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Industry Trends & Reports
In addition to browsing interior design and architecture magazines and websites (some listed in the Online Resources section of this page) and following top designers on social media, try our Library database, Statista.
- Statista (This link opens in a new window)Contains statistical data on a variety of topics including business, finance, politics, lifestyles, current trends, and technology. Data is pooled from a variety of sources, including government and industry databases, trade publications, and scientific journals. Also includes infographics, industry reports, studies, and topic pages. Expert tools are now part of our subscription, not including Global Survey.
The American Institute of Architects Architects publishes the Home Design Trends Survey annually (available online) for architects and firms to educate homeowners about current trends they may want to explore.
- Home Design Trends Survey (AIA)Every quarter, hundreds of architecture firms share current project data to reveal new and emerging trends in residential design, providing an incisive look at the key features owners and buyers want—and purchase.
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General Background Sources:
- Credo Reference Academic Core (This link opens in a new window)
A comprehensive collection of subject encyclopedias, dictionaries, atlases, and reference handbooks. Also included are short reference videos and high-resolution images. Useful background information source.
- Oxford Reference Online: Premium (This link opens in a new window)
A comprehensive collection of scholarly encyclopedias and dictionaries published by Oxford University Press. A useful background information source for starting your research. Simultaneous user limit: 5.
- Britannica Academic (This link opens in a new window)
Provides access to the Encyclopaedia Britannica, Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary, an interactive world atlas, a world data analyst tool, images, timelines, videos, and primary sources.
Discipline-Specific Background Sources:
Architecture and Interior DesignCall Number: Stacks Upper Level NK1710 .H372 2012ISBN: 0135093570Publication Date: 2011
The Fairchild Books Dictionary of Interior DesignCall Number: Stacks Upper Level NK1165 .P4 2014ISBN: 9781609015343Publication Date: 2014
The Guide to Period Styles for Interiors by Call Number: Stacks Upper Level ; NK1860 .G87 2016ISBN: 9781628924718Publication Date: 2016
The Interior Design Reference and Specification BookCall Number: OnlineISBN: 1631593803Publication Date: 2018
Professional Practice for Interior DesignersCall Number: Stacks Upper Level NK2116.2 .P57 2020ISBN: 9781119554516Publication Date: 2020
Use Additional Online Resources
Codes and Standards
- ADA Accessibility Guidelines for Buildings and FacilitiesContains scoping and technical requirements for accessibility to buildings and facilities by individuals with disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
- Illustrated Guidelines for Rehabiliting Historic BuildingsFrom the Heritage Preservation Services of the National Park Service.
- Municipal Codes OnlineOridinances for many counties and cities.
- National Council for Interior Design QualificationNCIDQ Certification is the globally recognized hallmark of a highly qualified interior designer. NCIDQ Certification assures interior designers are competent to meet industry standards not only for aesthetics but also for public health, safety and welfare.
- U.S. Green Building CouncilPromote buildings that are environmentally responsible, profitable and healthy places to live and work.
Professional Organizations
- American Institute of ArchitectsThe AIA has been the leading professional membership association for licensed architects, emerging professionals, and allied partners since 1857.
- American Society of Interior DesignersThe oldest, largest and only multi-disciplinary professional organization for interior designers, interior design students and the manufacturers and suppliers who support the profession.
- Environmental Design Research AssociationEDRA is an international, interdisciplinary organization founded in 1968 by design professionals, social scientists, students, educators, and facility managers.
- Interior Design Educators CouncilIDEC’s mission is the advancement of interior design education, scholarship, and service. A membership organization, IDEC is recognized as the leading organization and authority on interior design education.
- International Interior Design AssociationAdvocates for advancements in education, design excellence, legislation, leadership, accreditation, and community outreach to increase the value and understanding of Interior Design as a profession that enhances business value and positively impacts the health and well-being of people’s lives every day.
Other
- Architectural Digest (Magazine & Website)Publishes nine international editions, and its brand has immeasurable influence in the world of interior design. Archdigest.com. AD website offers constant original coverage of the interior design and architecture worlds, new shops and products, travel destinations, art and cultural events, celebrity style, and high-end real estate as well as access to print features and images from the AD archives.
- ELLE DECOR (Magazine & Website)Guide to decorating and design
- Interior Design (Magazine & Website)Interior Design is the industry authority, leading and engaging the design community through print, digital and events.
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- The Office of Accessibility
- The Fredrickson Family Innovation Lab
- Global Fairfield
- The ITS Help Desk
- The Math Center
- The Science Center
- The Writing Center
Interior Design Course Guides
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