Welcome to the Resource Hub
The United in Design Resource Hub is here to support businesses, students and individuals all over the UK to make Interior Design more accessible.
You’ll find guidance, information and ideas on how to create a more inclusive and diverse culture at work and insights on how to get into interior design or access training. We’ll also keep you up to date with insights and opinion pieces from notable voices in the industry.
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Look out for exclusive updates and contributions from Simon Hamilton former BIID International Director and career consultant who knows exactly what you need to do to keep your career on track.
We are very thankful to Nadia Snopek, our very talented illustrator, who provided the wonderful illustrations you see featured in our Resources Hub.
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Choosing the perfect hardware.
Armac Martin share how to choose the perfect hardware for your home.
From a supplier’s point of view.
Armac Martin share their hints and tips about the Interior Design industry from a suppliers point of view.
Starting a career in interior design.
Read Interior Designer, Eva Sonaike’s, tips for what to consider when starting a career in interior design.
Learn how to place, frame and hang art.
Discover Cramer & Bell’s best tips, picked up after years in the industry as art consultants for hotels, restaurants and residential developments.
Five brilliant reasons to become a MENTEE!
Discover the five reasons you should seek support and guidance from a mentor with United in Design.
How to prepare for your interview.
Simon Hamilton shares his best tips on how to prepare for an interview in the design industry, and how to make the often nerve-wracking situation, a fun and positive experience.
Five brilliant reasons to become a MENTOR!
Discover the five reasons professionals in the interior design industry should considering mentoring with United in Design.
Advice for new candidates.
Every business Turner Pocock, a leading interior design studio in London, share their advice to new candidates and employees joining their prestigious design service.
ACTIVE ALLYSHIP: Supporting Racial Justice.
IHere is a great resource from Brook Graham at Pinsent Masons, (as mentioned in UiD webinar with Ama Afrifa-Tchie). Ama’s recent webinar is free to watch here for United in Design members, partners and subscribers.
The Importance Of Diversity And Inclusion For Today’s Companies.
Did you know that inclusive and diverse workspaces are more innovative and creative and they retain staff longer?….all good reasons to take the UiD pledges.
How to get Ahead in Design by Katharine Pooley.
Here Katharine Pooley, multi award winning international Interior designer, gives her five tips on how to get ahead in the interior design industry.
Building a Brand on Social Media: Getting off to a Good Start.
Every business needs an online profile to build, support and maintain their brand, and this is no different in interior design. Discover our top tips on building your brand on social media.
Top tips for CVs.
Look closely at your CV before you send it. From the introduction to the technical skills through your achievements.
Top tips for Portfolios.
Your portfolio is an opportunity to show off your creative skills and experience in an engaging and visual way.
Jobs advice.
There are several ways to find work and other opportunities so we will help you by providing useful information about the different methods and routes to advance your career.
Top tips for Interviews.
Doing thorough research will help you find the roles that suit you.