Resources: Interior Design
Need some help with adding your signature to your living space? Here are a few resources to help create the interior of your dreams.
American Society of Interior Designers, Inc.
Professional organization for interior designers. Worldwide referral service available to help locate qualified candidates to fit your specific needs. Easy-to-use request page will give you instant access to designers that fit the desired profile in your area. Helpful information about services, pricing and conduct.
free
ASID is the oldest and largest professional organization for interior design
Home and Garden Television's website features great links under the "Decorating" topic. Search the different styles from Shabby Chic, Shaker or Asian, to Craftsman and Contemporary. Browse the room makeovers for real world ideas. Lots of information and how-to's.
free
See cool before and after pics of interior re-designs
Color Harmony for Interior Design: A Guidebook for Creating Great Color Combinations for Your Home
Designer Martha Gill produced this lusciously colored book to inspire any room redo. A working toolbox for homeowners is divided into 12 moods and demonstrates 36 glorious color combinations. Photos of real rooms with tips for fabrics, paint and furniture.
$20
Did you know that because red is so stimulating it's a good choice for a dining room but not the kitchen!
free
