Credit: 1 AIA LU Sponsored by: Autodesk Achieving zero carbon emissions in the built environment is a formidable challenge. However, architects possess the power to reduce this impact significantly. The most critical decisions influencing a building’s carbon footprint—such as its form and primary materials—are made during the early design stages, often before sustainability experts become […]
The purpose of this webinar is to educate manufacturers, architects/ specifiers, as well as authorities having jurisdiction and the building inspection community, about the differences between rainscreen systems, and how they are tested within a laboratory environment. This webinar is designed to provide participants an overview of the AAMA 508 and AAMA 509 standards, with […]
Credit: 1 AIA LU HSW Sponsored by: Bison Rooftop decks create valuable living and recreational space for building owners, residents, and clients. Accommodating restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, and everything from residential to government buildings, rooftop deck systems offer the design flexibility to create versatile, unique outdoor spaces over any structural surface. This course explores the […]
Credit: 1 AIA HSW LU Sponsored by: Aluminum Extruders Council For well over a decade, architects, developers and builders have been focused on reducing the carbon footprint of their projects. Through a combination of site-generated energy, highly energy-efficient building systems, and creative design, net-zero buildings have become not only feasible but also practical. But net-zero […]
Credit: 1 AIA HSW LU Sponsored by: Dupont This course aims to review various hybridized sheathing solutions and show how the integration of advanced technology has improved performance, capability, and sustainability of SIS. This presentation introduces architects and designers to the many benefits of Structural Insulated Sheathing. In addition to providing structural strength, continuous insulation […]
Credit: 1 AIA HSW LU Sponsored by: Duradek Provides an overview of walkable, waterproof roof deck membranes and roofing systems, including a discussion of the key principles of deck design, design considerations, and how to install and specify roof deck membrane systems. This program will be extremely beneficial to architects, specifiers, and contractors involved in […]
Credit: 1 AIA LU Sponsored by: BQE Software Ready to master the art of estimating fees and gain profound insights into their impact on your bottom line? Join Douglas Teiger, FAIA, on a journey that begins at the very inception of a project—when that initial request for a proposal lands on your desk or in […]
Credit: 1 AIA LU Sponsored by: D5 Render Architectural design often involves navigating complex client requirements, high communication costs, and intricate project management. However, the advent of AI presents new opportunities to address these challenges more effectively. Andy Christoforou, Applied Research Project Innovation Manager at KPF, will share his insights on overcoming these design challenges […]
Radon gas is the number 2 cause of lung cancer in North America behind smoking and is prevalent in the vast majority of homes at some level. Local codes are now demanding radon gas testing and mandating the inclusion of some form of radon mitigation strategy in all residential new construction. Home sellers are now […]
Credit: 1 AIA LU Sponsored by: Covetool Shifting energy codes are challenging architects with a wide array of parameters to balance like energy, cost, daylight, views, and embodied carbon. Hiring a consultant for every kind of analysis is a burden on fees. Many architects are harnessing simulation to shape the design and details of their […]