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ArtandArchitecture.org

http://www.artandarchitecture.org/



Art & Architecture describes itself as "a practitioner led alliance promoting interaction between artists and architects". Arguing that "art and architecture take time to learn, time to execute and time to appreciate", the site claims that by "combining the sensibility with a commitment to sustainability energy efficiency, we give you the recipe for a great house". It certain has some interesting and attractively illustrated content, under such evocative headings as "a welcoming abode", "bright accents" and "artistic inspiration", and including links to some interesting articles and related sites. However, a year after Sapling's previous review the news section and discussion forum remain empty, so there seems little prospect of these being developed in the near future. [GAS, 28 Aug 2006].



ENTRY NUMBER: cul-200805-01
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: India
PRIMARY GATEWAY LISTING: Culture » Resources
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Bricks and Brass - The Period House Web Site

http://www.bricksandbrass.co.uk/




Bricks and Brass aims to provide comprehensive information on the architecture, design, and history of houses in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Sections cover architectural styles (Classical, Gothic, Arts and Crafts, Art Nouveau etc.), external and internal features (walls, roof, windows, rooms, etc), and period house maintenance and remodelling, while the site's directory lists companies offering relevant products and services across the UK. Meanwhile, a helpful resources section features books, events, places to visit, links, and a searchable glossary. Overall, Bricks and Brass is a valuable source of information, complemented by a neat and easy-to-use design. Awarded a Sapling Commendation. [GAS, 1 Jun 2006].



ENTRY NUMBER: her-150903-01
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: United Kingdom
PRIMARY GATEWAY LISTING: Heritage » Resources
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Buildipedia

http://www.buildipedia.com/




Buildipedia.com is "an online community and knowledgebase for the AEC industry", centred around "a growing community of people passionate about design and construction gathered to share knowledge, promote best practices, and advance construction technologies." The clean and attractively illustrated home page gives access to news, channels for different professions (including architects and planners, sustainable design, and construction), the online community, and an impressive Knowledgebase that catalogues thousands of articles, photos and videos. Awarded a Sapling Commendation. [GAS, 4 Jul 2010].



ENTRY NUMBER: con-040710-02
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: United States
PRIMARY GATEWAY LISTING: Construction » Resources
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DesignIntelligence

http://www.di.net/




DesignIntelligence is the American Design Futures Council's "report on the future, delivering original research, insightful commentary, and instructive best practices." DI.net is an interesting and elegantly designed resource, offering original feature articles, industry news and trends, unique research, and blogs by design professionals. Feature articles are often in-depth examinations of trends or best practices at the cutting edge of professional practice, while the site's original research covers topics such as technology benchmarks, sustainable design, and trends in architecture, design and property. Awarded a Sapling Commendation. [GAS, 4 Jul 2010].



ENTRY NUMBER: arc-040710-01
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: United States
PRIMARY GATEWAY LISTING: Architecture » Resources
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Dexigner Design Portal

http://www.dexigner.com/



Dexigner is set-up as a large portal for the design industry, featuring databases, news, events, designers, design companies and feeds, and including design topics from 3D to floral to lighting to transport. At the moment some section are sparse, but Dexigner could develop into a comprehensive design resource. The website is fairly well designed though navigation is a little complex; however, like any large website it will take time to become familiar with the layout. [RB, 7 Nov 2006].



ENTRY NUMBER: cul-071106-01
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: United States
PRIMARY GATEWAY LISTING: Culture » Resources
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E-interiors.net

http://www.e-interiors.net/




E-interiors.net describes itself as "a professional web tool for architects and interior designers". The site's catalogue includes products from companies in different European countries and America. Users must register to access the download section and to obtain 2D and 3D CAD files, technical information and printable images, but this is free of charge. The site is rich in material, well illustrated, and highly customisable, with clear instructions - users can browse through different types of product (kitchen, bathroom, lighting, flooring, etc.) using the main menu, and then refine their results by product category, product type, brand, designer, country of origin, style or sector. The interface is fine, though the extensive use of frames, evidently optimised for 1024 x 768, makes the site difficult to use on a small monitor. Nevertheless, this is an impressive resource overall, awarded a Sapling Commendation. [GAS, 3 Apr 2006].



ENTRY NUMBER: int-040602-02
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: International
PRIMARY GATEWAY LISTING: Interior Design » Resources
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Free-Flooring.com

http://www.free-flooring.com/



Free-Flooring.com describes itself as an "award winning site offering free tips, prices, and 'how-tos' to make the best decision for your flooring needs". Quite a useful resource, sections feature illustrated information about different types of floor, including cork, bamboo, hardwood and laminate. [GAS, 8 Sep 2006].



ENTRY NUMBER: int-080706-01
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: United States
PRIMARY GATEWAY LISTING: Interior Design » Resources
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ID-Sphere

http://www.id-sphere.com/



Launched in October 2008, ID-Sphere is a voluntary and non-profit contemporary interior design forum, designed to encourage users to share their knowledge and work, participate on forums, and find articles, case studies, comments, links, and information on planning, building regulations, software and events. With a pleasing interface and a growing number of users, ID-Sphere has the potential to grow into a useful resource. [GAS, 15 Mar 2009].



ENTRY NUMBER: int-150309-01
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: United Kingdom
PRIMARY GATEWAY LISTING: Interior Design » Resources
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SalvoWEB

http://www.salvoweb.com/




Salvo aims to "support dealers who hold stocks of architectural salvage and garden antiques, reclaimed building materials and demolition salvage, and lastly recycled materials in order to encourage trade, to increase appreciation and awareness of historical crafts skills and manufacture, and to help reduce the amount of salvageable materials from old buildings and gardens going to landfill". This site, SalvoWEB, is an impressive resource containing everything needed to support that aim, featuring contact lists, dealers and craftspeople, architectural antiques, garden antiques, reclaimed building materials, higher value stock for sale and wanted, theft alerts and other information. Awarded a Sapling Commendation. [GAS, 6 Jun 2006].



ENTRY NUMBER: sus-060606-02
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: United Kingdom
PRIMARY GATEWAY LISTING: Sustainability » Resources
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Tree Hugger

http://www.treehugger.com/




Tree Hugger is a web magazine, covering anything that has a modern aesthetic yet is environmentally responsible. The site boasts a large readership who check out the latest news, reviews and recommendations for modern yet green products and services, and who use its directory to help facilitate their buying processes. Tree Hugger is well written and despite the name does not preach at you, but seeks to inform. Coverage is vast, with headings covering accessories, 'almosts', alternative energy, architecture, audio/video, aviation, bathroom, bedroom, bikes, biopolymer, books, botanical, cars and celebrities, through to solar, sports and technology. In addition, there is also a link to Hugg (http://www.hugg.com/) a sister site and green news story harvester. Here, "all posts start out in the queue. Each time a story is Hugged, it climbs the ranks. If a story gets enough Huggs, it jumps up to the front page where it can be seen by everyone who visits". There is also Tree Hugger TV (http://www.treehuggertv.com/), again a sister site, which offers a video version of the web magazine, featuring material produced by anyone who shares Tree Hugger's passions and can operate a video camera. Awarded a Sapling Commendation. [RB, 15 Jan 2008].



ENTRY NUMBER: lan-120906-03
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: United States
PRIMARY GATEWAY LISTING: Sustainability » Resources
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Vinyl in Design

--NEW URL-- http://www.vinylindesign.com/




Vinyl in Design (formerly Vinyl by Design) is a valuable and well-designed resource for building and design professionals, featuring news, research, publications and case studies. Sleek and clean, the site covers various news and uses of vinyl in the building industry, such as for siding, fencing, decking and railing, roofing, windows and doors, flooring, piping, wallcovering, electrical uses and furniture. A search facility is also provided. Awarded a Sapling Commendation. [GAS, 6 Apr 2009].



ENTRY NUMBER: con-151100-01
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: United Kingdom
PRIMARY GATEWAY LISTING: Construction » Resources
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