Search Materials Collections
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Material Order SEARCHMaterial Order SEARCH is the collaborative online materials catalog that currently searches the materials collections of the Harvard Graduate School of Design, Parsons School of Design, and the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD).
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Material Order SEARCH [GSD Materials Collection]Limit search to the GSD Materials Collection.
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Material ConneXionA library subscribed to materials database of advanced and innovative materials and processes. This resource expands the field of materials beyond the GSD.
GSD Materials Collection Primer
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GSD Materials Collection PrimerThe primer serves as an introduction for students investigating material topics in design and describes the organizational structure of the Materials Collection at the Harvard University Graduate School of Design (GSD). Basic material terms and definitions provide a point of departure for students seeking more advanced resources.
Visit the GSD Materials Collection
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All users of any collection in Special Collections must create an account in HOLLIS Special Request; this includes users of the GSD Materials Collection. In addition, your Harvard ID must be presented to staff at each visit.
PRO TIP: Save time upon your first visit to the Materials Collection – create your HOLLIS Special Request account prior to arrival.
Special Collections Hours
Monday-Friday, see the hours page for daily hours and holiday closures. No appointment necessary. Staff always available to assist.
Materials Samples Circulate!
1-week loan for GSD students and faculty. Materials do not circulate during Design Discovery.
Samples are for reference use only. No testing or damage to samples is permitted.