Specifier’s Resource Book 2022

The Specifier's Resource Book is a new specialist guide for celebrating design and best practice in the field of architectural ironmongery. Published by the Guild of Architectural Ironmongers (GAI), the resource book is useful for anyone who is involved in specifying or designing with architectural ironmongery and hardware, providing a source of up-to-date information for specifiers and designers.

This seminar by Granite & Marble International will cover the key aspects to consider when specifying stonework – addressing the why, where, and when to use it. Starting with an overview on how to recognise the most commonly used natural stones, to the appropriate selection for specification and the essential technical considerations.

Interested in textiles and prints? If so, join this CPD talk on the origin and history of the Textile Design Archive held by the John Lewis Partnership in their Heritage Centre based in Maidenhead. The talk focuses on historic textile printing techniques, the work of reputable designers and how these have inspired more recent designs and products.

3D visuals can significantly enhance your project presentations and improve workflows. This seminar by Vectorworks looks at 3D modelling for interior design, and teaches you how to transition your designs from 2D into 3D.

A design-oriented BIM focus allows you to conceptualise and edit your project, while generating drawings and schedule in real time. This added benefit lets you refine construction details without compromising your creative process or scope of work.

This CPD introduces tiling patterns through the world of tessellations, looking at symmetry, repeat patterns and a handful of mathematical terms and rules. Parkside explore the history and cultural significance of different tessellations, and examine tiling patterns in contemporary interiors – providing participants with ideas and inspiration for creating their own patterns.

The paints industry is witnessing substantial evolution after decades of inertia. At last, new brands offer natural sustainability with high performance, using the latest advances in technology. With the surging focus on Air Quality (in and outdoors) and Biophilic design, paints are under the spotlight like never before.

This CPD explains current challenges, new developments and how to identify truly ecological brands from the all the greenwash. Understanding why your choice of paints is about so much more than just colour.

Since 1995, MAISON&OBJET has inspired generations of interior designers and retailers by maintaining a high level of creativity, diversity and excellence throughout the years with their inspiring and trend-setting design events.

The lifestyle show in Paris brings together a 360°product offering for designers and specifiers; decoration, design, furniture, accessories, textiles, tableware and more. M&O showcase an excess of 3,000 international brands to over 70,000 interiors professionals twice a year in Paris.

FREE tickets are available for SBID Members. Email [email protected] to redeem!

This CPD webinar will address staff retention through ‘stay interviews’. As one of the oldest and most trusted business support services in the UK, Croner makes it easy to manage HR and employment, comply with health & safety regulations, as well as handle legal matters with expert guidance and advice, so you have more time to grow your business. 

This CPD by Marca Corona covers the whole process of choosing and installing ceramic tiles for interior design projects, including understanding the technical standards and how to choose the right type of tiles for different environments and uses.

Founded way back in 1741, Marca Corona is the oldest Italian porcelain tile manufacturer company in the Sassuolo district.

This CPD presentation and discussion deals with the general issues relating to the specification of vinyl material for flooring solutions, including its installation, maintenance, and the industry standards. It also explores the different vinyl types and design possibilities when using the material in your interior design projects!