By exploring and developing technology that is commercially relevant to people in design - whether they're involved in architecture, manufacturing, civil engineering, or other industries - Autodesk Labs provide free, early access to experimental web services, prototypes, and technology previews.

A superb suite of intuitive online programmes all of which are concerned with the creation and editing of visual content; included in the suite is an image editor, a vector editor, and a '˜colour palette' programme (that helps the user to source and select colours and colour palertes). The suite is powerful and inventive in its concept and execution, and the software is suitable for a wide range of applications and levels of expertise.

A more well-known alternative to the service provided by Muiscovery (above) that refines its selections based on your ongoing feedback

If you find yourself at an event that other members of your organisation would benefit from, Bambuser allows you to create a live stream direct from your phone for them to watch!

A single source serving the interiors fit-out industry, the Association of Interior Specialists (AIS) is a trade association that represents companies involved in the manufacture, supply and installation of all aspects of interior fit-outs and refurbishments. Members are throughout the supply chain including main interior contractors, specialist fit-out contractors, manufacturers and distributors.

A simple tool for collaborative online brainstorming: create bubbles, 'sub'-bubbles, connect blocks and change colours.

You don't need an account, or any lengthy setup to make use of this excellent online collaborative tool that allows you and your peers to mark up websites, graphics, and photos, or start brainstorming on a blank canvas. Browse websites in a shared, real-time whiteboard, while marking them up, sharing files, and chatting.

A really superb free resource for 2GB of online storage which you can use to store, sync, and share files online. We use this a lot at Crossover, and are genuinely amazed it's not become a more well-known tool!

Factoids to make you smile, with a good dash of the educational.

Does exactly what it says on the tin, albeit somewhat clumsily!

A website that aims at providing you with daily inspiration. Dailytonic focuses on project-relevant information for architects, interior designers, furnishing specialists and planners. Your daily inspiration in architecture and design.

A well-maintained web magazine dedicated to uncovering the best in modern international design. Articles concerning industrial design, conceptual product design, technology, interior design, architecture, exhibitions and lifestyle.

A highly-recommended blog which covers 'architectural design' in its broadest sense; populated with articles that are notable for their quality and range.

A really good, well laid-out website for all things architecture and design, including good international coverage, and a well-researched News section.

Interesting articles that often cover the territory where technology and design combine.

Online design magazine showcasing the latest in architecture, fashion and product design. Updated daily, presenting new releases and trends.

A well-maintained online building product directory, predominately of use to UK construction industry professionals.