Creating Custom Curves: Adding Interest to Architectural Designs

Curved elements, such as walls, ceilings, columns, and arches, have often been used to add interest to architectural designs. This course outlines conventional methods of framing curves in wood and steel, as well as new methods of framing using flexible track systems. Discussions include options for wall coverings and trims for curved surfaces.

Upon completion of this course, the Learner should be able to:

• Explain and compare and the conventional methods and new methods of framing curves with respect to aesthetics and costs of the resulting walls.
• Describe the design of and safe and proper construction of curved walls using flexible framing systems.
• List the types of flexible framing systems available and be able to identify the appropriate framing techniques based on aesthetics, curve radius and strength among other qualifiers.
• Identify associated materials for finishing a curved wall.

Approximately 1 hour. Delivered online, at your own pace.

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