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ASID Update

As the world grows more complex, leadership is needed. Programs like the ASID Leadership Academy promise to give designers the tools they require to lead successfully.

Four design leaders, including Barbara Barry, are recognized for their service and contributions to ASID.

As we ramp up for one of the biggest events of the year, we take a look back on where we've been and where we're heading.


The IDCEC-approved courses will provide designers with tools and knowledge for a changing market.
Green Notes

Breaking into the green building world can be difficult if you don’t have the proper background. Here’s some tips for getting your foot in the door.

Formaldehyde-emitting adhesives can have a big impact on indoor air quality, but new options promise to help clear the air.


The USGBC's Summit on Green Building and Human Health aims to draw deeper connections between our buildings and our health.


For hospitality designers who have struggled to adapt facilities to LEED standards, the coming release of LEED for Hospitality is sweet news, indeed.
IIDA Bulletin

Stepping into my role as IIDA president, I can’t help but consider the role that CEUs have played in getting me to this point in my career and life.

2013 INDEX Awards were given for both product and interior design.

As I prepare to pass the baton of the IIDA presidency and NeoCon rolls ever closer, the phrase “Out with the old, in with the new” takes on a profound dimension.

Architects have diversified in terms of professional services and market sector reach, but if design practices don’t also tackle the challenge of working internationally, they will risk losing the overwhelming number of clients that do. William E. Alisse of TPG Architecture reports. 
Focus

With many schools racing to update their technology portfolios, upgrading the learning environment has taken a back seat. Here’s how you can bring some excitement back to the classroom without an iPad or smartphone.

When it comes to sustainable design, there are still plenty of clients who don’t think it’s worth their time. Here are some suggestions for dispelling five commonly held green myths.

The open office paradigm has moved the focus from “me” spaces to “we” spaces, but new insights into how we work emphasize the need for balance.

A lighting retrofit can reduce energy consumption, improve working conditions and make businesses more attractive to consumers. Here are some tips to help make your next retrofit more successful.
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