Your prompt works like a mini creative brief, helping the AI capture your design as if it were being professionally photographed. Focus on lighting, atmosphere, and material feel to bring depth and realism to your scene — the layout and composition are already understood.
1. Define the Feel and Light of the Scene
Start by describing how you want the space to feel, then guide the AI on how lighting supports that mood. Mention time of day, light quality, and tone — soft morning glow, golden-hour warmth, or diffused daylight.
Examples:
“Cozy open-plan layout with warm afternoon light, soft neutral tones, and a relaxed mood.”
“Bright modern space with crisp daylight, subtle texture, and a fresh, welcoming energy.”
“Evening glow with layered interior lighting, gentle reflections, and an intimate atmosphere.”
“Muted palette with diffused daylight and subtle warmth in tone.”
2. Add Context Beyond the Windows
Describing what’s visible outside helps anchor natural light and reflections, giving your scene a stronger sense of place. Keep it simple and atmospheric — focus on tone, not detail.
Examples:
“Soft morning light filtering through trees outside, calm and inviting.”
“Warm evening glow with faint city lights in the distance.”
“Overcast daylight from a garden view, gentle and diffused.”
“Bright coastal light reflecting off nearby water.”
“Golden afternoon light over open fields and rolling hills, quiet and rural.”
Even a hint of outdoor context makes interiors feel more natural and grounded.
3. Turn On the Light Sources
Guide the AI to activate lighting sources for added warmth and depth. Mention the quality of light rather than naming fixtures.
Examples:
“Soft glow from overhead pendants adds warmth to the space.”
“Ambient wall lighting creates gentle highlights on textured surfaces.”
“Table lamps casting a warm evening tone.”
“Layered interior lighting balancing cool daylight from the windows.”
Balancing interior and exterior light creates dimension and a more lifelike result.
4. Exploring Design Variations (Optional)
To test alternate directions or refinements, try subtle changes in finishes, materials, or tones while keeping the core layout the same.
Examples:
“Same design with brushed brass instead of matte black accents.”
“Lighter wood tone for a more coastal mood.”
“Soft fabric texture for a cozier look.”
“Muted sage color variation for warmth.”
These refinements help visualize alternate versions without reworking the entire design.
5. Scene Templates to Try
Full Room:
“Bright modern space with soft daylight filtering through garden-facing windows, subtle texture in fabrics and wood, and balanced interior lighting for a natural, airy feel.”
Open Concept:
“Connected kitchen and dining area with gentle morning light, smooth transition between natural and pendant lighting, and unified warm-neutral tones for a calm modern mood.”
Cozy Corner:
“Reading nook beside a window overlooking trees, bathed in soft afternoon light with a warm glow from a nearby lamp — tactile materials and serene atmosphere.”
Evening Ambiance:
“Dim golden-hour light from the windows blending with warm ambient sconces, soft reflections across stone and metal finishes, creating a layered, intimate mood.”
Country Retreat:
“Sunlit rural interior with golden light spilling in from open fields, soft shadows, and natural materials throughout — a relaxed, authentic feel with gentle interior accents.”
6. Quick Final Check
Before enhancing, make sure your prompt focuses on light, atmosphere, and a cohesive feel.
Pro Tip:
Think like a photographer capturing your design — describe the light, tone, and feeling, and let the AI handle the rest.