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New Courses Featured This Month |
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Concrete That Cleans Itself and the Environment
Provides an overview of photocatalytic technology in concrete and the benefits this technology offers in accelerating the self-cleaning and pollution abatement properties of concrete, while maintaining the same mechanical and physical properties of traditional concrete. Current environmental issues, factors that influence building performance, and field test and case studies are presented.
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Contributing to Sustainable Design with Solid Surfaces & Engineered Quartz Surfaces
Provides an overview of the impact of buildings on the environment, along with the key drivers of sustainable practices, as well as the role of solid surfaces and engineered quartz in today’s green markets. The course also outlines various green rating systems and guidelines, including the U.S. Green Building Council LEED® program and how solid surfaces and engineered quartz may contribute to obtaining LEED points.
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Sustainable Bath & Kitchen Design
Provides an overview of the importance of water conservation, the components of a green building, methods to improve the water and energy efficiency of the average home, as well as discussions on green product selection and related certification programs.
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Marketing Tips |
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Marketing Tips Provided by Architect Profits
Tip #9 - You Are The Authority
This is an easy topic to understand for architects: all future clients want to work with the best of the best architect since they are going to invest a great deal of money. On the other end, very few architects are comfortable thinking of themselves as an authority in their field. In your clients’ perspective, you are the authority since you are the professional, not them. If you don’t believe in this, there is no way anybody else will. You will have an easier time at getting the clients you want to work with if you believe that you are an authority for them.
Tools to use: The concept here is not to scream that you are the best of the best: leave this to all the “star-chitects” out there - the real ones and the “I want to be” ones. Of course, what comes to mind first is to use any publication of your work in any magazine or any awards you have received for your work. However, it should not be limited to this type of sign of authority. What you need to do is to convey to your potential clients the area of expertise that you have for them. For example, this can be the speed of project delivery if you do retail, or best detail level if you do historic residential preservation. Be strong and clear at showing that you are the authority for them, as opposed to your peers.
Architect Profits currently sponsors an online education course on the AEC Daily website. Learn more... |
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AEC Daily Bulletin - July 2010 |
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Events + Conferences |
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FREE ADMISSION TO MARMOMACC IN VERONA, ITALY
(WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 – SATURDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2010)
MARMOMACC, the leading international stone industry trade show, is offering free admission to trade visitors who pre-register online. By pre-registering before September 23rd visitors will be able to print your own entry badge, thereby saving over $40.
Visit www.marmomacc.com/freebadge2010 to register for a free four-day pass (one entry per day). When registering you will be prompted to insert an ID Code and a Control Code. Please use the following codes:
ID Code: 201003
Control Code: 292830
You will receive a confirmation e-mail that will allow you to print your pass. Just bring this printout to Marmomacc to avoid long lines at the entrance to the show.
There is a limit of a single registration per valid e-mail address provided. |
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AIA Continuing Education Seminars |
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PRODUCT APPLICATIONS AND SUSTAINABLE BUILDING TECHNOLOGIES - Montrose
August 24, 2010 - 7.5 AIA CES Learning Unit (LU) credits
For more information click here.
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PRODUCT APPLICATIONS AND SUSTAINABLE BUILDING TECHNOLOGIES - Glenwood Springs
August 26, 2010 - 7.5 AIA CES Learning Unit (LU) credits
For more information click here.
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GREEN BUILDING SOLUTIONS - Albany
September 16, 2010 - 6 AIA LEARNING UNIT CREDITS (HSW/SD) and 3 USGBC GBCI CE CREDITS
For more information click here.
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July 20: Early Registration Deadline Fall CDT and Advanced Certification Exams
Registration is now open for the fall CDT and advanced certification exams (CCS, CCCA, CCPR) September 20-25, 2010. The early registration deadline is July 20, 2010, and the final registration deadline is August 20, 2010. Learn more, or register now.
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Sept. 21: Webinar
Guide Specifications: A Marketing Tool for Manufacturers and Sales Reps
Building product manufacturers often provide guide specs to specifiers for use as starting points in the writing of project specifications. A simple guide spec is a useful tool, but much more can be accomplished when a manufacturer understands the guide spec’s potential. A well-crafted guide spec, employing CSI’s principles of specifying, can educate the design professional, hold the keys to successful installation, and build trust between the manufacturer and the design team. This course, led by two experienced specifiers with expertise in guide specification writing, will help suppliers identify whether a guide spec would be a valuable addition to the product literature. The course will offer insight into preparing documents that will be valuable to design professionals, contractors, and customers. Learn more or register.
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CONSTRUCT2011 Call for Topics is Open!
CONSTRUCT is committed to promoting a comprehensive education program for construction and design professionals, including the people they serve, the environment, emerging technology and the economic impact to businesses. CONSTRUCT is now accepting submissions for the 2011 education program, which has the theme, "Progressive Thinking. Practical Solutions." Sept. 6 is the deadline for submissions. Learn more.
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