14 Twitter Chats for Design Advice

January 24, 2012 Posted by Christina Sabo in Coffee Table

Even if you don't tweet much yourself, there's no reason why you shouldn't take advantage of the great resources Twitter offers for learning, sharing, and communicating. Those looking for advice on home design and decor will find wealth of opportunities on Twitter for learning, and one of the coolest ways you can get in touch with experts and educate yourself is through Twitter chats. If you've got the time and inclination, give one of these great design and architecture-centered chats a try. You may just find some amazing tips and tools that will help you give your space a much-needed makeover.

  1. #IntDesignerChat, Tuesdays at 6 PM EST: Join this international chat to connect with interior designers, architects, and those in the home furnishing industry to discuss everything from historic preservation to window treatments.
  2. #TableChat, Wednesdays at 4 PM EST: Hosted by Mary Spada of The Savvy Host, this chat can give you some great pointers for creating comfortable design and throwing some seriously amazing get-togethers.
  3. #DesignTV, Thursdays at 5 PM EST: Here you'll find some interesting topics ranging from recipes to interior design, with some great advice on making your apartment a home.
  4. #HomeSpaChat, Tuesdays at 8PM EST: Ever dreamt of giving your place a spa-like feel? This chat can give you some ideas on simple ways you can accomplish that.
  5. #ShelterMagChat, 1st Thursdays at 8 PM EST: Why page through your favorite design magazines alone? Join this chat to talk about this month's inspiring glossies with like-minded people.
  6. #TradHome, Wednesdays at 6 PM EST: If you're the sort that prefers traditional, classic design, this chat is the perfect place to find all kinds of great information.
  7. #askAD100, Thursdays at 5PM EST: Architectural Digest Magazine hosts this new chat, allowing readers like yourself to ask and get answers to their questions.
  8. #ABlogChat, 2nd Thursdays at 8 PM EST: Those interested in architecture should check out this chat. It's for architectural bloggers, but anyone with an interest in the field is free to join in to learn and share.
  9. #kbtribechat, Wednesday at 2 PM EST: Have some burning questions about designing kitchens and baths? Join in this chat to ask professionals in the industry for advice.
  10. #omhg, Thursdays at 1 PM EST: Get creative by joining this chat. You'll meet up with people who are all about DIY and handmade decor, creating personal, beautiful spaces.
  11. #aiachat, 1st Wednesdays at 2 PM EST: While this chat is formally on the first Wednesday of the month, it goes on throughout the year, allowing you to connect with members of the AIA and learn more about architecture.
  12. #oklchat, Thursdays at 4:30 PM EST: Short for One Kings Lane chat, this meetup will give you some great pointers on scoring the best deals on home decor, decorating, and much more.
  13. #curtainchat, Mondays at 12 PM EST: Whether you want to let in light or shut it out, you can get great advice in this chat on everything related to window treatments.
  14. #glasschat, Thursdays at 4 PM EST: Through this weekly chat, you can meet up with a community of glass artisans, supplies, architects, designers, and engineers and talk about, what else, glass.

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