Houzz has published its first-ever UK State of AI in Construction and Design Report 2025, revealing increasing adoption of artificial intelligence across the industry, alongside strong optimism about its future impact.
The report, based on a survey of more than 145 UK construction and design professionals, highlights how businesses are beginning to integrate AI into everyday workflows to improve efficiency, save time and streamline operations.
According to the research, almost half of respondents (46%) are already using AI within their businesses. Those adopting the technology report saving an average of more than three hours every week, equating to an estimated annual productivity benefit of over £23,000 per company.
Industry awareness of AI is also continuing to grow. More than seven in 10 professionals surveyed (72%) said they are familiar with AI technology, while the same percentage are aware of AI tools created specifically for construction and design applications.
The findings suggest confidence in the technology is strengthening, with 60% of respondents believing AI will significantly reshape the sector over the next five years.
Alon Cohen commented: “AI innovation in construction and design is accelerating, creating a competitive advantage for pros who adopt it. As the report shows, pros in our industry are approaching this era with openness and a strong desire to learn.”
He added that AI is increasingly becoming an essential business tool for professionals looking to improve productivity and strengthen client relationships.
The report found administrative tasks are currently the most common use for AI tools, with 79% of professionals using the technology for activities such as note-taking, document editing and formatting.
Other key areas where AI is being used include:
- Sales and marketing activities, including social media content and lead management
- Planning and design tools for project visualisation and floor plans
- Project management functions such as estimating, invoicing and task tracking
- Business reporting and operational processes including expense tracking and financial management
While adoption is rising, the research also identified several ongoing concerns among professionals, including the accuracy of AI-generated content, data privacy and a lack of training.
Despite these challenges, nearly two-thirds of professionals currently using AI (61%) said they are satisfied with the technology, while 60% believe it is already having a meaningful impact on their day-to-day workflow.
Andrea Yorston Interior Design highlighted the importance of intuitive solutions integrated into existing systems: “We know AI could save us time, but most tools require a level of training and experimentation that just isn’t realistic when you’re running projects day to day. What makes the biggest difference is when those capabilities are built into the tools we already use, so you can start benefiting from them straight away.”
Houzz Pro continues to expand its AI-powered capabilities across project management and design software, helping construction and design professionals integrate emerging technology into daily operations more seamlessly.
The full report is available from Houzz UK