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Stone & Tile
171
Slate
6
Quartz & Quartzite
42
Fireplaces and surrounds
3
Stone Fabrication
53
Granite
75
Show More (2)
Marble
59
Porcelain
44
Show Less (2)
Flooring
66
Carpet & Rugs
13
Other Flooring (bamboo etc)
8
Natural Stone
14
Luxury Vinyl
9
Engineered Flooring
33
Paints & Coatings
20
Sealers
14
Specialty
13
Doors & Windows
3
Doors
3
Windows
2
Metal
19
Aluminum
3
Bronze
5
Copper
6
Steel
3
Iron
4
Glass & Mirrors
20
Etched
3
Tinted
6
Custom
10
Clear
6
Furnishings *
Appliances
27
Ovens
3
Dishwashers
7
Microwaves
3
Refrigerators
14
Ranges
5
Bathroom
84
Fixtures & Faucets
44
Tiles & Surfaces
24
Lighting & Mirrors
3
Accessories & Decor
8
Bathroom Cabinets
9
Plumbing Fixtures
36
Bidets
5
Showers
22
Toilets
7
Tubs
8
Outdoor
42
Chaises
5
Lounges
27
Dining Sets
10
Gliders
1
Sets
10
Dining Spaces
19
Hutches
0
Sideboards
1
Tables
17
Buffets
1
Kitchen
85
Sink
0
Furniture & Accessories
13
Appliances & Fixtures
35
Counter Tops & Backsplashes
32
Lighting & Electrical
14
Show More (1)
Faucet
1
Show Less (1)
Misc Furnishings
40
Reception
1
Booths
3
Site Amenities
0
Custom Closets
19
Custom Cabinets
23
Entertainment
39
Kitchens
10
Seating
20
Games
5
Bars
4
Storage
7
Home Office
17
File Cabinets
3
Desks
11
Shelving
5
Living Spaces
53
Coffee Tables
6
Sofas
43
Chairs
8
Console Tables
0
Furnishings - Other
7
Fabric Protection
7
Bedroom
35
Kitchen Cabinets
8
Dressers
4
Headboards
2
Benches
0
Beds
20
Show More (2)
Bedroom Cabinets
1
Nightstands
1
Show Less (2)
Scope & Services *
Services
5361
Closet Design
38
Master Planning
85
Branding
21
Laundry Room Design
35
Art Selection
201
Show More (30)
Mudroom Design
76
Kids Bedroom Design
96
Residential Design
1421
Lighting Design
334
Dining Room Design
112
Playroom Design
69
Project Management
304
Feng Shui Design
160
Basement Design
49
Bedroom Design
456
Commercial Design
619
Decor & Staging
945
Entry Design
64
Window Treatments
149
Custom Art
71
Floor & Space Planning
662
Furniture Selection
1004
Floor Plans
78
Living Room Design
521
Downsizing
27
Material Selection
180
Handicap-Accessible Design
41
Home Office Design
244
Virtual Design Assistance
50
Landscape & Garden
85
Holiday Decorating
53
Bathroom Design
79
Color Consulting
155
Nursery Design
33
Permit Applications
4
Show Less (30)
Scope
376
Renovation & Remodel
207
New Building
243
Decor *
Textiles
26
Throw Pillows
7
Decorative Pillows
7
Throws
9
Custom Pillows
5
Rugs
73
Machine Made Rugs
12
Outdoor Rugs
4
Shag Rugs
0
Jute Rugs
1
Synthetic Fiber Rugs
3
Show More (2)
Hand Knotted Rugs
25
Wool Rugs
42
Show Less (2)
Lighting
88
Decorative Lighting
36
Ambient Lighting
9
Accent Lighting
17
Overhead Lighting
21
Lighting Controls
10
Show More (1)
Task Lighting
27
Show Less (1)
Wall Decor
29
Mirrors
1
Wall Sculptures
7
Tapestries
0
Wall Art
23
Soft Furnishings
54
Blankets
11
Mattress Pads
0
Sleep Pillows
1
Comforters
9
Dog Beds & Inserts
1
Show More (6)
Custom Sizing
3
Cushions
10
Pillows & Inserts
12
Rugs
10
Ottoman cubes
3
Seat Backs
1
Show Less (6)
Furniture
64
Dining Chairs
8
Ottomans
2
Accent Chairs
17
Furniture (Other)
28
Room Dividers
3
Show More (1)
Accent Tables
15
Show Less (1)
Tabletop
5
Serveware
2
Barware
3
Window Treatments
68
Accessories and Hardware
8
Curtains & Drapes
27
Shutters Suppliers
9
Blinds & Shades
34
Motorized & Automated Window Treatments
30
Antiques
51
Furniture
9
Lighting
4
Artwork
3
Accessories
37
Floral
13
Potted Plants
5
Fresh Flowers
3
Dried Flowers
1
Silk Flowers
5
Accessories
42
Decorative Books
10
Lamps
15
Vases
4
Candles
6
Trays
7
Art
73
Paintings
45
Photography
9
Original Art
13
Mixed Media
5
Sculptures
18
Project Type *
Residential Project
2080
Outdoor Living
4
Affordable Housing
20
Multi-family
39
Whole House Design
128
Single-family
628
Show More (9)
Furnishings & Decor
189
Luxury Living
571
Showhouse
12
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU)
14
Residential
283
Kitchen & Bath
605
Vacation Housing & Rentals
5
Student Housing
6
Senior Housing
36
Show Less (9)
Commercial Project
711
Mixed Use & Retail
81
Sports & Recreation & Entertainment
15
Education (K-12 & Higher Education)
55
Office
145
Healthcare
70
Show More (7)
Civic & Cultural
15
Other
119
Restaurants
75
Aviation & Transportation
26
Government & Public Institutions
30
Hospitality & Resort
173
Boutique Design
32
Show Less (7)
Style *
Textures
17
Natural
2
Soft
3
Smooth
4
Coarse
7
Patterned
4
Periods
1
Mid-Century
1
Themes
8
Bohemian
8
Regions
0
Tuscan
0
Palettes
12
Neutrals
2
Earth Tones
4
Metallics
3
Brights
1
Pastels
6
Languages *
Languages
82
English
3
Italian
3
Chinese
4
Japanese
4
Portuguese
1
Show More (4)
French
20
Russian
1
German
4
Spanish
42
Show Less (4)
Services & Support *
Print Media
4
Publishing
1
Printing
3
Product Supply & Logistics
127
Furniture & Decor Wholesale
62
Shipping & Warehousing
24
Custom Fabrication
28
Installation Services
45
Marketing Services
12
Social Media Marketing
7
Portfolio & Website Design
8
Company Operations
8
Human Resources & Talent
1
Associations & Non-profits
1
Legal & Risk Management
0
Accounting & Invoicing
6
Design Support
78
Showrooms
20
Software & Technology
17
Research
9
CAD & 3D modeling
17
Color Consultation
2
Show More (1)
Rendering & Visualization
26
Show Less (1)
Photography
38
Home Products
4
Hotel, Restaurants & Hospitality
4
Architectural
7
Interior Design
28
Specialty & Style *
Design Style
995
Equestrian
5
Eclectic
67
Contemporary
282
Asian
11
Western
2
Show More (15)
Minimalist
12
Farmhouse
50
Scandinavian
34
Mid-Century Modern
39
Rustic
15
Mediterranean
22
Southwestern
8
Tropical
13
Traditional
76
Coastal
51
Craftsman
32
Industrial
27
Transitional
108
Modern
373
Victorian
14
Show Less (15)
Design Specialty
880
Experience Design
18
Universal Design
1
Accessible Design
111
Health & Wellness
152
Sustainable Design
455
Show More (4)
Historic Restoration
146
Biophilia
24
Neurodiversity
44
Aging in Place
79
Show Less (4)
Design *
Sales
146
Wholesale
21
Online
32
Commercial
37
Residential
69
Management
23
Ordering
1
Scheduling
17
Inventory
1
Budgets
3
Quality Control
1
Installation
79
Smart Tech
5
Flooring
43
Wall Treatments
31
Maintenance
89
Warranty
8
Cleaning
36
Restoration
32
Inspection
6
Repair
22
Fabrication
199
Upholstery
38
Carpentry
31
Cabinetry
122
Metalwork
22
Design
459
Kitchen & Bath
116
Consultation
147
Renderings
17
Schematics
33
Presentations
11
Show More (3)
Whole Home Design
179
Living, Dining & Bedroom
74
Conceptual
36
Show Less (3)
Room Type *
Lifestyle & Leisure Spaces
11
Home Gym
0
Library & Study
1
Home Theater
1
Spa
9
Game Room
0
Show More (5)
Music Room
1
Wine Cellar
0
Craft Room
0
Home Office
2
Playroom
1
Show Less (5)
Bedroom & Bathroom Spaces
69
Storage & Closet
1
Bedroom
2
Guest Room
1
Primary Bedroom
0
Primary Bathroom
66
Show More (3)
Bathroom
6
Nursery & Childrens Room
1
Powder Room
1
Show Less (3)
Kitchen & Dining Spaces
5
Kitchen
5
Butler's Pantry
1
Dining Room
1
Breakfast Nook
1
Pantry
0
Transitional & Utility Spaces
2
Basement
0
Foyer & Entryway
0
Laundry Room
1
Attic
1
Garage
0
Show More (1)
Mudroom
0
Show Less (1)
Gathering Spaces
9
Living Room
9
Family Room
1
Great Room
0
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Materials *
Stone & Tile
171
Slate
6
Quartz & Quartzite
42
Fireplaces and surrounds
3
Stone Fabrication
53
Granite
75
Show More (2)
Marble
59
Porcelain
44
Show Less (2)
Flooring
66
Carpet & Rugs
13
Other Flooring (bamboo etc)
8
Natural Stone
14
Luxury Vinyl
9
Engineered Flooring
33
Paints & Coatings
20
Sealers
14
Specialty
13
Doors & Windows
3
Doors
3
Windows
2
Metal
19
Aluminum
3
Bronze
5
Copper
6
Steel
3
Iron
4
Glass & Mirrors
20
Etched
3
Tinted
6
Custom
10
Clear
6
Furnishings *
Appliances
27
Ovens
3
Dishwashers
7
Microwaves
3
Refrigerators
14
Ranges
5
Bathroom
84
Fixtures & Faucets
44
Tiles & Surfaces
24
Lighting & Mirrors
3
Accessories & Decor
8
Bathroom Cabinets
9
Plumbing Fixtures
36
Bidets
5
Showers
22
Toilets
7
Tubs
8
Outdoor
42
Chaises
5
Lounges
27
Dining Sets
10
Gliders
1
Sets
10
Dining Spaces
19
Hutches
0
Sideboards
1
Tables
17
Buffets
1
Kitchen
85
Sink
0
Furniture & Accessories
13
Appliances & Fixtures
35
Counter Tops & Backsplashes
32
Lighting & Electrical
14
Show More (1)
Faucet
1
Show Less (1)
Misc Furnishings
40
Reception
1
Booths
3
Site Amenities
0
Custom Closets
19
Custom Cabinets
23
Entertainment
39
Kitchens
10
Seating
20
Games
5
Bars
4
Storage
7
Home Office
17
File Cabinets
3
Desks
11
Shelving
5
Living Spaces
53
Coffee Tables
6
Sofas
43
Chairs
8
Console Tables
0
Furnishings - Other
7
Fabric Protection
7
Bedroom
35
Kitchen Cabinets
8
Dressers
4
Headboards
2
Benches
0
Beds
20
Show More (2)
Bedroom Cabinets
1
Nightstands
1
Show Less (2)
Scope & Services *
Services
5361
Closet Design
38
Master Planning
85
Branding
21
Laundry Room Design
35
Art Selection
201
Show More (30)
Mudroom Design
76
Kids Bedroom Design
96
Residential Design
1421
Lighting Design
334
Dining Room Design
112
Playroom Design
69
Project Management
304
Feng Shui Design
160
Basement Design
49
Bedroom Design
456
Commercial Design
619
Decor & Staging
945
Entry Design
64
Window Treatments
149
Custom Art
71
Floor & Space Planning
662
Furniture Selection
1004
Floor Plans
78
Living Room Design
521
Downsizing
27
Material Selection
180
Handicap-Accessible Design
41
Home Office Design
244
Virtual Design Assistance
50
Landscape & Garden
85
Holiday Decorating
53
Bathroom Design
79
Color Consulting
155
Nursery Design
33
Permit Applications
4
Show Less (30)
Scope
376
Renovation & Remodel
207
New Building
243
Decor *
Textiles
26
Throw Pillows
7
Decorative Pillows
7
Throws
9
Custom Pillows
5
Rugs
73
Machine Made Rugs
12
Outdoor Rugs
4
Shag Rugs
0
Jute Rugs
1
Synthetic Fiber Rugs
3
Show More (2)
Hand Knotted Rugs
25
Wool Rugs
42
Show Less (2)
Lighting
88
Decorative Lighting
36
Ambient Lighting
9
Accent Lighting
17
Overhead Lighting
21
Lighting Controls
10
Show More (1)
Task Lighting
27
Show Less (1)
Wall Decor
29
Mirrors
1
Wall Sculptures
7
Tapestries
0
Wall Art
23
Soft Furnishings
54
Blankets
11
Mattress Pads
0
Sleep Pillows
1
Comforters
9
Dog Beds & Inserts
1
Show More (6)
Custom Sizing
3
Cushions
10
Pillows & Inserts
12
Rugs
10
Ottoman cubes
3
Seat Backs
1
Show Less (6)
Furniture
64
Dining Chairs
8
Ottomans
2
Accent Chairs
17
Furniture (Other)
28
Room Dividers
3
Show More (1)
Accent Tables
15
Show Less (1)
Tabletop
5
Serveware
2
Barware
3
Window Treatments
68
Accessories and Hardware
8
Curtains & Drapes
27
Shutters Suppliers
9
Blinds & Shades
34
Motorized & Automated Window Treatments
30
Antiques
51
Furniture
9
Lighting
4
Artwork
3
Accessories
37
Floral
13
Potted Plants
5
Fresh Flowers
3
Dried Flowers
1
Silk Flowers
5
Accessories
42
Decorative Books
10
Lamps
15
Vases
4
Candles
6
Trays
7
Art
73
Paintings
45
Photography
9
Original Art
13
Mixed Media
5
Sculptures
18
Project Type *
Residential Project
2080
Outdoor Living
4
Affordable Housing
20
Multi-family
39
Whole House Design
128
Single-family
628
Show More (9)
Furnishings & Decor
189
Luxury Living
571
Showhouse
12
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU)
14
Residential
283
Kitchen & Bath
605
Vacation Housing & Rentals
5
Student Housing
6
Senior Housing
36
Show Less (9)
Commercial Project
711
Mixed Use & Retail
81
Sports & Recreation & Entertainment
15
Education (K-12 & Higher Education)
55
Office
145
Healthcare
70
Show More (7)
Civic & Cultural
15
Other
119
Restaurants
75
Aviation & Transportation
26
Government & Public Institutions
30
Hospitality & Resort
173
Boutique Design
32
Show Less (7)
Style *
Textures
17
Natural
2
Soft
3
Smooth
4
Coarse
7
Patterned
4
Periods
1
Mid-Century
1
Themes
8
Bohemian
8
Regions
0
Tuscan
0
Palettes
12
Neutrals
2
Earth Tones
4
Metallics
3
Brights
1
Pastels
6
Languages *
Languages
82
English
3
Italian
3
Chinese
4
Japanese
4
Portuguese
1
Show More (4)
French
20
Russian
1
German
4
Spanish
42
Show Less (4)
Services & Support *
Print Media
4
Publishing
1
Printing
3
Product Supply & Logistics
127
Furniture & Decor Wholesale
62
Shipping & Warehousing
24
Custom Fabrication
28
Installation Services
45
Marketing Services
12
Social Media Marketing
7
Portfolio & Website Design
8
Company Operations
8
Human Resources & Talent
1
Associations & Non-profits
1
Legal & Risk Management
0
Accounting & Invoicing
6
Design Support
78
Showrooms
20
Software & Technology
17
Research
9
CAD & 3D modeling
17
Color Consultation
2
Show More (1)
Rendering & Visualization
26
Show Less (1)
Photography
38
Home Products
4
Hotel, Restaurants & Hospitality
4
Architectural
7
Interior Design
28
Specialty & Style *
Design Style
995
Equestrian
5
Eclectic
67
Contemporary
282
Asian
11
Western
2
Show More (15)
Minimalist
12
Farmhouse
50
Scandinavian
34
Mid-Century Modern
39
Rustic
15
Mediterranean
22
Southwestern
8
Tropical
13
Traditional
76
Coastal
51
Craftsman
32
Industrial
27
Transitional
108
Modern
373
Victorian
14
Show Less (15)
Design Specialty
880
Experience Design
18
Universal Design
1
Accessible Design
111
Health & Wellness
152
Sustainable Design
455
Show More (4)
Historic Restoration
146
Biophilia
24
Neurodiversity
44
Aging in Place
79
Show Less (4)
Design *
Sales
146
Wholesale
21
Online
32
Commercial
37
Residential
69
Management
23
Ordering
1
Scheduling
17
Inventory
1
Budgets
3
Quality Control
1
Installation
79
Smart Tech
5
Flooring
43
Wall Treatments
31
Maintenance
89
Warranty
8
Cleaning
36
Restoration
32
Inspection
6
Repair
22
Fabrication
199
Upholstery
38
Carpentry
31
Cabinetry
122
Metalwork
22
Design
459
Kitchen & Bath
116
Consultation
147
Renderings
17
Schematics
33
Presentations
11
Show More (3)
Whole Home Design
179
Living, Dining & Bedroom
74
Conceptual
36
Show Less (3)
Room Type *
Lifestyle & Leisure Spaces
11
Home Gym
0
Library & Study
1
Home Theater
1
Spa
9
Game Room
0
Show More (5)
Music Room
1
Wine Cellar
0
Craft Room
0
Home Office
2
Playroom
1
Show Less (5)
Bedroom & Bathroom Spaces
69
Storage & Closet
1
Bedroom
2
Guest Room
1
Primary Bedroom
0
Primary Bathroom
66
Show More (3)
Bathroom
6
Nursery & Childrens Room
1
Powder Room
1
Show Less (3)
Kitchen & Dining Spaces
5
Kitchen
5
Butler's Pantry
1
Dining Room
1
Breakfast Nook
1
Pantry
0
Transitional & Utility Spaces
2
Basement
0
Foyer & Entryway
0
Laundry Room
1
Attic
1
Garage
0
Show More (1)
Mudroom
0
Show Less (1)
Gathering Spaces
9
Living Room
9
Family Room
1
Great Room
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- Inquiring about professional services offered by listed members
- Exploring potential business collaborations
- Seeking professional advice or expertise within the interior design field
- Users may contact designFinder members to:
- Request information about their services
- Discuss potential project opportunities
- Arrange professional consultations
Prohibited Use
- Users of designFinder by ASID are strictly prohibited from:
- Sending unsolicited commercial messages or advertisements
- Using designFinder for mass marketing or spam campaigns
- Harvesting contact information for non-ASID related purposes
- Sharing member information with third parties without explicit consent
- Using designFinder for any purpose that violates local, state, or federal laws
- Engaging in phishing activities or attempting to fraudulently obtain sensitive information
- Specific examples of prohibited activities include, but are not limited to:
- Sending promotional materials unrelated to a specific business inquiry
- Using automated systems to extract member information
- Contacting members for non-professional or personal reasons
- Impersonating ASID or other entities to deceive members
User Agreement
By accessing and using designFinder by ASID, users agree to:
- Abide by this policy and use designFinder only for its intended purpose
- Respect the privacy and preferences of other ASID members
- Maintain the confidentiality of member information accessed through designFinder
- Report any misuse or suspicious activity to ASID administrators
Enforcement
- ASID reserves the right to monitor designFinder usage for compliance with this policy
- Violations may result in:
- Temporary or permanent loss of designFinder access privileges
- Suspension or termination of ASID membership
- Legal action in cases of severe misuse
Policy Updates
ASID may update this policy periodically. Users are responsible for reviewing and adhering to the most current version of the policy.
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