Compare layout options with variants
Create named alternatives of a design, compare them side by side, and get feedback from family or clients before deciding.
Last reviewed Oct 22, 2026 · v1
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Couples and families rarely agree on the first layout. Variants let you try several without losing any.
Before you start
- A project with a design you'd like to explore.
Steps
- In the project, open the design menu and choose Make a copy. Name it "Option A — sofa facing window".
- Make another copy: "Option B — sectional in the corner".
- Edit each variant freely. They're independent: changes to one never affect another.
- Compare: open the project overview to see the variants side by side, with their areas and item counts.
- Invite your partner or client as a free Guest and ask them to leave comments on each option.
- When you've decided, rename the winner ("Final") and archive or delete the others (they go to the 30-day trash).
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