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  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Wet areas in healthcare facilities pose numerous challenges when it comes to designing an environment that is safe for patients and staff. As specialized rooms are being replaced with functional spaces covering a range of mental and physical health concerns, it is important to consider universal design. This course explores how to create spaces that work for all and how to create environments that are durable, hygienic, and ligature and slip resistant.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Architectural resin panels are engineered to suit the demands of a wide array of interior and exterior applications and offer almost unlimited combinations of color, pattern, and design. This course presents the features and options that allow resin panels to meet design requirements for both function and beauty, and discusses how resin panels may play a role in projects seeking LEED®, Living Building Challenge®, or WELL Building Standard® certification.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    This presentation provides an overview of sustainable materials for the bath, including production, performance, maintenance, and frameworks for assessment, and focuses on recycled copper, sustainably made concrete, FSC®-certified bamboo, and reclaimed wood.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    This presentation celebrates the value of incorporating artisanal, handcrafted fixtures and furnishings into a building’s design. Not only are these products unique, functional, and aesthetically appealing, but they can also establish a sense of connection with their maker. Many artisanal handcrafted products are made using traditional techniques that have been passed down over time, often from generation to generation. And because many of these products are made from sustainable, recycled or reclaimed materials that are locally available, they can help reduce the environmental impact of a new build. This course illustrates how sourcing artisan-made products for their projects can allow designers and builders to effect social, economic and environmental change.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Adding wood, stone, or masonry accents can dramatically change the look of a space, but time, cost, or even structural requirements can interfere. This course reviews the use of realistic, lightweight, cost-effective, and easy-to-install options for decorative faux elements. The performance, design options, and installation of high-density polyurethane panels, beams, truss systems, mantels, and column covers are examined.

    Date & Time Location Contact
    Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 11:00 EST (UTC-05:00) Webinar Jeff Dordick

  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    In this presentation we will examine the current state of behavioral health in America, an overview of behavioral health facility types, therapy methods, patient safety considerations, and guidelines for facility design. This course will showcase principles to guide design including how to create safe social spaces, leverage biophilic design principles, phenomenology and tap into color theory, textures, and lighting to enhance healing. Additionally, this course features real life examples of implementing these principles to assist in the healing process, preserve patient dignity, and balance the safety of patients and staff.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    This presentation will guide architects through the process of choosing, specifying, and installing hardwood flooring products with an emphasis on best practices for maintaining safe indoor air quality.

    Date & Time Location Contact
    Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 13:00 EST (UTC-05:00) Webinar Dave Darche
    Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 10:00 MST (UTC-07:00) Webinar Dave Darche
    Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 13:00 EST (UTC-05:00) Webinar Dave Darche

  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    This presentation will guide architects through the process of choosing, specifying, and installing hardwood flooring products with an emphasis on best practices for maintaining safe indoor air quality.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    This presentation will guide architects through the process of specifying and renewing worn resilient floors with an emphasis on creating monolithic hygienic surfaces, maintaining safe indoor air quality while avoiding the replacement of resilient floors.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Surface preparation is critical for high-performing, long-lasting flooring. Learn about the latest innovations and installation techniques in surface preparation that prevent floor damage while mitigating moisture and noise.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Selecting flooring is an important decision, but equal emphasis should be placed on proper surface preparation to avoid costly flooring failures. This course reviews best practices for a typical hardwood flooring installation and discusses the innovative options that consolidate products and steps, saving time and money while enhancing certain performance characteristics.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Soft flooring has experienced a surge in popularity in recent years due to its aesthetics, lower costs, durability, and ease of care. This course discusses how to create the optimal soft flooring system through proper substrate and surface preparation.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Beyond aesthetics, ventilated façades and cladding systems provide added wind absorption, moisture protection, and insulation properties, resulting in prolonged building durability and sustainability that contributes to LEED points. In addition, these systems provide significant energy savings to building operations and noise reduction to increase occupant comfort. Learn about the top features and benefits of façade systems and how to select individual components based on environmental conditions, panel materials, and other factors. Gain understanding about how the mechanical and adhesive systems vary and overview the easy installation processes. Learn how adhesives absorb cyclical expansion and contraction due to environmental changes such as wind, temperature, and humidity. Within an hour, you'll have a solid understanding about ventilated façades/cladding systems' aesthetics, sustainability, and how they are built to last even under extreme conditions.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    The popularity of thin gauged porcelain tile has soared because of its large slab size, beauty, durability, sustainability, and versatility. These tiles are suitable for many environments, especially hospitality, institutional, and office applications. This course explores their many uses, their economic and environmental benefits, and proper installation techniques.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Selecting the right grout for a project is essential for its success. In this course, we delve into the world of grout, exploring the various types available and their unique characteristics, strengths, and challenges. The course describes the latest innovations in grout that provide superior performance characteristics such as lifelong durability, flexibility, stain and mold resistance, color consistency, and sustainability, while also being easy and safe to install. Additionally, guidance is provided on the essential questions to ask during the selection process, ensuring that every aspect of the project is carefully considered to achieve the desired outcome.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Modern interior spaces often feature open areas and hard surfaces. What should be comfortable rooms in these spaces can become unpleasant from noise and echo or sound reverberation. This course discusses how melamine foam can be used to improve the sound quality in a space. The different options for melamine foam products are discussed along with their installation methods. This course also provides an overview of the sustainability features of sound-absorbing melamine foam.

    Date & Time Location Contact
    Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 12:00 EST (UTC-05:00) Webinar Jean Sebastien Marineau
    Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 12:00 EST (UTC-05:00) Webinar Jean Sebastien Marineau

  • ( ~ 1 hour, 15 minutes ) 

    Undesirable acoustics in educational spaces have long been considered averse to our goals to effectively teach, create, collaborate, listen, and learn. Now, in the wake of implementing pandemic protocols, our acoustic comfort in these spaces is greatly challenged. This course examines the impacts of poor soundscapes in educational facilities and introduces innovative solutions for improving acoustics in these areas while keeping us comfortable and safe from exposure to emerging viruses.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Recent events have emphasized the importance of proper hygiene, especially in public restrooms. Presented here is a discussion on which public restroom surfaces commonly promote the spread of germs and how touch less sink faucets can be used to reduce the proliferation of harmful bacteria. Design professionals will learn about water treatment and filtration options and water system management strategies, and how to apply preventative measures to create hygienic public restrooms that support public safety.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    This course reviews the plumbing codes and standards that govern plumbing fittings and fixtures.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Water is one of our most valuable resources, yet many states suffer water shortages due to preventable problems such as overuse and leakages. This course discusses the increased need for water conservation and examines the requirements in CALGreen and the LEED® v4.1, Green Globes®, and BREEAM In-Use green building rating systems. The EPA’s WaterSense® initiative is also discussed, along with case studies explaining the benefits of concealed toilet systems and their contribution to water conservation.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    The savings that water conservation measures can provide are real and practical and offer enormous untapped potential. One of the best ways to boost conservation really hasn’t been thoroughly utilized, yet it’s right here at our fingertips: faucets. This course provides an overview of commercial faucets, including the evolution of the modern faucet, design and installation considerations, and the faucet’s impact on water conservation and green building programs.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    The potential for scalding from point of use hot water affects all of us. While the very young and the very old are more susceptible, no one is immune from scalding danger. An understanding of the potential for scalding, as well as the physiology of burns from hot water, can guide our design choices and significantly reduce the danger to people using facilities that commonly supply hot water, such as lavatories, baths, and showers. This course discusses the potential for scalding, the physiology of burns due to hot water, and who is most susceptible. It also discusses the relevant codes and the fixtures available to designers that can help reduce scalding and burn potential.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    This course provides an overview of designing safe, functional, and aesthetically pleasing outdoor kitchen and living areas. Selecting outdoor kitchen cabinetry and appliances that meet a client’s needs and budget and address climate concerns can be challenging. The course discusses various types of cabinetry available with a focus on stainless steel as a positive alternative for cabinetry. Included is a synopsis of outdoor kitchen design principles and considerations.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Because deciphering the Americans with Disabilities Act can be complicated, this course takes an in-depth look at the ADA. You will learn and understand the finer points of what the ADA is, what it means, and the history and purpose of the act. Focusing on the “Public Accommodations” title of the act, the course will explore how the ADA affects the plumbing industry and products. The course will take a deeper look at rules and requirements for drinking fountains and sinks and move into ADA-approved plumbing solutions for long-term care facilities and homes for the aging-in-place community.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    This course takes an in-depth look at the latest design considerations for the home. From sustainable choices to new trends, this course touches on many options to consider when building a new home or even making smart updates to an existing home, starting with the home’s core: the kitchen. Choosing a sink for kitchen installation can be overwhelming with the array of choices in today’s marketplace. To facilitate the selection process, this course provides an overview of the different sink materials and sink configurations utilized in residential applications with a focus on how the style, functionality and material durability of the sink should stand up to whatever life dishes out. This course addresses the details of sink material options in order to create innovative designs when including them in the kitchen. Design insights on faucets and countertops as well as the details of integrating and specifying sink systems will be highlighted. This course also looks beyond the kitchen sink by discussing other design considerations such as home drinking water solutions.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Material transparency is a growing initiative in the green and healthy building arena. The course reviews legislation that provides the baseline for healthy and sustainable materials, as well as discusses the limitations of those regulations. This course further explores the predominant green building programs and how material transparency can help achieve certification status from those programs. Attendees will leave this course with an understanding of how to access, analyze and apply material transparency to their projects and how to leverage these initiatives to support a healthier, more sustainable building industry.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the prevention of germs and their spread has become increasingly important and remains a top priority. Public spaces have adopted new measures to address such concerns, implementing solutions designed to help combat the spread of germs. This presentation will discuss how germs spread; how opinions have changed pertaining to shared surfaces; how public spaces are evolving because of the COVID-19 pandemic; and how hands-free products are key to providing hygienic solutions

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Discuss the potential for high-resolution digital artwork in large-scale architectural applications. Explore production options and requirements of various architectural materials. Define how the concept of gigapixel photography addresses resolution and scale challenges. Describe the impact of transparency, reflectivity, and surrounding conditions on architectural glass showcasing gigapixel photography. List several architectural applications using gigapixel photography.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Laminated glass is a favored material for indoor and outdoor projects. Increasingly, photography and other digital images are popular choices for incorporating design elements into the glass. While it can be difficult for designers to source appropriate imagery, new online design tools that use vector graphics solve this problem and provide designers with virtually unlimited choices for including visual imagery in architectural glass. This course looks at how vector graphics are used in architectural design by exploring where, why, and how they are incorporated into a variety of materials, manufacturing processes, and applications. Next, it explains what vector graphics are and how they differ from raster images. The course then examines how vector graphics are used in architectural laminated glass. It ends with project examples.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Rapidly changing trends in our society, such as urbanization and modern lifestyle, have resulted in isolation of humans from our experiences within nature. Early research has shown that psychological effects of biophilic design on noise perception have a significant influence in the well-being and health such as focus, information retention, productivity and creativity. In this course, we will identify these potential problems and the effects of them; as well as outline different corrective actions to mitigate/lessen the issues.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Today's architects and designers have hundreds of choices when it comes to architectural glass for interior and exterior applications. Architects, designers and owners are continually looking for ways to make their buildings stand out and be distinct. Architectural decorative glass continues to lead the way in architectural design. Glass Entrances and facades, glass floors and ceilings, frameless glass walls, glass balustrades for staircases, glass entrances, glass telephone kiosks and bus shelters, shower doors, partitions in sports arena - all these are examples of areas where architectural decorative glass can play a major role without sacrificing performance. This course will examine the use of architectural decorative glass in both interior and exterior applications, addressing how the performance, safety and sustainable design can be incorporated by the choice of decorative glass.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Dual-flush wall-mounted toilets help create modern, stylish bathrooms that strike a balance between sustainable water efficiency, flexible design, and space savings. This course compares this style with other traditional types of toilets, discusses how wall-mounted toilets benefit commercial and residential users, and explains how they satisfy the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other accessibility and building code requirements.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    This course examines construction prefabrication, focusing on prefabricated bathrooms. It explores how designers can identify bathroom products and suppliers that best integrate with building prefabrication to optimize benefits, economies, performance, and quality.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Water is one of our most valuable resources, yet many states suffer water shortages due to preventable problems such as overuse and leakages. This course discusses the increased need for water conservation and examines the requirements in CALGreen and the LEED® v4.1, Green Globes®, and BREEAM In-Use green building rating systems. The EPA’s WaterSense® initiative is also discussed, along with case studies explaining the benefits of concealed toilet systems and their contribution to water conservation.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    With office vacancies rising amid changes in technology and the growth of working from home during the COVID pandemic, the practice of converting office buildings into residential spaces such as apartments, condominiums, and hotels has been embraced by communities and all levels of government as a solution to the housing crisis. This course examines the factors behind these conversions, with emphasis on the use of in-wall toilet systems as a solution to design, economic, and sustainability concerns.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    This covers the different space and FF&E standards required for early learning centers to be in compliance for NAEYC (National Association of Education for Young Children) Accreditation.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), handwashing is one of the best and easiest ways to prevent the spread of germs. However, drying hands is just as important as washing them. This course introduces the reader to the main features of air knife hand dryers and discusses how their technical components, such as high-efficiency particulate (HEPA) filtration, touch-free operation, and fast dry times, contribute to their hygienic performance. In addition, the course will discuss how air knife dryers contribute to overall sustainability by reducing energy usage, carbon emissions, operational costs, and how to select dryers with sustainability in mind. Also included will be a discussion on relevant standards and certifications and how specification of hand dryers can contribute to LEED points and other green building programs.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    “Sustainable” design isn’t just “environmental.” It’s design that works for and contributes to the health and welfare of all individuals as well as the planet, now and in the future. This course looks at hand dryers as part of sustainably designed restrooms and discusses how air knife hand dryers benefit the environment through energy efficiency, resource conservation, and waste reduction, and benefit all members of society by meeting ADA requirements and Universal Design principles.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    The United Nations has set 2030 as the deadline for member nations to achieve the 17 Sustainable Development Goals. The construction industry has set complementary goals, including the AIA 2030 Commitment to reach net zero emissions in the built environment by 2030. This course discusses how circular economy building products are necessary to achieve sustainable design goals and presents the case study of Kohler WasteLAB, a small manufacturing business within Kohler Company that creates beautiful products for the home from waste.

    Date & Time Location Contact
    Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 16:00 EST (UTC-05:00) Ann Sacks Dallas Matthew Collins
    Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 12:30 CST (UTC-06:00) Ann Sacks Austin Matthew Collins

  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Keeping bathrooms and kitchens clean and hygienic is essential to health and well-being but can be challenging in busy family homes. This course introduces some basic principles of home hygiene, provides an overview of the most effective cleaning strategies, and shows how contemporary kitchen and bathroom technology and design innovations can make hygienic cleaning substantially easier. Technologies discussed include touchless activation, intelligent toilets, bidet seats, and antimicrobial surfaces.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Commercial restrooms are used in various settings, from office buildings to hospitals. This course discusses how commercial restroom design can meet the needs of all users through accessibility, universal design, and inclusive design. The public nature of restrooms requires excellent air quality, a trusted level of cleanliness, durability, and water conservation. The importance of fixtures with features including touchless technology, vandalism resistance, and water efficiency is also discussed.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Traditionally, home has been a place for retreat and sanctuary. But as more people work from home, it is increasingly difficult to disengage from work responsibilities and set aside the time needed to refresh ourselves. As our stress levels rise, so does the need for self-care. This course looks at two areas of the home that are ideal for performing self-care and improving our well-being, assisted by investing in luxurious items: the bathroom and the kitchen.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 30 minutes ) 

    A designer must have a deep understanding of their client as an individual, and just as importantly an understanding of the broader, ever-shifting trends in society, culture, design, cuisine, and more. This continuing education unit is designed to help you become the best possible dream maker for your clients.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Traditionally, home has been a place for retreat and sanctuary. But as more people work from home, it is increasingly difficult to disengage from work responsibilities and set aside the time needed to refresh ourselves. As our stress levels rise, so does the need for self-care. This course looks at two areas of the home that are ideal for performing self-care and improving our well-being, assisted by investing in luxurious items: the bathroom and the kitchen.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    From home offices to gyms to entertaining, homes have become multifunctional spaces. The use of smart technology provides innovative options for people to control and manage their homes for comfort and well-being on a daily basis. Smart home technology allows people to customize their homes. This course discusses how smart technology can interconnect household spaces to increase comfort, cleanliness, and well-being. NKBA approved course. This course qualifies for 0.1 CEU.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Manufacturing companies are seeing an increased demand for sustainable products. This course discusses what drives the requests for sustainable products and how to incorporate sustainable choices within each step of the design and construction phases, including understanding what makes a product sustainable, what to look for when specifying a product and manufacturer, and how sustainable choices throughout the phases can have a positive impact on the construction project.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Cultural dynamics have long influenced design trends. As people travel and experience this beautiful and diverse world we live in, culture is finding its way across nations. Culture can refer to traditional things like language, music, food, and more recently, internet trends. This course examines how current dynamics, such as wanderlust, influence culture and impact design. As well, resulting color trends, including nuanced neutrals and blanched pastels, are identified and discussed.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    This course reviews both ADA and universal design guidelines and discusses compelling reasons for recommending universal design in your kitchen and bathroom projects. No longer limited to ADA product and an institutional look, you are empowered to exceed expectations with this new worldview.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Power and charging requirements for hospitality facilities are changing radically and rapidly. This course examines the options for and benefits of supplying power and charging outlets in walls, furniture, headboards, nightstands, public seating, and public gathering spaces, including outdoor areas, as well as the applicable codes for furniture inserted outlets. The course concludes with an overview of the requirements for and benefits of installing occupancy sensors and shut-offs in guest rooms to further meet local electrical code and energy code compliance.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Lighting controls allow homeowners to adjust lamps and light fixtures from anywhere in the home without special wiring or expensive master controllers. Lighting controls can be integrated into a home for single-room, multiroom, whole-house, or automated systems. This course discusses the role of lighting in design and occupant comfort and then outlines how lighting controls can benefit occupant behavior, health, and productivity and the appeal and performance of the home, especially regarding energy efficiency.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Solid surface material is a durable and sustainable solution for custom architectural solutions. Explore the extensive design possibilities of this nonporous, thermoformable material and review key performance characteristics and fabrication guidelines.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Selecting a countertop surface today, whether for a break lounge or a reception desk, means weighing the relative sustainability of the choices while considering whether the material meets the design objectives of the space. This course will help you decide whether quartz surfacing does that. We will review its environmental and human health impacts, performance characteristics, and compare it to other options and guide selection and design.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    This course delves into the types, composition, performance features, and applications of LVF and SPC flooring designed for durable and aesthetically pleasing solutions for commercial and residential applications.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    This course introduces the learner to the benefits and design advantages of porcelain surface material for both indoor and outdoor use in residential and commercial projects. Since it is a relatively new material in the US, we will review its components and manufacture and how they result in a product with exceptional characteristics for human health and durability. We’ll also show and discuss indoor and outdoor applications, the variations available for vertical and horizontal applications, and the many design options. Finally, we’ll help the learner understand what is needed to design with this material and how to work with a fabricator

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    A large portion of new commercial and residential buildings built today are equipped with clear, floor-to-ceiling glass. Does this new expansive area of glass lead to daylight optimization? This course explains the impacts of daylighting on human health and building occupant comfort. Proactive and reactive automated shading systems are discussed, automated shading systems in projects of various scopes and scales are also discussed.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    A large portion of new commercial and residential buildings built today are equipped with clear, floor-to-ceiling glass. Does this new expansive area of glass lead to daylight optimization? This course explains the impacts of daylighting on human health and building occupant comfort. Proactive and reactive automated shading systems are discussed, automated shading systems in projects of various scopes and scales are also discussed.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Our built environment must be optimized to create comfortable and healthier spaces. Shading systems can be used to enhance our spaces by providing optimal daylight and comfort to create an ideal indoor environment. This course reviews the performance, aesthetic, and material health of various shadecloth compositions and how each factor contributes to the shadecloth selection process.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Our built environment must be optimized to create comfortable and healthier spaces. Shading systems can be used to enhance our spaces by providing optimal daylight and comfort to create an ideal indoor environment. This course reviews the performance, aesthetic, and material health of various shadecloth compositions and how each factor contributes to the shadecloth selection process.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    One of the most important concepts behind biophilia is the “urge to affiliate with other forms of life,” (E.O. Wilson). Humans are connected to nature, inspired in nature, and desire to be harmonized with nature. This course discusses the main principles of biophilic design and explains how a connection with nature benefits human well-being, increases classroom performance, and reduces stress. Multiple case studies demonstrating the positive benefits of daylight and views on building occupants are discussed and applications of biophilic design are examined.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Inclusive design is a win-win for customers and businesses. It shows the business supports the assumption that public spaces should be functional for all users no matter their age, health, or abilities. The commitment to inclusivity encompasses promoting and respecting everyone’s right to choose a washroom. This course explores the benefits of inclusive spaces and discusses the sustainable, hygienic, functional, and distinctive design and material options for inclusive public bathrooms.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Precious metals are valued for their beauty, durability, scarcity, and workability. This course explores the history, symbolism, and characteristics of precious metals and how to use them in modern luxury bath and kitchen design.

    Date & Time Location Contact
    Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 11:00 EST (UTC-05:00) Ferguson Bath & Lighting Gallery Lauren Rademacher

  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Modular systems are designed around individual components that can be joined together to configure a seamless and personalized space solution. This course discusses the key design principles and benefits of modular design along with strategies for successfully incorporating modularity into a bathroom design.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    In this webinar you will learn how to identify design principles used to simplify the daily workflow within the kitchen and incorporate these ideas into bathroom design to promote organization and relaxation, resulting in a minimal stress experience. You will also recognize the importance of ergonomic considerations and implement them in a bathroom design that supports wellness by focusing on a healthy lifestyle and by simplifying self-care, summarize how modularity, common in kitchen design, can create a personalized storage solution in the bathroom, providing a streamlined and stress-free styling space, and describe how innovations in storage, lighting, cabinetry, and more can vastly improve the everyday experience in the bathroom by promoting key WELL Building Standard concepts such as Comfort, Light, and Mind.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Light-manipulating materials use internal channels to capture, bend, scatter, and redirect light and create visually stunning spaces. Panels and slabs in resin, glass, and terrazzo create an experiential surface for privacy screens or signage, primary or accent lighting, countertops or flooring—anywhere the interplay of light and shadow is desired for beauty and inspiration. This course describes the different types of light-manipulating materials and substrates as well as the design and installation options for a wide range of dynamic, unique applications.

    Date & Time Location Contact
    Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 12:00 EST (UTC-05:00) Webinar Molly Green

  • ( ~ 1 hour, 30 minutes ) 

    Light-manipulating materials use internal channels to capture, bend, scatter, and redirect light and create visually stunning spaces. Panels and slabs in resin, glass, and terrazzo make an experiential surface for privacy screens or signage, primary or accent lighting, and countertops or flooring—anywhere the interplay of light and shadow is desired for beauty and inspiration. This course describes the different types of light-manipulating materials and substrates, design and installation options, and the contributions of these products to sustainability goals as well as occupant health, well-being, and engagement in a wide range of dynamic, unique applications.

    There may be additional sessions available! See the course details page for more information.

    Date & Time Location Contact
    Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 15:00 EST (UTC-05:00) Webinar Molly Green
    Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 15:00 EST (UTC-05:00) Webinar Molly Green
    Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 15:00 EST (UTC-05:00) Webinar Molly Green
    Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 15:00 EST (UTC-05:00) Webinar Molly Green

  • ( ~ 1 hour, 30 minutes ) 

    Individuals are deeply connected to their surroundings. When surroundings have the ability to inspire and encompass creativity, collaboration, and innovation this connection can foster health and well-being as well as a sense of contentment. By utilizing light-manipulating materials in buildings, experiential spaces will not only promote occupant well-being but will also help projects achieve LEED and WELL credits and environmental stewardship.

    Date & Time Location Contact
    Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 12:00 EST (UTC-05:00) Webinar Molly Green
    Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 12:00 EST (UTC-05:00) Webinar Molly Green

  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    This session will provide an overview of the foundations of sustainability and material health for the purpose of identifying contextual solutions and strategies for designing healthy buildings. Participants will learn how certifications and declarations can help them design healthy buildings. It shouldn't be a battle for the best label, but rather the best products for your building.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Dive into the intersection of design excellence and environmental responsibility with our comprehensive course on TFL decorative panels. Explore the intrinsic value of sustainability in the design world, unravel the complexities of the carbon cycle, and uncover how forests and wood play pivotal roles in carbon sequestration. Discover the versatile applications and climate-positive attributes of TFL panels, empowering you to make informed, eco-conscious choices in your design projects. Join us to elevate your understanding of exceptional design, durability, and sustainability, and contribute to a greener, more resilient future.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.


  • ( ~ 1 hour ) 

    Plongez dans l'intersection de l'excellence en design et de la responsabilité environnementale avec notre cours complet sur les panneaux décoratifs TFL. Explorez la valeur intrinsèque de la durabilité dans le monde du design, démêlez les complexités du cycle du carbone et découvrez comment les forêts et le bois jouent des rôles clés dans la séquestration du carbone. Découvrez les applications polyvalentes et les attributs climatiquement positifs des panneaux TFL, vous permettant de prendre des décisions éclairées et écologiques dans vos projets de design. Rejoignez-nous pour élever votre compréhension du design exceptionnel, de la durabilité et contribuer à un avenir plus vert et résilient.

    There doesn't seem to be any scheduled live events for this course. REQUEST one at a convenient time and location for you.

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