Article Databases
Start with one or more of these article databases:
Each database contains a variety of resources including scholarly journals, professional and trade magazines, news and the like.
For complementary suggestions, please visit the Facilities & the Built Environment Guide.
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Art and Architecture CompleteAcademic journals on architecture, graphic arts, interior design, photography, etc.
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BuildingGreenA site devoted to building design through a lens of sustainability. Contains authoritative information on progressive building design strategies, topics and issues.
building green, construction, interior design, sustainable, materials, green, solar, wind, toxic chemicals, waste management, responsible sourcing, resilient design, life-cycle assessment, daylighting, walkable communities, smart siting, building envelope, indoor air quality, lighting design, LEED, Fitwel, Fitwell, Energy Star, Living Building
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GreenFileIts collection of scholarly, government and general-interest titles includes content on global warming, green building, pollution, sustainable agriculture, renewable energy, recycling, and more.
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Emerald Insight - Property Management and Built Environment CollectionContains academic journals on construction, property management, disaster resilience, and sustainable development.
facilities, apfm, building, environment, disaster, property, management, sustainable, sustainability, green, leed, construction, interior design, architecture
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Canadian Reference CentreA collection magazines, newspapers, newswires and reference books including Architectural Design.
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ABI Inform Trade and IndustryContains industry reports and magazines. Canadian content.
computing, construction, transportation, food technology, telecommunications, computers
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Gardening, Landscape and Horticulture CollectionA small collection of academic journals and magazines focused on landscaping and horticulture.
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Home Improvement CollectionMagazines, both general interest and trade-based, for home improvement hobbyists and professionals.
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Hospitality and Tourism CompleteIncludes country and industry reports related to the tourism and hospitality industry, trade publications and academic journals.
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PressReaderAccess 56 Design magazines such as Wallpaper, Architecture + Design, Interior Design and domus.
Looking for Open Access Journals?
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Digital Commons Network: Architecture Open Access JournalsSearch free scholarly articles from hundreds of universities and colleges worldwide.
Search for Magazines, Newspapers and Journals by Title
Example: Search for Quality Progress.
Standards and Codes
Standards are developed by experts and these tell you how to do, test, or identify something. The Library provides access to many standards online and in print.
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Overview of WELL and FitwelBuildingGreen's overview of WELL and Fitwel Standards including links to additional information.
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WELL Building Standard v1"WELL v1 offers a framework to help improve health and well-being for everyone that visits, works in, or experiences your building."
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WELL v2 Building Standards"The the next version of the pioneering WELL Building Standard™, the first rating system to focus exclusively on the impacts of buildings on human health and wellness."
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Techstreet Enterprise
Access standards from CSA, ICC, IEEE, ISO, and more. To request a standard we don't have, or if you have questions or technical difficulties, please email Carrie Barrett.
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ASTM Standards & Digital Library
Technical standards for materials, products, systems, and services. Also includes all manuals/monographs, technical papers, data series and journals.
materials, products, systems, testing, standards, American Society for Testing and Materials
Federal Codes
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National Building Code of Canada
Includes Structural Commentaries Details the technical provisions for the design and construction of new buildings, as well as the alteration, change of use and demolition of existing buildings.
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National Fire Code of Canada
Unable to access? Please email eResources support.
Details fire safety requirements for buildings, structures and areas where hazardous materials are used, and addresses fire protection and prevention in buildings and facilities.
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National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings
Unable to access? Please email eResources support.
Sets out technical requirements for the energy efficient design and construction of new buildings.
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National Plumbing Code of Canada
Unable to access? Please email eResources support.
Details technical provisions for the design and installation of new plumbing systems and the extension, alteration and repair of existing plumbing systems.
You must have Adobe Acrobat or Reader and install a FileOpen plug-in on the computer you use to view the publications.
Provincial Codes for Ontario
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Ontario Building Code 2012
New! - Unlimited Users Access a PDF version of the Ontario Building Code.
Looking for added functionality, like search capabilities and definitions? Try the free version of the Ontario Building Code from MyBulidingCode: MyBuildingCode.com. Just create a My Building Code account, or login using your Google or Apple account. You can download the App after logging in, or use the web version.
Video Collections
The Library provides a wide variety of streaming videos, including documentaries and educational films. Search for the subject you are interested in, such as Architecture, Design, Structural Engineering, etc.
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LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com)Contains instructional videos exploring software, IT, design, technology and business skills. Achieve your personal and professional goals.
E-book Collections
Explore the full text of hundreds of thousands of books electronically, with 24/7 access wherever you have an internet connection.
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Access EngineeringContains engineering eBooks.
engineering, handbook, mechanical, materials, industrial, electrical, energy
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EBSCOhost eBook CollectionA large collection of eBooks on a range of topics. In addition to online viewing, many are downloadable.
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Ebook CentralA large collection of eBooks on many different college-level topics. Includes Canadian content.
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SpringerLink eBooks CollectionSearch for Interior Design. Note: you must un-check "Include Preview-Only Content" to see only content available in Conestoga's collection
Image Collections
Search the Library's image collections for pictures of significant buildings or other structures. You can use these images in your reports and presentations, or easily post them to eConestoga.
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Britannica ImageQuestContains millions of rights-cleared photos, graphics and images for educational use.
brittanica, brittannica, encyclopedia Britannica, Britannica Online, encyclopedia brittanica, encyclopedia brittannica, brittannica image quest, brittanica image quest, image quest
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Pexels Interior Design PhotosThis website contains free images for non-commercial use. Always cite the source of an image unless specified otherwise.
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Pixabay Interior Design PhotosThis website contains free images for non-commercial use. Always cite the source of an image unless specified otherwise.