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Interior design touches every aspect of our lives, from technological innovations to the ancient art of Feng Shui. Design Directions, our monthly newsletter features topics on interior design and the built environment archived for future reference.
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ARCHITECTURE & CONSTRUCTION
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• Acoustical Considerations - An Introduction
• CSI Master Format(TM) Division
• Design Styles: Architecture, Interiors & Furnishings A-H / I-Q / R-Z
• Fireplaces Are A Focal Point Inside and Outside
• In Praise of Rays: Using Windows and Doors to Bring Natural Light into Your Home
• Palladio, Andrea
• Virtual Architecture: A Real Trip
• With A Ceiling the Sky is the Limit
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COLOR
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• A Change in Season Reflects a Change in Mood
•  Hot Home Decorating and Color Trends for 2008
• Itten, Johannes "The Art of Color"
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FACILITY MANAGEMENT
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• Facility Managers and Their Role in the Built Environment
• Nature's Panoramic Artistry Brightens Research Facilities and Healthcare Environments |
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FURNITURE & ACCESSORIES
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• A Comfortable Office Chair? It is Possible
• The Age of Design That Evokes A Emotional Experience: Danielé Perna Connects With The New Breed of Designers
• The Barcelona Chair: A Design Worthy of Kings - Mies Van der Rohe & Lilly Reich
• The Bauhaus Design Movement
• Bauhaus Design - The Beginning of Modernism
• Decorating Tips for Small Rooms
• Lalique, Renee
• Perriand, Charlotte (1903-1999)
• Rietveld, Gerrit: Defining New Forms In Wood
• Spotlight on Eileen Gray 1878 - 1976
• The Latest Trends in Contemporary Furniture
• The 'Unisex' Decor: How to Meet Your Partner in the Middle When It Comes to Home Fashion
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GREEN DESIGN
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• Energy On, Energy Off, Conserving a Lifestyle
• The Greening of the American Office - Environmental Responsibility Doesn't Stop at Home
• Planning Outdoor Living Areas?
• Textile Recycling by Worldwise
• What is Sustainable Design?
• Why Should We Worry About Indoor Air Quality?
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HOME AUTOMATION
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• Designing a Home Automation System: HAI Guide to Automating Your Home
• The Hottest Trend in New Construction
• The Interior Designers Primer to Home Theater Entertainment Centers
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INTERIOR DESIGN
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• A Room with a View - Closets are No Exception
• An Introduction to Feng Shui
• Creating a Caregivers Suite Improves Quality of Life
• Design is Design: An Insightful Journey To Italy's Campania Region Through the Eyes of New York Interior Designer Daniele Perna
• Design With Your Region in Mind
• Designing for Women in the Workplace
• Draper, Dorothy (1889 - 1969)
• Hicks, David
• Life is But A Stage: Themed Environments
• Olson, Candice: Lighting and Decorating Tips that Will "Make a Room Sparkle"
• Space & Places - The Office of the 21st Century
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INTERIOR DESIGN EDUCATION
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• Being the Best You Can Be - NCIDQ
• Color Board Presentations
• Finely Tailored Portfolios
• ID Glossary of Terms
• Interior Designers: It Seems in This Day and Age Everyone Wants to Be One!
• No Experience and Looking for Work |
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INTERIOR DESIGN SERVICES
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• Beginning Rather than Ending with Interior Design
• Finding the Right Designer for Your Project
• How Do Designers Charge for Their Services?
• The Interior Design Interpreter
• Licensed or Not Licensed: What Does Licensing Mean?
• The Scope of Services and The Design Process
• Why Do I Need to Hire an Interior Designer?
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INTERIOR FINISHES
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• Artistry, Espionage and the Triumph of Toile Decorating with Wallpaper
• Bring the Elegance of Stained Glass into Your Kitchen or Bath
• Ceramic Tile Trends: Big & Beautiful
• Custom Wood Flooring Lends Authenticity
• Easy Hang Wallpapers Take the Fear Factor Out of Installation
• Fabric Choices Show What Make You Tick
• Faux Finishes: A Renaissance in Craftsmanship
• How to Choose the Right Flooring to Fit Your Lifestyle Needs
• Tiffany, Louis Comfort and Laurelton Hall
• When Tile Becomes Art
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KITCHEN & BATH
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• An Ancient Luxury Becomes a Modern Morning Necessity: A Look at the Cascading Evolution of the Shower
• Concrete Surfaces Create More Interior Options
• Health & Wellness Influences New Luxury Bathroom Trends
• Improve Your Home with Great ‘Universal Design’
• Maintain Your Home's Integrity -- Unearth Architectural Gems for Added Value
• What Do Chefs and Interior Designers Agree On When It Comes to Kitchen Design?
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LIGHTING
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• Chandeliers Create Drama Throughout the Home
• Dimmers Set a Lighter Mood
• Don't Let the Sun Set on Your Beautiful Home
• Illuminating Tips Lighten Up Your Home
• The National Christmas Tree Goes Green
• New Generation of Track Lighting Blends Beauty and Versatility
• Remodel Your Lighting for Eyesight, Energy and Style
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MARKETING
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• 50 Ways to Market Your Interior Design Business
• Four Steps to Choosing an Architectural Photographer
• Understanding Psychographics and Mind Management
• What You Don't Do Can Boost Your Sales
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REMODELING
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• How to Create a Customized Home Office
• Interior Designers Checklist for New Construction & Remodeling
• Lifestyle Begins at Home and Hearth
• Tips for Remodeling Projects That Add Value to Your Home
• To Remodel or Not to Remodel, The Age Old Question
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UNIVERSAL DESIGN
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• Ergonomics, Barrier-Free Design, Universal Design, Assistive Technology and Their Benefits
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