged specification recordsKitchen model, V4
LT 02101 OF 03
Pendant lighting

IC Lights S2

Flos

MODEL LOCATION
Ceiling point 02
SPECIFICATION
Brass finish, 3000 K
PROJECT STATUS
Linked

SAVED VIEWS

Save the views that matter.

Every saved view is a precise camera position, not another duplicate image. Select a view to see its orbit, target and field of view.

SAVED CAMERA POSITIONKitchen approach
Client visible
Kitchen approach saved model view
ORBIT12°, 68°TARGETIslandFIELD OF VIEW42°

PRESENTATION MODE

Present without the workspace getting in the way.

Enter a focused client view, remove project navigation and keep the live camera controls available.

DI
OverviewBriefTimelineRooms3D ModelsFF and E
SAINT GERMAIN APARTMENTKitchen, Client review
Preparing interactive model…
Presentation mode, Live GLB

CLIENT EXPERIENCE

Designed for clients to understand.

The client receives a simpler permission layer around the same model, with no access to edit the source file.

DESIGNER WORKSPACEManage the model
KIGLB
Kitchen modelFull project controls
DESIGNER

Upload versionEdit

Version historyManage

Model notesPrivate

Product tagsEdit

Saved viewsCreate

Source file and project controls remain protected
CLIENT EXPERIENCEUnderstand the design
Approved modelClear review access
CLIENT

Explore modelView

Orbit and zoomUse

CommentsAdd

Saved viewsOpen

Approved modelView

Clients cannot edit the source model

ONE CONNECTED WORKFLOW

The model moves with the project.

UploadAdd models and new versions
ReviewOrbit, zoom and inspect
AnnotateComments, notes and product tags
ShareInvite clients and collaborators
PresentEnter a focused interactive view
ApproveKeep the final model with the project

3D MODELS

One model. Every decision around it.

Bring 3D review, feedback, versions and presentations into the same workspace as the rest of your project.

Start free Explore workspace
Built for interior design projects Client ready presentation
DI
CONNECTED MODELKitchen, Current version
Client ready
LIVE 3D MODELOne sourceEvery decision connected
04Versions
03Feedback
02Saved views
03Product links
ExploreReviewApprove

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