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Natural Beauty: Design with Biophilic Principles to Promote Occupant Well-Being

Natural Beauty: Design with Biophilic Principles to Promote Occupant Well-Being

Humans are connected to nature. Examine the main principles of biophilic design and find out how a connection with nature benefits human well-being and reduces stress.

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Touch-Free, Hygienic, and Sustainable Hand-Drying Solutions for Commercial Restrooms

Touch-Free, Hygienic, and Sustainable Hand-Drying Solutions for Commercial Restrooms

Touch-free air knife hand dryers can dry hands in as little as 10 seconds, reducing the transmission of bacteria. Learn how they contribute to a sustainable restroom environment.

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Conserving Water and Energy: Electric Tankless Hot Water Heaters

Conserving Water and Energy: Electric Tankless Hot Water Heaters

Hot water delivery that addresses energy, environmental, and water shortage concerns.

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Navigating Grout Types for Your Project

Navigating Grout Types for Your Project

Delve into the world of grout, exploring the various types available and their unique characteristics, strengths, and challenges.

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Thermal Bridging: Small Details with a Large Impact

Thermal Bridging: Small Details with a Large Impact

Learn about the two types of thermal bridging and how to calculate their thermal impact on the building envelope, and explore some mitigation concepts and principles.

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Interior and Fashion Design: Working Together to Make Sustainable and Informed Choices

Interior and Fashion Design: Working Together to Make Sustainable and Informed Choices

Interior and fashion design have a natural connection and similar processes. Compare fast and slow production and learn how to evaluate the true environmental cost of a product.

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Impact of Window Treatments on Commercial Daylighting Design

Impact of Window Treatments on Commercial Daylighting Design

Effective daylighting improves visual comfort and decreases energy costs. Learn about daylight factor calculations and the impact fabric characteristics have on a shading solution.

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Sectional Door Systems & the Importance of  Thermal Performance

Sectional Door Systems & the Importance of Thermal Performance

A thermally efficient garage is essential for the energy efficiency of the home or building. Learn about the considerations for the sustainable design of sectional garage doors

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Contrast Therapy Design: Saunas, Steam Rooms, and Cold Rooms

Contrast Therapy Design: Saunas, Steam Rooms, and Cold Rooms

Contrast therapy is popular, but poor thermal environment construction can create major health risks. Discover design solutions that keep saunas, steam rooms, and cold rooms safe.

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12 Ways to Recover an Existing Sloped Roof Using a Standing Seam Roof System

12 Ways to Recover an Existing Sloped Roof Using a Standing Seam Roof System

There are many reasons to use metal to recover an existing sloped roof rather than alternative materials. Learn about the benefits of metal roofs and their installation methods.

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Advantages of Precast Terrazzo

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Advantages of Precast Terrazzo

Terrazzo is known for its versatility and durability. This course outlines the advantages of precast, cementitious, and epoxy Terrazzo and the different installation requirements.

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 Wausau Tile Inc.

Insulated Metal Panels: The Perfect Envelope Solution

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Insulated Metal Panels: The Perfect Envelope Solution

Insulated metal panels (IMPs) create the perfect envelope solution. Explore the use of IMPs to provide the building envelope's exterior finish and the air, vapor, water, and thermal barriers.

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 Metl-Span, a Nucor company

Design for Success – Polyiso Continuous Insulation Solutions for Commercial Building Envelopes

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Design for Success – Polyiso Continuous Insulation Solutions for Commercial Building Envelopes

An introduction to the key benefits and attributes of polyiso continuous insulation products used for above grade wall assemblies as well as below grade applications.

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 PIMA - Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association

Sustainable Waterproof Cabinetry: From the Patio to the Lab

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Sustainable Waterproof Cabinetry: From the Patio to the Lab

Outdoor cabinets made of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) meet key requirements to ensure a long-term, successful installation. Discover their features, applications, and design options.

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 Werever Outdoor Cabinets

Low Impact Development & Permeable Pavers

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Low Impact Development & Permeable Pavers

Low Impact Development (LID) has several advantages over traditional stormwater management. Discover how plastic permeable grid paver systems support LID goals and principles.

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 TRUEGRID Pavers

Thermoplastic Technology in Architectural Railing Systems

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Thermoplastic Technology in Architectural Railing Systems

Gain expertise in Structural Thermoplastics within the railing industry! Learn how to properly specify these materials for optimal performance and design.

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 AVCON Manufacturing

Retrofit Anchoring of Masonry and Stone Façades

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Retrofit Anchoring of Masonry and Stone Façades

Explore how to identify unstable façades, how retrofit anchors can repair instabilities, the different types of anchors available, and how to determine the proper repair procedure.

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 PROSOCO

Creating Custom Curves: Adding Interest to Architectural Designs

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Creating Custom Curves: Adding Interest to Architectural Designs

Discover innovative techniques for incorporating curved elements into architectural designs, including traditional framing methods in wood and steel, as well as modern flexible track systems. Explore various options for wall coverings and trims that enhance these unique surfaces, adding depth and interest to your projects.

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 Flex-Ability Concepts

Pitfalls and Challenges of NFPA 285 Engineering Analysis

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Pitfalls and Challenges of NFPA 285 Engineering Analysis

Engineering analysis is a necessary tool to provide fire protection and safety for buildings. This course discusses the opportunities and limitations during the analysis process.

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 DuPont Performance Building Solutions

Residential Elevators: Safety, Comfort, and Convenience

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Residential Elevators: Safety, Comfort, and Convenience

Residential elevators offer safety, comfort, and convenience to aging homeowners. Explore design options, installation requirements, and code considerations in this course.

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 Residential Elevators, Inc.

Building Your Vision with Architectural Precast Concrete

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Building Your Vision with Architectural Precast Concrete

Architectural precast concrete products are versatile, sustainable, affordable, and resilient. Examine their unique features and the advantages of building with them.

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 Architectural Precast Association

Commercial Rolling Service Doors: Options and Applications

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Commercial Rolling Service Doors: Options and Applications

Commercial rolling service doors are ideal for jobs that need a high-performing door designed for long life and superior strength. Explore the wide variety of options available.

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 Wayne Dalton

Indoor & Outdoor Gas & Electric Fireplaces: Safety, Efficiency, & Design Considerations

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Indoor & Outdoor Gas & Electric Fireplaces: Safety, Efficiency, & Design Considerations

Warm up to modern, linear direct vent gas fireplaces and electric fireplaces and explore their functions, aesthetics, applications, and innovative technologies.

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 Travis Industries, Inc.

Turn on the Daylight: Automated Shading for Human Health + Building Performance

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Turn on the Daylight: Automated Shading for Human Health + Building Performance

Turn on the Daylight! Examine the concepts of circadian rhythm, biophilia, and alliesthesia and learn why daylight is imperative in good building design.

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 Mecho

8 Levels of Bullet Resistant Material Explained

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8 Levels of Bullet Resistant Material Explained

AEC professionals must assess the appropriate protection level for buildings investing in security, like bullet-resistant barriers, based on surroundings, industry, and client needs while maximizing investment.

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 Total Security Solutions

Intelligent Daylight Design for Glazing Systems

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Intelligent Daylight Design for Glazing Systems

How many ways can daylight be introduced into buildings? Here's a comprehensive survey of all your options, from atriums to curtain walls and greenhouses to sliding glass walls.

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 Manifest Collective by Fortune Brands Innovations

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