by Brianna Crandall — July 1, 2015—Design specification site Spec Simple’s enhanced Virtual Library software was recognized with a Gold Award in this year’s Best of NeoCon Competition at the NeoCon 2015 contract furnishings show in Chicago June 15-17. Animated and easy to use, the free SpecSimple.com site for sourcing design products and services offers directories for manufacturer, dealer, representative and product information, and provides industry-related services such as Web reviews, industry news and a calendar of events.
Spec Simple’s Virtual Library helps specifiers find the best products for their projects. The subscription service gives designers a single source for over 21,000 interiors, architectural and engineering vendors. Virtual Library provides easy-to-use yet powerful tools, including product finders to identify products by price, feature and finish; one-click customized product brochures; robust project reporting and built-in product alternatives. With 20+ years of experience, Spec Simple’s portal is supported by an experienced team of product researchers.
Virtual Library keeps track of important manufacturer and product information and even lets users create Project and Product Standards with ease. Completely customizable, architects, designers, engineers, facility managers, design librarians and furniture professionals can enter their data from business cards, job files, napkins and envelopes into a password-protected personal file for safe and easy access.