Reducing Operational Carbon – Using window and door specification to build for efficiency
In this course, architects will learn about innovations in windows and doors systems in order to design, build, and construct homes that meet the new 7-star energy-efficiency provisions. The course will cover vital elements such as climate zones, U Values ad solar heat gain coefficients, enabling architects to specify the right windows and doors to maximise natural light and the views.
-AWS
Indoor Air Quality IAQ for Healthy Buildings
This course provides architects important knowledge about the benefits of improving indoor air quality to design buildings with their occupants’ wellbeing in mind. This CPD will cover the numerous sources of indoor pollution with the latest international data and research and what solutions are available to plan, design and specifying materials that are ecofriendly and sustainable for greener buildings.
-Wellness Surfaces
Design Considerations for Education Ceilings
This course provides a thorough understanding of the unique requirements and considerations necessary for ceiling systems in educational institutions. It covers the vital components of designing, choosing, and installing ceiling systems that address the specific needs of educational settings, ensuring they contribute to a conducive learning atmosphere and adhere to educational facility standards.
-Armstrong Ceilings
Design Considerations for Healthcare Ceilings
This course offers comprehensive insights into the specific requirements and considerations for ceiling systems in healthcare buildings. It delves into the critical aspects of designing, selecting, and implementing ceiling systems that meet the unique demands of healthcare environments.
-Armstrong Ceilings
Introduction to Interior Acoustics
This course equips architects with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to incorporate effective acoustic design principles into their projects. By prioritizing acoustic considerations from the early stages of design, architects can create buildings that not only delight the senses but also promote comfort, productivity, and well-being for occupants.
-Armstrong Ceilings
Specifying Performance Metal Ceilings
Our CPD course provides valuable insights into the benefits, best practices, and advantages of specifying performance metal ceilings from assessing different materials, learning the sustainable benefits to mastering the selection of perforation size, pattern and finish.
– SAS International
Luxury Vinyl Tile Floorcovering
This session, hosted by Karndean Designflooring, provides comprehensive insights into Luxury Vinyl Tiles (LVT), catering to architects, designers, and trade professionals. LVT, with its diverse style range, combines aesthetics with functionality. Its exceptional durability, water resistance, and ease of cleaning make it ideal for high-traffic commercial spaces. Easy installation, acoustic properties, and resistance to scratches and stains ensure LVT’s relevance as a versatile flooring solution, offering both beauty and practicality.
-Karndean DesignFlooring
Specifying Fibre Cement in Residential & Commercial Buildings
The Specifying Fibre Cement for Residential & Commercial Buildings CPD discusses how to specify and the use of fibre cement in interior and exterior applications. Additionally, learning how Fibre Cement is used in wall systems to meet the NCC requirements and how different architectural outcomes are achieved.
– BGC Fibre Cement
Combustibility of Building Materials
This CPD presentation discusses fire rating and combustibility of internal lining and external façade products. It is crucial to ensure all relevant building codes are met in the interests of the occupants of buildings.
– BGC Fibre Cement / Plasterboard
Specifying Plasterboard for Residential & Commercial Buildings
The Specifying Plasterboard for Residential & Commercial Buildings CPD discusses in depth plasterboard’s evolution to meet aesthetic, financial, and technical needs. The presentation navigates the complex requirements for partitions and linings, considering building types and technical support.
– BGC Plasterboard