| About.com:
Designer Resources |
Although
slanted toward the construction industry, this site has
some useful links to design-related areas. |
| Advisory
Council on Historic Preservation |
The
Advisory Council on Historic Preservation is an independent
federal agency that provides a forum for influencing federal
activities, programs and policies as they affect historic
resources. ACHP's Web site includes the text of the National
Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended |
| American
Institute of Architects |
A
Web site designed to help the public learn about architectural
services, as well as lead potential clients through the
process of hiring an architect. |
| American
Society of Interior Designers |
Database
for finding an ASID interior designer for either residential
or commercial installations. |
| American
Society of Interior Designers, Texas Chapter |
Online
portfolios |
| Apparel
& Textile Xchange |
ATEXINC
features apparel and textile educational supplies, such
as CD- ROMs, videotapes, textbooks, reference books, software,
slides, and samples. It also lists a number of useful
related links to books, organizations, government agencies,
etc |
| ASID:
American Society of Interior Designers |
Bulletin
boards, members' space, calendar, and trade news. |
| ASID
California Los Angeles Interior Designers Home |
Information on membership, articles of interest to consumers,
and a database of local designers. |
| Brittanica.com
- Interior Design |
A
good overview of interior design, covering principles,
components, styles, and historical and cultural expressions |
| Center
for Health Design |
The Center for Health Design seeks to demonstrate that
supportive building design can enhance health and well-being.
Its Web site includes research results and other resources. |
| Center
for Universal Design |
The Center for Universal Design is a national research,
information and technical assistance center that evaluates,
develops and promotes universal design in housing, public
and commercial facilities, and related products. Its Web
site has some sample projects and information about standards
and regulations. |
| Centre
for Sustainable Design |
The Centre for Sustainable Design facilitates discussion
and research on eco-design and broader sustainability
considerations in product and service development. |
| Color
Marketing Group |
CMG's major focus is to identify the direction of color
and design trends. |
| California
Legislative Conference on Interior Design |
Maintaining
the right of the interior designer to practice in a favorable
business environment |
| Carpet
and Rug Institute |
Trade
association for carpets, rugs, and flooring. |
| Center
for Health Design |
-Online
newsletter, links, and articles of interest. |
| Dezignaré
Interior Design Collective |
Neither an association nor a commercial venture, Dezignaré
offers one of the most comprehensive Web sites for would-be
or practicing interior designers, with lots of information
and links to other resources. |
| Design
Management Institute |
International organization dedicated to improving the
management and utilization of design. |
| Energy
Efficient Lighting Association |
Promotes
the use of energy-efficient lighting and related products. |
| Foundation
for Design Integrity |
Membership
information, activities, news, and legislation. |
| Home
Furnishings International Association |
Association
calendar, membership services, news, and links. |
| IFDA
- International Furnishings and Design Association |
An alliance of leaders from every segment of the furnishings
and design industry. |
| The
Interior Design Society |
Products,
services and information for residential designers and
decorators. |
| The
Interior Designers Club |
For
designers and decorators who want quality carpets, fabrics,
vinyl, and wallcoverings at wholesale prices. |
| Interior
Re-Design Network |
National
networking group specializing in interior redesign and
room makeovers. |
| International
Interior Design Association |
Professional
networking and educational association with more than
11,000 members. |
| Interior Design Schools at Directory of Schools and Colleges |
Offers information on both online & campus Interior design Schools and Colleges |
| Interior
Design Schools at Find Trade Schools |
Web
page listing private interior design schools and colleges |
| National
Guild of Professional Paperhangers |
Membership
list, technical articles, and activities calendar. |
| NJ
Chapter of American Society of Interior Designers |
Membership,
education, and contact information. |
| Online College Degrees |
Directory of North American colleges and universities offering online degree programs. |
| Paint
and Decorating Retailers Association |
Information
on membership and tradeshows |
| Society
of Decorative Painters |
Central
dissemination point for information about activities related
to decorative painting |
| Okon,
Inc. |
Wood
stain and water based sealers. |
