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APA is a non-profit making trade association representing manufacturers of structural wood panel products and glulam. Based in the USA, it publishes items on product grade, applications, design criteria, etc. and develops and maintains performance and industry product standards.
 http://www.apauk-ireland.org/
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The Architects Registration Board (ARB) was established by statute in 1997 to regulate the architects' profession. As an independent body, its aim is to protect consumers and safeguard the reputation of architects by: maintaining an accurate register of all those entitled to use the term "architect"; maintaining and improving standards for education and practice; taking action if we think somebody should not be on the Register; and operating a fair and effective complaints handling service.
http://www.arb.org.uk/
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AASC offers a consultancy service on the selection and specification of high performance finishes for prestige developments both large and small. It seeks to recommend the best choice of finish on specific developments taking into consideration particularly the environment, the type of building, and the long term needs of the client together with the design requirements of the architectural practice. This service is sponsored by both anodising and powder coating companies and so using the Architectural Advisory Service Centre does not involve a fee.
http://www.aasc.org.uk/
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The Architectural Association has an international membership of more than 2,000. It is a company limited by guarantee, a registered charity, a learned society, and a school of architecture. Ultimate responsibility for the Association and its School rests with the Council of the AA, elected by and from the membership.
http://www.arch-assoc.org.uk/
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The Architectural Heritage Fund provides cheap working capital to local building preservation trusts and other appropriate charities undertaking the rescue and rehabilitation of buildings of architectural or historic merit. It publishes a biannual newsletter.
http://www.ahfund.org.uk/index.htm
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The Society exists to protect the architectural heritage of Scotland. Voluntary local cases panels monitor applications for listed building consent and for planning permission in conservation areas throughout Scotland, and offer advice and guidance regarding the applications to the local planning authorities. It holds visits, tours, talks, lectures and conferences, and publishes a journal and a magazine.
http://www.ahss.org.uk/
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The ASI is a progressive multi-discipline professional institute for architects, surveyors and engineers and is, perhaps, the only institute in the world with such a diversity of construction-related professions, allowing the public, contractors and members to benefit from the widest range in contacts. The ASI is an internationally accepted and respected association offering professional services and support to members in contracting, private practice and public service. The Institute encourages the maintenance of professional standards and actively promotes the understanding and exchange of ideas between the public and the professionals who are creating tomorrow's heritage.
http://www.asi.org.uk/
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The purpose of the ACA is to encourage excellence in professional skills and in the quality of service its members offer to clients. It is the only organisation concerned exclusively with representing the interests and aspirations of architects in private practice. It publishes a quarterly newsletter and various other publications.
http://www.acarchitects.co.uk/
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A single source serving the interior fit-out industry, the Association of Interior Specialists represents over 300 companies involved in the manufacture, supply and installation of partitioning, suspended ceilings, sliding/folding operable walls, platform floors, office furniture and fittings, wall coverings and other aspects of contract interior fit-outs and refurbishment.
http://www.ais-interiors.org.uk/
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The British Architectural Library is the largest and most comprehensive resource in the UK for research and information on all aspects of architecture, and one of the finest collections of its kind in the world. The collections and services are available both to members of the RIBA and the public. It publishes a wide range of books, exhibition catalogues, microforms, slide sets, postcards, prints, etc., and the full Library catalogue is available for searching online.
http://riba-library.com/
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The BCFA is the only UK association for the furniture and furnishing industry in the contract sector. It offers a free telephone and fax enquiry and sourcing service dealing with all aspects of furniture and furnishings for all non-domestic buildings. It publishes a quarterly magazine, and a Contract Furnishing Directory, available free to architects, interior designers, and other specifiers.
http://www.bcfa.org.uk/
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BFM is the principal UK trade association for domestic and contract furniture manufacturers for interiors and exteriors. BFM represents companies on all critical issues facing the industry today. BFM also organises the longest running furniture show in the UK held at the NEC in Birmingham in August.
http://www.bfm.org.uk/
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BWF is the representative voice of manufacturers of builder’s woodwork, offering a range of unique services and benefits for its members. It represents a wide range of woodworking producers - from specialist joinery forms to manufacturers of standard joinery. Professional and specialised services include: individual advice on technical matters and specifications, guidance on health and safety matters, information on training, the provision of statistics and up-to-date information on British and European standards and regulations. It represents the industry on standards committees and in Government consultation. BWF publishes a bi-monthly newsletter.
http://www.bwf.org.uk/
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The Builders Merchants Federation represents builders merchants - the distributors of building materials - in the UK, and provides a range of comprehensive services for members and their staff including training, ensuring high standards of membership.
http://www.bmf.org.uk/
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Building design, products and construction directory for Architects and Building Services Engineers. Building design incorporates a request for information form covering in excess of 150 product categories that automatically requests information to be forwarded by relevant suppliers in the construction industry.
http://www.buildingdesign.co.uk/
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BSRIA is an independent, non-profit distributing, member-based research organisation. Its aims are to assist the building services industry to improve the quality of its products and services, the efficiency of its provision and the effectiveness of its operation. It offers technical services, research and consultancy on a confidential basis for member and non-member clients, and provides information in the form of databases, publications and multi-client studies.
http://www.bsria.co.uk
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CIOB is the leading professional body worldwide for managers in construction. It represents its members in the development of legislation and codes of practice in new areas such as client project management and facilities management. It also provides access to information through a range of services, publishing regular magazines and papers on various management and technical issues. The Information Resource Centre is available for members, and conferences and seminars are organised throughout the year.
http://www.ciob.org.uk/
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The objectives of CIBSE are the promotion of the art, science and practice of building services engineering for the benefit of all and the advancement of education and research in building services engineering. Publications include two quarterly journals and a monthly one, and the CIBSE Guide.
http://www.cibse.org/
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The Association was formed to promote cooperation between member societies in the Commonwealth and other Societies, which share the use of the English language and subscribe to common concepts of architectural practice and professional ethics, with the object of ensuring the maximum contribution of architects to the well being of society and the creation of a satisfactory environment.
http://www.archexchange.org/
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Complete source of information for particle board, medium density fiberboard, and other compatible products.
http://pdmdf.com/
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The Construction Confederation has four main functions: to represent the common interests of its constituent organisations to the Government, the European Union, the UK and European parliaments, and to other decision-makers and opinion formers; to negotiate appropriate agreements on behalf of these constituent organisations and represent their interests in pan-industry bodies such as the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) and Construction Industry Training Board (CITB); to provide information and advice to member companies and to take any other appropriate action to promote the interests of the industry.
http://www.constructionconfederation.co.uk/
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The Construction Products Association acts as a single voice for the manufacturers and suppliers of construction products. Its aim is to build a growing, profitable and sustainable future for the £30 billion construction products industry.
http://www.constprod.org.uk/
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The Department of Trade and Industry's aim is to help UK business compete successfully at home, in Europe and the rest of the world. It pursues a wide-ranging agenda, including industrial sponsorship, trade policy and export promotion, energy policy, small business support, corporate affairs and consumer protection. DTI also incorporates the Office of Science and Technology.
http://www.dti.gov.uk/
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English Heritage is the principal organisation statutorily responsible for the conservation of the built heritage in England. It has responsibility for managing 400 of the country's most important historic buildings and ancient monuments as visitor attractions, assists others to conserve and protect the wider heritage, and provides technical and professional advice based on experience and research. It is the Government's official adviser on all matters concerning the conservation of the historic environment. It produces a wide range of publications ranging from popular interest material to specialist and academic books.
http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/
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FCC membership is comprised of small to medium sized enterprises involved in all areas of commerce. The Federation provides them with the business services necessary to help them prosper.
http://www.fcc.org.uk/
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The Federation of Master Builders is a trade association for small and middle sized building firms. It assists them in running their businesses and representing their interests to Government and the EU. Membership is voluntary and there is a subscription. The National Register of Warranted Builders has members who can offer clients an independently underwritten guarantee on work in progress and for up to five years. Publications include a monthly journal, and various reports. The Federation's information services comprises a head office and 11 regional offices.
http://www.fmb.org.uk/
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The Forestry Commission advises on, and implements, Government forestry policy which encourages the multiple purpose use of Britain's forests and woodlands. Its fundamental areas of responsibility are timber production, recreation, conservation, forestry advice, grant-aid and research; it also manages over 2 million acres of land in Scotland, England and Wales, and produces a range of publications.
http://www.forestry.gov.uk/
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FIRA is the exclusive provider of services for the Furniture Industry Research Association. Membership of the Association confers the opportunity for participation in research projects and access to exclusive technical information plus many other benefits. Membership funding supports technical innovation and standards development on behalf of the industry.
http://www.fira.co.uk/
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The Glued Laminated Timber Association was formed to promote the awareness of glued laminated timber (glulam), its properties and uses among specifiers, designers and users of building materials, and architects and other professional advisers in the UK and overseas. It coordinates technical activity and publishes literature relating to glued laminated timber.
http://www.glulam.co.uk/
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The Guild of Master Craftsmen is a trade association representing craftsmen and women from many different trades, crafts, professions and vocations, provided their work is considered of a high enough standard. The Guild fosters high standards both to enhance the reputation of its members and to inspire confidence in the customers they serve. It also works to provide business benefits including legal, financial and marketing support to help its members compete on equal terms.
http://www.thegmcgroup.com/
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This site is the authoritative resource for information on hardwood plywood, veneer.
http://www.hpva.org/
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HBF is the principal trade federation for private sector house builders in England and Wales. Its members range from very large, international companies to small local companies. These members account for approximately 80% of all new houses built in England and Wales in any one year. It arranges seminars and conferences on social housing issues, publishes explanatory literature which highlights good practice, produces briefings and information for members and provides advice and assistance to individual members.
http://www.hbf.co.uk/
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The Institute of Carpenters aims to maintain the traditions of an historic craft and advance the status of those involved in the industry. It is the only organisation to run timed practical woodworking examinations as qualifiers to the various levels of membership available. It sponsors competitions and special events, and publishes a quarterly journal.
http://www.central-office.co.uk/ioc/index.htm
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The Institute of Historic Building Conservation (IHBC) is the professional institute which represents conservation professionals in the public and private sectors in the United Kingdom and Ireland. The Institute exists to establish the highest standards of conservation practice to support the effective protection and enhancement of the historic environment. It publishes a quarterly magazine.
http://www.ihbc.org.uk/
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The Institute of Shopfitting provides professional status for those engaged in shopfitting by: recognising achievement in education, training and development; encouraging and recognising career progression; establishing and maintaining appropriate standards of competence.
http://www.shopfitting-institute.org/
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The IDDA is an international association of professionals in the interior decorating and design industries. It promotes high standards throughout the profession, encouraging and fostering proven design ability. It has developed guidelines in respect of budget planning, cost control, and professional consultancy. It publishes a Directory of members, and also has a database of members' details.
http://www.idda.co.uk/
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The purpose of the Institute is to advance and encourage the scientific, technical, practical and general knowledge of timber and wood based materials. It publishes two refereed journals and a bi-annual newsletter.
http://www.iwsc.org.uk/
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The International Tree Foundation is a charity which is dedicated to the planting and protection of trees at home and abroad. It was founded in 1922 and was originally known as Men of the Trees. It has a network of branches in the UK and affiliated groups overseas.
http://www.eclipse.co.uk/jns/
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Promoting and supporting trade in wood products.
http://www.iwpawood.org/
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The JMA gives members the opportunity to discuss problems and topical interests with other Joinery managers, specialist technical experts and representatives of other bodies, this being achieved by the holding of regular and national meetings. The Association is currently the only truly independent voice of the joinery industry and is therefore ideally placed to express opinion on changing trading conditions and legislation.
http://www.joinery-managers-association.org/
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The Kitchen Specialists Association (KSA) was formed in 1977 by a group of independent kitchen specialists who wanted to increase the level of professionalism in the UK kitchen industry. Over 300 kitchen, bedroom and bathroom showrooms throughout the British Isles are run by KSA members, who all follow an approved Code of Practice. The Kitchen Specialists Association is also supported by over 70 of the industry's leading brands and distributors who join as Corporate Members.
http://www.ksa.co.uk/
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MTTA represents the UK's manufacturers, importers and distributors of machine tools and equipment. Services to members include: statistical information and market reports; assistance in local and overseas exhibitions; locating suppliers or agents; Parliamentary representation for the industry; technical advice and participation in the development of international standards; education and training; and legal consultation and representation. MTTA organises the 2-yearly "MACH" exhibition at the NEC.
http://www.mtta.co.uk/
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The objects of the Association are the promotion and protection of the interests of the wood and stone carving crafts generally, and of the members of the Association in particular. The membership consists of professional wood and stone carving companies; a list of members together with their specialist crafts can be obtained from the Association.
http://www.mastercarvers.co.uk/
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The National Association of Shopfitters is the only trade association that exclusively promotes the shopfitting industry and has been doing so since 1919.
http://www.ldb.co.uk/nasc.shtml
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The NFA aims to unite all those who have an interest in fires, fireplaces, fuels, chimneys and associated products, and promote their business. It works closely with other organisations and trade associations, and with its diversity of membership, represents the whole fire and fireplace industry as well as specialist groups within it, caring for their interest at home and abroad. It publishes a directory and the Fireplace Yearbook.
http://www.metcom.org.uk/memdetails/nfa.htm
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NHIC represents the major companies manufacturing goods or providing services for home improvements, trade associations, and other specialist interest organisations such as the RICS. It lobbies Government to try to ensure the necessary support for the proper repair, maintenance and improvement of the country's housing stock.
http://www.nhic.org.uk/
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Established nearly sixty years ago, NHBC is the standard setting and premier warranty organisation for the UK house-building industry. NHBC sets the standards for house-building, monitors homes built to those standards, and then provides the "Buildmark" insurance cover on around 90% of all private sector homes in the UK.
http://www.nhbc.co.uk/
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OFAS is an independent organisation offering impartial information and advice on all aspects of office and contract furniture. Funded by membership subscription, OFAS was formed to aid specifiers and buyers with their daily sourcing difficulties, and to address the problems presented by major refurbishment. Since its inception, it has helped many organisations to make the best purchase for their needs.
http://www.ofas.org.uk/
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The bookshop at the RIBA in Portland Place has a worldwide reputation. Over 5,000 titles are in stock at any one time, covering all aspects of architecture, design, construction and the environment. The Bookshop staff keep records of thousands of other titles which can be ordered for prompt delivery. There are also RIBA Bookshops in Belfast, Birmingham, Cambridge, Leeds and Manchester. The RIBA Bookshop catalogue, published annually, features over 600 titles for both the professional and the general public.
http://www.ribabookshop.com/
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RIBA Information Services publishes a variety of information products to assist the architect or construction professional, including Product Selector, RIBACAD, a CAD library of drawings of products, and Product Data, a subscription-based library of structured information on building products. It also manages the Office Library Service. It is a division of RIBA Companies Ltd.
http://www.ris.gb.com/
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RIBA Publications is the leading architectural bookseller in the UK, and also a substantial publisher of construction industry documents. The publishing operation concentrates largely on essential material for contemporary architectural practice, such as the RIBA architect/client agreement ("SFA") and guidance, procedural and technical guides, and the Architectural Periodicals Index, on CD-ROM and in book form. Monographs, greetings cards and facsimile prints are also available. It operates a mail order services for its own titles and those of other publishers. RIBA Publications is a division of RIBA Companies Ltd.
http://www.ribabookshop.com/
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RIAS is the professional organisation for architects in Scotland. It can help clients find appropriate chartered architects, and publishes architectural guides to Scotland, the Scottish Architects' Directory and advice on good practice in energy conscious design.
http://www.rias.org.uk/
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The RIBA is the professional organisation for architects, which exists to promote the highest standards in the architectural profession, and the general advancement and understanding of architecture. It has a network of regional and branch offices. It operates the British Architectural Library and owns RIBA Companies Ltd.
http://www.architecture.com/
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The Royal Society of Architects in Wales (RSAW) is constituted as the regional organisation of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) in Wales.
http://www.architecture-wales.com/
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RSUA is in alliance with the Royal Institute of British Architects and 99% of its members are members of that organisation. It is considered to be a region of the RIBA, but has its own constitution. The Society is run by a committee of 23 members. It has sub-committees for education, architecture and the environment, exhibitions, continuing professional development, energy and green issues, events, membership, etc. It has a small architectural bookshop on its premises.
http://www.rsua.org.uk/
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The RDBA is the only organisation in England concerned with the development, research and monitoring of rural buildings. The Association covers all structures and fixed equipment either for farm building uses or for rural, industrial or commercial purposes. It publishes a journal and a newsletter, and will answer enquiries.
http://www.rdba.org.uk/
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SBEF, established in 1895, is the major employers' organisation for the building industry in Scotland. It negotiates conditions of service, administers apprenticeship training, negotiates Standard Forms of Contract and provides a wide range of other services designed to assist member firms in the conduct of their businesses.
http://www.scottish-building.co.uk/
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The Association was formed in 1947 to promote and encourage relations between members, to advance the interests of the industry, and to act as the official channel of communication with Government departments, local authorities, trade associations and other organisations. It sponsors the exhibition Intershop, and administers joint venture schemes to overseas exhibitions in collaboration with the Department of Trade and Industry. It publishes an annual Directory of Shopfittings and Display Equipment, listing products and services supplied by members. It negotiates discounts for members, and publishes newsletters giving statistics, sales leads, etc.
http://www.sdea.co.uk/
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SCALA is a collaborative organisation of public sector architects and related professionals committed to assisting its members in achieving the highest possible standards in the development, design, construction and management of the public sector estate for the mutual benefit of their employers.
http://www.scala.org.uk/
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The Society of Designer-Craftsmen is the largest and oldest multi-craft society in Britain. The work of members ranges from small decorative objects to furniture, stained glass, metalwork and public art. The Society can be contacted as a means of commissioning one of its members.
http://www.societydesigncrafts.co.org
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TRADA acts as the interface between timber as a natural resource and its commercial use as a material. It promotes research and development into the end uses of timber, including the provision of building design and the dissemination of literature.
http://www.trada.co.uk/
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As the voice of the timber industry, The Timber Trade Federation's objective is to help create and sustain the conditions in which its Members can compete and prosper. The Federation represents Member's views to Government and other organisations who are involved in the timber industry, both in the United Kingdom and overseas. In addition, it supplies information and advice to Members and provides the forum for the exchange of views on subjects of common interest.
http://www.ttf.co.uk/
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The Tree Council was founded in 1974 with major support from the Department of the Environment, and is now an independent registered charity. It aims to improve the environment in town and country by promoting the planting and conservation of trees and woods throughout the UK, to disseminate knowledge about trees and their management, and to act as a forum for organisations concerned with trees. It runs its own tree planting grant scheme. The Tree Council answers queries, and publishes a magazine and a range of other publications.
http://www.treecouncil.org.uk/
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A comprehensive source of information on a variety of Woodworking industry topics.
http://www.woodweb.com/
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