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  • Specifiers Guide to Artificial Intelligence

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    Credit: 1 AIA LU Sponsored by: Deltek In this webinar you’ll learn how artificial intelligence (AI) can transform your specification process. We’ll cover the basics of AI and show you tools that boost accuracy and efficiency in managing project specs. Discover best practices for integrating AI into your workflows to achieve better results. Plus, see […]

  • Embodied Carbon Update - Emerging Tools & Strategies

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    Credit: 1 AIA LU Sponsored by: Vectorworks While reducing the operational carbon impacts of structures is important, focus has turned to the impacts of material choices and construction itself – the embodied carbon of a building from extraction, processing, and assembly of materials. This is especially important given progress towards lower carbon intensity of our […]

  • Decorative Concrete as a Design Solution

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    Credit: 1 AIA LU Sponsored by: Trueform Concrete This course offers an overview of how GFRC can be used for decorative purposes – highlighting what it is, how it’s made, what its benefits are, and how it can address numerous functional and aesthetic challenges in the built space arena. Learning Objectives An explanation of what […]

  • Achieving Sustainable Performance for Decades with Coil and Extrusion Coatings

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    Credit: 1 AIA LU Sponsored by: Sherwin Williams This course explores how to use coil and extrusion coatings in the built environment, and how innovative coatings contribute to sustainability initiatives. Learning Objectives Understand the advantages of using coil and extrusion coatings for metal building products. Explore how solar reflective coatings decrease energy costs and offset […]

  • Transforming Construction Specs: 5 Game-Changing Strategies

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    Credit: 1 AIA LU Sponsored by: Deltek In today’s architecture and engineering (A&E) industry, labor scarcity and cost pressures are driving firms to maximize efficiency. The time-consuming process of developing construction specifications can lead to wasted resources and lost revenue if not managed effectively. However, innovative technologies are transforming how A&E firms approach this challenge. […]

  • Benchmarking: The Secret Weapon of High Performing Architecture Firms

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    Credit: 1 AIA LU Sponsored by: BQE Software Many architecture firms make decisions based on intuition rather than data-driven insights, often overlooking critical performance metrics. Leveraging data from over 1,500 architecture and engineering firms, BQE has compiled a comprehensive report on industry best practices for key performance indicators (KPIs) that all firms should be monitoring. […]

  • Fundamentals of Glass Railing System Design

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    Credit: 1 AIA HSW LU Sponsored by: CRL Glass railing systems can enhance the aesthetics, function, and safety of buildings. There are several types available such as base shoe systems, post railings, standoff systems, and windscreens. This course covers important considerations when selecting glass railings including best practices in design, component selection, and installation. It […]

  • The Past, Present, and Future of Daylighting in Design

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    Credit: 1 AIA HSW LU Sponsored by: Hunter Douglas Architectural From ancient Roman baths to today’s cutting-edge buildings, daylighting has played a significant role in architecture. This course delves into the rich history of daylighting, uncovers the benefits and challenges of natural light across various sectors, highlights the pivotal role of solar control products in […]

  • Design Smarter: Carbon Analysis in Early-Stage Design

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    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 […]

  • Navigating Modern Architectural Challenges: Leveraging AI Tool for Enhanced Design Solutions

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    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 […]