Frequently Asked Questions | NyumbaAI

NyumbaAI is an AI-powered interior design platform built specifically for Kenyan homes. You upload a photo of your room, set your budget in Kenyan Shillings, and receive personalised design concepts plus furniture recommendations from verified Nairobi vendors.

Yes. Using NyumbaAI is completely free. Upload your room, receive a personalised design concept, browse vendor recommendations, and explore styles at no cost. You only pay for the physical furniture, decor, or electronics you choose to purchase from our verified vendor partners.

NyumbaAI currently focuses on Nairobi and the surrounding areas. Our vendor network spans the full city, from high-end showrooms along Mombasa Road and in Westlands, Karen, and Kilimani, to mid-range retailers across Thika Road and Ngong Road, to artisan workshops and markets across the city. We plan to expand to Mombasa, Kisumu, and other Kenyan cities in 2026.

You upload a photo of your room, tell us your preferred style and budget, and our AI analyses the space to generate two or three design concepts. Each concept includes a mood board, furniture placement suggestions, and a curated shopping list from our verified Nairobi vendors.

Yes. Every vendor on NyumbaAI goes through a vetting process before being listed. We verify their business registration, inspect product quality, and review customer feedback. Vendors must maintain quality standards to remain on the platform.

NyumbaAI can design any room in a Kenyan home: bedsitters, living rooms, bedrooms, dining areas, home offices, and kitchens. Our AI is trained specifically on Kenyan housing types, including the compact layouts common in Nairobi apartments.

A Nairobi bedsitter can be furnished comfortably for between KES 35,000 and KES 52,500, covering a bed frame and mattress, a two-seater sofa, a coffee table, a wardrobe, lighting, a rug, and basic wall decor. Shopping at artisan workshops, Gikomba, and Maasai Market keeps costs at the lower end of this range, while mid-range retailers like Furniture Palace and Fundiz Furniture offer quality pieces at accessible prices.

A one-bedroom apartment in Nairobi can be fully furnished for between KES 120,000 and KES 140,000. Budget-conscious shoppers can mix artisan workshops and markets like Gikomba and Maasai Market with mid-range retailers, while those with more flexibility can shop at stores like Furniture Palace, Odds and Ends, or Victoria Courts. Our detailed guide covers the full breakdown room by room.

Yes. NyumbaAI welcomes applications from Kenyan furniture makers, interior product suppliers, and home decor vendors. We offer a performance-based model with no upfront cost, as well as priority and featured placement tiers. Visit our Vendors page to apply.

NyumbaAI earns a commission on purchases made through the platform. When a user buys furniture or decor from a vendor recommendation, NyumbaAI receives a percentage of the sale. Vendors on paid tiers also contribute a monthly subscription fee for priority placement and enhanced visibility.

Nairobi has furniture options across every budget and style. For premium and designer pieces, showrooms along Mombasa Road (Panesar, Odds and Ends, Ashley's/Fairdeal), in Westlands (Victoria Courts, Ayanah), and in Karen (Furniture Palace at The Hub, Mintari) are the top destinations. For mid-range quality, Furniture Palace has branches across the city including TRM, Riverside Drive, and Mombasa Road. For budget-friendly and artisan pieces, Ngong Road workshops offer handcrafted hardwood furniture, while Gikomba Market is the best source for second-hand furniture and fabric, and Maasai Market is ideal for rugs, cushions, and decorative items.

Yes. NyumbaAI is fully optimised for mobile browsers. You can upload a room photo directly from your phone camera, browse design concepts, and shop vendor products all from your mobile device.