Become a Maker

Website: http://makezine.com/

Summary: When was the last time you made something? This website is a forum for young inventors, dreamers, and fabricators. They feature articles on creating products for technology, art, crafts, education and more.

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Measurement App

App Name:  DeWalt Mobile Pro

This app uses real-world examples to explain measurement and construction concepts. Students can use the app to visualize projects with detailed illustrations and dimensions. Calculations can be stored and referenced when pricing a particular job.

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Resume in Your Pocket

App Name: Pocket Mobile Resume

Students can be guided through the resume sections in the easy to use app. Students can pick their own resume style and export the resume as a PDF or a word document. The step by step directions ask students for personal information, education, experience, references, skills, and more.

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Interior Design Blog

Website: http://www.designsponge.com/

This interior design blog features a talented interior designer and all of her inspirations, crafts, and projects. The blogger updates the blog on a constant basis to keep up with the changing industry.

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Archi Blog : The Portal of Blogs About Architecture

Website: archiblog.info

A daily collection of architectural blogs in 5 languages.

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Arch Daily

Website: www.archdaily.com

The world’s most visited architecture website. The leader in aggregate architectural websites. Architectural news, competitions, and projects updated every hour. If it’s out there, most likely it’s covered on this site.

 

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Texas Society of Architects

Website: texasarchitects.org

The voice for Texas architecture. Beautifully written professional publication that includes articles, awards, job listings, meetings, events, and resources from all parts of the State.

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The Morpholio Project

App Name: Trace

This free app lets you draw on top of images (imported from your iPad) as if you were using tracing paper. Trace is essential to any creative project.

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Sweets Building Products

Website: www.products.construction.com

A perennial publication provided by McGraw Hill Construction. Categorized catalogs of building materials, products, manufacturers, and green product information with updates throughout the year. A standard of publications found in every Architect and Contractor’s office.

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