Interior Architecture: Recommended Magazines and Journals
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Interior Architecture: Recommended Magazines and Journals
When I worked as an academic, part of my role was to write courses, set project briefs, lead tutorial groups, and support final-year students with their dissertations and final major projects. To do this well, I had to stay up to date with current trends, technologies, building projects, and research. That meant spending a lot of time in libraries and online—reading, watching documentaries, skimming journals, and following competitions.
As a student, building this habit early will give you a huge advantage. Staying connected to the wider industry will not only inspire your projects but also deepen your understanding of design culture and practice.
Over the next few posts, I’ll share my go-to resources for students of interior architecture. Today, we’ll start with my top picks for magazines and journals, perfect for sparking ideas and staying current.
Magazines & Journals
Kick off your design research by immersing yourself in industry news and visual inspiration. International publications offer a fresh perspective, so pick one up when you travel. Some of my favourites are:
Frame
Wallpaper
ELLE Décor (consider subscribing for regular updates)
Online Journals & Websites
Digital resources are just as valuable for staying informed:
dezeen.com | cutting-edge design news and features
inhabitat.com | sustainable design and innovation
bdonline.com | architecture and construction news
Start exploring these now, and you’ll quickly see how they can shape your ideas and help you think like a professional designer.
