One of the most popular design trends today is the use of daylighting to support wellness, boost productivity, and offset energy use. What’s more, maximizing the use of natural light in a space also speaks to the modern design language that the latest architectural buildings boast today. This CEU will seek to educate specifiers on the importance of daylighting and how to incorporate best practices that maximize its benefit.

Most designers are aware that many room types require acoustic treatment. Some are aware of acoustic terms such as NRC. This presentation will take that knowledge to the next level. Learn about the strengths and weaknesses of room acoustics design standards with this overview of theory and design methodology. A special emphasis is placed on performance-oriented designs. Strategies for different project types will be presented.

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Join us for a practical look into the process of creating custom cabanas. We'll walk you through the straightforward three-step journey: starting with the design, moving on to manufacturing, and concluding with assembly. This presentation offers a clear understanding of how each phase seamlessly connects to the next. Whether you're working on a hospitality project or a multi-family development, you'll find valuable insights to enhance your approach to design and construction. Learn best practices and efficient methods with this informative session.

The fireplace has always been a focal point in any home, providing warmth and a place for friends and family to gather. Today’s wood-burning fireplaces, inserts, and stoves have become increasingly efficient and clean burning. This course examines using wood as a fuel source and discusses the many characteristics that can affect heat production, efficiency, and burn time. New burning technologies that meet EPA certification requirements for released particulate matter are summarized, as are design and installation specifications.

This presentation will provide an overview of the benefits of vegetative roofing, discuss market drivers, design and installation methods, and maintenance considerations.

This course explores options that architects and designers have when choosing products that accurately support and fuel their passion for possibilities while maintaining the health, safety, and welfare of the clients needs. Definition for PCRs, LCAs, and EPDs are discussed and various case studies are examined.

An introduction to designers using BIM tools for temporary barriers design improving design efficiency for construction phasing during project design stages. Avoid downtime with fast and easy-to-design barricades on renovation and newbuild projects.

The presentation will focus on the role of intelligent healthcare infrastructure to create sustainable healthcare environments. It will cover sustainability as a concept and examine healthcare in that context to explain why it has come to be such a carbon heavy and unsustainable industry. It will explore how integrating advanced building controls and technology can improve the efficiency, sustainability, and functionality of healthcare facilities. The session will discuss the practical benefits of these intelligent systems, including their contribution to environmental sustainability, improved patient care, operational efficiency and employee well-being. Through real-world case studies and an exploration of future trends, this presentation aims to provide a clear understanding of the intersection between technology and sustainability in modern healthcare settings. It seeks to leave attendees with valuable insights and the encouragement to adopt and promote sustainable practices in the development and management of healthcare environments.

This course is designed to help you consider what it takes to design restrooms that are sustainable and safe, without breaking the bank.

In this presentation discover Chatfield Clarke’s tackboard panel line ideal for k-12 environments. Learn how our panels are easy to install, easy to clean, and easy to replace.

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.

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.

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.

In this course we discuss the simplicity of incorporating modern fireplaces within your projects, the features that set them apart, and how simple design can help you create undeniable experiences for your clients.

A discussion about the use, protection and viability of Shutters in the 21st century from design to storm protection to future of design.

Reducing noise between occupied spaces isn’t just needed for occupant comfort and productivity, it is sometimes required by building code. This presentation is an overview of noise control principals, construction composites, and design methodology for ceilings, floors, and partitions. A special emphasis is placed on performance-oriented designs requiring third party consultants.

The planet is currently in a water scarcity crisis which is significantly affected by toilet water usage. This course examines the current plumbing codes, standards, and regulations that address toilet water usage, the need for, and benefits of, going beyond current standards as well as the goals of a variety of beyond the code voluntary standards and rating systems. It explains the various types of low and ultra-low flow toilets, their pros and cons, and their selection criteria. It concludes with a sampling of successful cost and water-saving installations.

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.

Ensuring accessibility for people with every type of physical ability is fundamental. It is important to have a complete understanding of the intent of ADA codes in restrooms and locker rooms that address issues like circulation path, maneuverability, clear floor space, reach ranges, mirror mounting height, and even door swings among others. Careful consideration of product choice and placement will create a safe, and more usable space for everyone.

Discuss IRC Egress Code and the possible Product choices, attributes and Factors which could effect performance Review the installation process, Egress window well design trends

Today—as climate change, population growth, and record droughts present an unprecedented strain on our water supply—conservation technology is building awareness to the importance of having the most water efficient fixtures in a home or business. This course recognizes the flush toilet as one of the biggest users of water and discusses how toilet design is pushing flush technology to develop ways for homes and commercial buildings to conserve water without sacrificing the performance of the toilet. Industry testing protocols and the water-saving capabilities of different technologies are evaluated.

This ANSI/CSA/UL safety-certified classification of fireplace preserves the indoor air quality while all the exhaust gases are vented outdoors. The requirement for qualified installation and service is emphasized throughout the presentation. Terms and definitions found in the installation manuals are discussed to ensure all clearances, codes, and requirements are understood. Always instruct new owners on the safe handling and operation of the appliance, for everyday use and in case of an emergency (including the location of the gas shut-off). We will define different models and sizes of traditional heated rated & custom decorative rated gas fireplaces.

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.

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.

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.