NEWS
Carol Lamkins on Design
As the academic year begins, Carol Lamkins, CMKBD, CID, looks at all the options and innovations available in ovens, stovetops and other warming devices for kitchens.
In her 2009-10 contributions, Carol:
Details the top trends in kitchen and bath design from the NKBD.
Offers the latest innovations in universal bath design. Think style and function.
Takes a look at Blue being the new Green, in other words, the importance of incorporating water conservation into your design profession.
Offers us a thorough take on today's kitchen appliances, with the many choices and technical configurations to consider.
Takes a comprehensive look at lighting. It's a long way from the light bulbs of old. Think CFL and HID and a few other acronyms.
Brings us the new trends in color for 2010. Many of the shades and hues can be found in the world around us.
Looks at the subtle differences between ceramic and porcelian tile, think slip resistance, price and durability, with an art history lesson, to boot.
Takes a look at Aging in Place by featuring the seven principles of universal design.
Weighs in on the essentials of proper ventilation for great kitchen or bath design.
Unfolds a myriad of countertop options available on the market today. She gives us the pros, the cons, and the pictures.
IDEX Test Prep
The Original California IDEX prep class available in Los Angeles on September 11th, sponsored by the California Legislative Council for Interior Design (CLCID).
Community 1st in Senior Housing
Mary MacVean, Los Angeles Times, with a look at Eden's Garden. About Pisgah Village in Highland Park, CA. a community for low income seniors that is bringing people together around the table
CLCID Newsletter and a Chance to Win a Las Vegas Hotel Stay
See the most recent issue of the CLCID's Direct Link for the lastest news for California Interior Designers. Register to attend their May 11th Showcase in San Diego by April 25th and you'll get the chance to win a Las Vegas hotel stay!
ID Students Team with Habitat for Humanity
ID students at San Joaquin Delta College in Stockton are applying their knowledge and creativity to help design a new eco-friendly and sustainable project for Habitat for Humanity.
Scholarship Announcement: IFDA Northern Cal Chapter
The Northern California Chapter of the IFDA announces the 2010 Elaine McClune IFDA Student Scholarship. You must me enrolled in an interior design. interior architecture or home product design program to be eligible. For application and more information follow this link.
Keep it Simple and Sustainable
David Keeps, Los Angeles Times, looks at the roots of Modern Design and finds some common themes in today's design trends.
ID/Fashion Student Event - March 5 - Downey
Interior Design/Fashion Student Workshop "Your Design Career: Color it Green" is on Friday, March 5, 2010 at the Energy Resource Center in Downey. The event is free but pre-registation required. Register here online or read flier for more info.
Successful Beginnings
Lisa Ledeboer, Mt. San Antonio College offers some timely exercises to start the new semester. No matter the discipline, here are a variety of activities to engage your students.
Where Hope Lives
In an article from the Los Angeles Times, Craig Nakano reports on a new housing project for the homeless in downtown Los Angeles that goes beyond basic shelter.
Upward Bound
Alexandria Abramian-Mott, Los Angeles Times takes a look at the Upward Bound House, a Santa Monica non-profit that bulids shelter for the homeless then recruits volunteers to decorate the spaces.