Trade-Only Resources That Have Earned a Place in My Specification Library
A well-curated specification library isn’t built from catalogs alone—it’s shaped by relationships. From installers and sales reps to local showrooms and trusted peers, these are the trade-only resources that consistently inform my design decisions and elevate the final result.
Disciplined Sourcing: Why I Vet With Installers, Not Just Manufacturers
Beautiful products are easy to find. Reliable ones are not. In this post, I break down my disciplined sourcing process — and why I vet with installers and fabricators, not just manufacturers, before I ever specify a product.

