Google has introduced Mixboard, an experimental AI tool designed to generate moodboards for brainstorming and design inspiration. Available in public beta in the US through Google Labs, the platform blends generative AI with a Pinterest-like visual layout, offering users an open canvas to assemble ideas.
Mixboard runs on Google’s Gemini 2.5 Flash model and allows users to start from pre-built board templates or simple text prompts. For example, users can ask for “cups, bowls, and plates in Memphis style” or “plan an autumn party in my living room,” and the tool will generate visuals that can be arranged into a moodboard. Users can also upload their own images, reference them to guide generation, or edit boards via natural language commands to refine or remix the results.
The interface is reminiscent of platforms like FigJam or Adobe’s Firefly Boards, with the ability to drag, drop, and regenerate visuals. Quick one-click tools let users create variations or expand on a theme, making the process iterative and flexible. Google says the tool is intended for a broad range of scenarios, from home decoration and event planning to creative exploration or simply assembling quirky collections of images.
Mixboard reflects Google’s growing interest in design-oriented AI tools, complementing its broader push into creative AI alongside Gemini-powered text and image applications. While the concept itself isn’t entirely new, Google’s integration of natural language editing and generative image capabilities could make it a streamlined alternative to manually curating boards on Pinterest or similar platforms.
