Skip to Main Content

Drexel Library

Interior Design

Subject Guide for Interior Design

Collections

Material ConneXion This link opens in a new window
You must first create a free account* from on-campus. Find specs on new and innovative materials. Materials are organized by their chemical composition. Review the brief database tutorial before getting started.
There is a 30 material download limit per day for each user.

* Since you're creating a personal account to use Material ConneXion, it's good to know their terms of service + privacy policy.

Art + Design Online
Find collections in interior design, decorative arts, and architecture.
Material District
Formally known as Materia, search this free resource by materials.
Transmaterial
Freely browse materials and check out the books: Transmaterial, Transmaterial 2 and Transmaterial 3.

Get Inspired

Fashion Snoops This link opens in a new window
FS has a section just on home including color, lighting, hard and soft goods, decor, and more.

productFIND
Search for products in this free source from Interior Design magazine. Also browse vendor catalogs.
Designtex
Browse their textiles and wallcoverings, made with reduced environmental impact.
archello
Freely browse products for architecture + interiors including furniture, lighting, and tech.
Lighting Research Center
Freely accessible research in lighting, light and health, transportation lighting, and energy efficiency.