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provides an overview of the design capabilities and possibilities of folding doors that transform and enhance open spaces while balancing energy efficiency and fresh air ventilation, in residential and commercial applications.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS COURSE LaCantina Doors range of products provide a solution for every application, in all climates, residential or commercial. Our door systems feature thermal breaks, multi-point concealed locking, high performance glass and virtually unlimited color matching. LaCantina Doors are available in all aluminum, aluminum wood, clad and wood. They feature our signature narrow stile and rail allowing for more light with an elegant and streamlined appearance that will enhance both traditional and contemporary architecture. For more information visit www.lacantinadoors.com.

provides an overview of the characteristics of limestone and sandstone and the common tests for stone durability, as well as discussions on the stone selection and fabrication processes.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS COURSE Old World Stone is a custom fabricator of dimensional cut limestone and sandstone for historic restoration and new construction. The fabrication plant includes 60,000 square feet of production space on 7 acres of land. We stockpile quarry blocks from North American and European sources. Our production equipment includes the latest in high-tech Italian cutting, profiling, and turning equipment. Our team of highly skilled banker masons executes traditional stone cutting, carving and sculpting. Our customers include landmark commercial, institutional, ecclesiastical, and high-end residential buildings and monuments. Our comprehensive services include site surveys, budget pricing, specification and details drawing consultation, estimating, field dimensioning, templating, shop drawings, fabrication and delivery. We look forward to working with you on your next stone project. For more information visit http://redirect.aecdaily.com/s18122/www.oldworldstone.com.

provides an overview of the design and construction requirements for wine storage, including climate control.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS COURSE Wine Cellar Innovations is the world's foremost designer and manufacturer of custom wine cellars, wine racks, and wine storage solutions. We dedicate our business to providing complete wine room and wine cellar solutions. Multiple facets of the company include specialized services such as climate room construction consultations, design, interior décor, as well as factory direct installation. We also host our own on site engineering, manufacturing, and HVAC refrigeration development. An entire line of DIY, wood wine rack kits are also available for those aspiring wine enthusiasts who are not quite ready or wish to dedicate an entire room build out to wine storage. These economical kits are offered in a variety of wood types and stain options, and can be configured to rival most custom applications. Wine Cellar Innovations is also the leading supplier of commercial wine storage and wine display racking, providing an additional dedicated line of products for each the Retail and Restaurant and Hospitality sectors. For more information visit http://redirect.aecdaily.com/s18122/www.winecellarinnovations.com.

Take A Virtual Tour of USGBC’s LEED Platinum Headquarters The U.S. Green Building Council Education Department announced an innovative virtual tour of their headquarters. The renovation of USGBC’s offices was certified as LEED® Platinum and touring the space was already very popular with visitors. By going virtual with the tour, USGBC is meeting its mandate of promoting sustainable development and reaching a much broader audience. “We are developing a model that we hope to expand well beyond this initial pilot project” said Thom Lowther, Vice-President Education of USGBC. “Our vision is to create virtual tours of sustainable projects around the world and therefore making them easily accessible to design professionals at their desktop.” The resulting presentation is a three-dimensional model with embedded complimentary courses, videos, audio podcasts, 3D models of building products and materials, and text. Click on the links below to take the virtual tour and complimentary courses.

Virtual Tour of USGBC’s LEED Platinum Headquarters Modeled after live tours of the U.S. Green Building Council Headquarters, this online course illustrates how the integrative design process optimizes energy efficiency and occupant comfort. This virtual tour explores a three-dimensional model featuring green products, as well as videos, images, audio content, and text that link to other online resources. READ MORE... Next Generation Green Restroom Design      Provides an overview of the newest technologies in high efficiency plumbing products and fixtures for sustainable restroom design including practical, economical and environmental benefits of high speed energy efficient hand dryers, water use and trends, how to choose water saving products and an explanation of how these products apply to new, best practice green building. READ MORE... NSF/ANSI 140 Sustainability Assessment for Carpet Standard An overview of sustainability issues relating to carpet and the NSF/ANSI 140 Standard, the first ANSI approved, multi-attribute Sustainability Assessment for Carpet Standard provides a quick and easy method to identify carpet certified to reduce environmental impact. READ MORE... Gypsum Board: Beyond Recycled Content Provides an overview of the characteristics of gypsum board that allow it to contribute to sustainably designed buildings, a look at methods for ensuring continued healthy indoor air and eliminating waste. READ MORE... High Performing Interiors for High Performance Buildings Provides an overview of climate change and the sustainability movement, building material selection and material attributes and operational energy. READ MORE... Going for Gold: A Case Study of Recycled Glass and Concrete Surfaces with Cradle to Cradle Certification Provides an overview of the levels and criteria of Cradle To Cradle® Certification. Additionally demonstrates how C2C® Certification criteria at the Gold level was met by the manufacturer of durable surfaces made of recycled glass and cement. READ MORE... Sustainable High Pressure Decorative Laminate Provides an overview of the performance characteristics, fabrication techniques, and manufacturing processes of High Pressure Decorative Laminate (HPDL) which make it a sustainable decorative surfacing solution for commercial and residential applications. READ MORE...