Research
Design Research Knowledgebases
InformeDesign®
InformeDesign is an evidence-based Web site that houses an extensive database for easy-to-read Research Summaries written for designers of the built environment—architects, interior designers, landscape architects, urban designers, planners, graphic designers, code officials, and policy makers. With funding from ASID, the site was created and is operated by the University of Minnesota.
Knowledge Center
Available through the IIDA Web site, the Knowledge Center contains a selection of research abstracts on a variety of design topics, with links to the original article or source.
Soloso™
Soloso is a research and knowlege sharing resource created and operated by AIA. It contains case studies as well as articles, white papers, fact sheets and books. Access is free and unlimited to interested users.
Industry Research
Many industry leaders have compiled research on key design topics in order to better serve their customers. These white papers and case studies are available online. We've provided links to a few of the top corporate research sites that should prove invaluable as you work with your clients to meet their current and future needs.
Academic Research
Carnegie Mellon Green Design Institute
An interdisciplinary research effort to make an impact on environmental quality through green design.
Center for Inclusive Design and Environmental Access
Housed in the School of Architecture & Planning at the University of Buffalo in New York
The Center for Real Life Kitchen Design
College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences at Virginia Tech
Center for Universal Design
An initiative of the College of Design at North Carolina State University
Universal Design Learning Lab
Operated by the Iowa State University Extension program through the Department of Human Development and Family Studies