Surf these sites: ASID California Los Angeles Interior Designers Home -- American Society of Interior Designers chapter. Includes information on membership, articles of interest to consumers, and a database on local designers. ASID: American Society of Interior Designers -- Professional Association. Includes bulletin boards, members only space, calendar and trade news. American Institute of Architects -- A comprehensive web site designed to help the public learn about architectural services, as well as lead potential clients through the process of hiring an architects. This site also contains related information about local, regional and national architectural communities. A must for professionals and the general public. California Legislative Conference on Interior Design -- Formed to ensure the health, safety and welfare of the public by maintaining the right of the interior designer to practice in a favorable business environment through legislation. Carpet and Rug Institute -- Carpet and Rug Institute is the trade association for carpets, rugs, and flooring. Carpet and Rug Institute represents manufacturers and suppliers of carpets, rugs, and floor covering. The site contains a lot of technical and consumer related information. Center for Health Design -- An information source for The Center and The National Symposium On Healthcare Design. Includes online newsletter, links, articles of interest. Extensive information on the subject. Design Management Institute -- Information about Institute conferences and publications. DMI is an international organization dedicated to improving the management and utilization of design. DesignerPlace -- Comprehensive e-commerce marketplace created for designers, showrooms and manufacturers in the interior design industry to manage projects and conduct business more efficiently. Energy Efficient Lighting Association -- Formed in 1997, EELA promotes the use of energy efficient lighting and related products by industry and commercial customers. Membership information, training, certification and lighting links are included. Find an interior design consultant -- Database for finding an ASID interior designer for either residential or commerical installations. Foundation for Design Integrity -- The growing problem of knock-offs in the design industry led to the creation the Foundation as a means to fight this unethical practice. Included is membership information, activities, news and legislation pending. Home Furnishings International Association -- HFIA is a trade association for the home furnishings industry. Information is included on the association calendar, membership services, news and associated links. IFDA - International Furnishings and Design Association -- An alliance of leaders from every segment of the furnishings and design industry. Information on membership, calendar of events and industry news is found here. Interior Re-Design Network -- National networking group that specializes in interior redesign and one-day room makeovers. International Interior Design Association -- A professional networking and educational association of more than 11,000 members. NKBA : National Kitchen and Bath Association -- Information for consumers and trade professionals. Consumers can locate design professionals, research design strategies, request a free remodeling planning kit. Trade professionals can learn about membership services and certification. National Guild of Professional Paperhangers -- Membership list, technical articles and activities calendar are included on this site Paint and Decorating Retailers Association -- A paint, wallcoverings, window treatment, floorcoverings and sundries industries information resource. Frequently asked questions and information on membership, tradeshows, advertising in Paint & Decorating Retailer magazine. Society of Decorative Painters -- Professional organization formed in 1972 to act as a central dissemination point for information about activities related to decorative painting; to raise and to maintain a high standard for the art of decorative painting; and to stimulate interest in and appreciation for the art form. Society of Gilders -- Dedicated to the advancement of the use of gold leaf and gilded metals in all forms. Stencil Artisans League inc. -- An international non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion and preservation of the art of stenciling and related decorative painting. The Interior Designers Club -- For designers, decorators and do-it-yourselfers who want quality carpets, fabrics, vinyl, wallcoverings all at wholesale prices. We do online quotes. Wallcoverings Manufacturers Association -- How to estimate and hang information along with professional tips for residential and contract wallcoverings users. Includes video clips and links to design and product sites
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