By Annette Phillips, ASID Have you ever wondered why in some public restrooms you need to climb over other people to get paper towels, put your bags on a wet surface and squeeze out the door to leave while others are so simple you don’t even think about the process?… Read More →
By Natalie Mendez, ASID As a fellow interior designer, I encourage every interior designer around the world to participate in World Interiors Day on May 25th . It is a day where we all unite to celebrate our profession, no matter what nationality, specialty, or professional organization we belong to…. Read More →
Even for designers who are lucky enough to have carte blanche and an unlimited budget on their projects, one challenge remains constant for all: building a common language and vision with the client. A positive designer/client relationship sets the tone for the duration of the project, so mastering the art… Read More →
In today’s economy, it’s tempting to lower your fees to win business. But doing so will bring you more trouble and heartache than it’s worth. Read on to learn three reasons why you don’t want to be the lowest price, and what you can do instead to win clients you… Read More →
An ASID Industry Partner through Allsteel, A.J.Paron-Wildes, ASID, is an advocate for making interior environments places of healing. With a focus on designing for autistic children, Paron-Wildes has helped ensure that homes, occupational and speech therapy offices, schools, group homes, specialized autistic centers and other venues are correctly designed with… Read More →
An ASID Industry Partner through Allsteel, A.J.Paron-Wildes, ASID, is an advocate for making interior environments places of healing. With a focus on designing for autistic children, Paron-Wildes has helped ensure that homes, occupational and speech therapy offices, schools, group homes, specialized autistic centers and other venues are correctly designed with… Read More →
What advice can you offer up-and-coming designers? Up and coming designers most probably should focus on experience and good business skills; otherwise, there is no business. Talent and enthusiasm are only the foundation. Where do you see the interior design profession in the next 10-20 years? Interior design professionals will… Read More →