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https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s14798/www.aecdaily.com/course/1212437
Release Date: March 20, 2026
Wood is not only visually appealing; it plays a vital role in shaping acoustics. This course examines the acoustic properties of wood and its applications in wood-based architectural solutions, focusing on how acoustic wood products can help control noise in commercial and residential environments. Also reviewed is how these products support sustainable design objectives, including their role in meeting the criteria of the LEED® v5 Building Design and Construction and Interior Design and Construction rating systems, as well as the WELL Building Standard™ v2. The presentation features design strategies and case studies that illustrate the effectiveness of acoustic wood products in achieving superior performance.
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https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1200670/www.aecdaily.com/course/1212076
Release Date: March 19, 2026
The versatility of polyurethane products is becoming more evident in more trim elements that were traditionally made of wood or stone. This transition of the millwork products, both interior and exterior to urethane-based products is evident in both residential and commercial structures. Known for its consistent detail quality as well as its ease of installation, polyurethane has become a dependable and aesthetic trim material. This course will review the history of polyurethane products, discuss performance properties, examine product types, and explore project solutions and examine its use within the building construction industry.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s753467/www.aecdaily.com/course/1212018
Leading aluminum extrusion manufacturers have established a variety of methods pertaining to material grade, surface protection, and component solutions to maximize the benefits of aluminum to suit a wide variety of applications. These advancements in technology have led to the development of sustainable wood-patterned aluminum products designed for exterior and interior applications. This course focuses on how these products can be used as a beautiful, high-performance, durable alternative for real wood in a range of applications, including screens, facades, decking, fencing, gates, cladding, and more.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1023137/www.aecdaily.com/course/1211778
Release Date: March 17, 2026
Profitability in an architecture or engineering firm is shaped less by big strategic moves and more by everyday operational decisions. How teams are staffed. How work is priced. How projects are managed once they are underway. In this session, we’ll break down the core microeconomic drivers of firm performance, including utilization, realization, and multiplier, and show how they work together to influence margins. You’ll explore staffing leverage and labor mix, examine the true cost of scope creep, and see how small shifts in execution can quietly erode or significantly improve profitability. Attendees will leave with a clearer, more practical understanding of where profits are actually made inside a firm—and how to adjust operations to improve performance without adding complexity.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1023137/www.aecdaily.com/course/1211777
In today’s competitive A/E landscape, firms need more than intuition to navigate decisions with confidence. Data should be a strategic asset, not a burden. In this session, Enoch Sears, founder of Business of Architecture and host of the top-rated Business of Architecture podcast, will join us to explore how architecture and engineering firm leaders can unlock the power of business intelligence to make better decisions, improve performance, and build stronger firms. Enoch has spent more than a decade helping firm owners build practices that deliver freedom, fulfillment, and financial reward, teaching them to work on their business instead of in it. In this conversation, he’ll share practical strategies for turning real-time data into actionable insight, elevating leadership visibility, and avoiding common pitfalls that trap firms in reactive management. We’ll also connect these lessons to a new era of data visualization and analytics with the introduction of Insight Boards—your firm’s next step toward clear, automated dashboards that turn information into intelligence. Leaders who attend will walk away with a roadmap for using data to inform choices, strengthen accountability, and accelerate firm performance without adding complexity.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s18257/www.aecdaily.com/course/1211759
This course examines why Fiber-Reinforced Plastic (FRP) is a superior alternative to traditional materials in demanding environments. Participants will explore FRP’s core advantages, including corrosion resistance, electrical non-conductivity, and a 70% weight reduction compared to steel. The session demonstrates how these properties enhance project design, accelerate installation, and solve complex engineering challenges across multiple industries.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s18257/www.aecdaily.com/course/1211758
The critical role of data centers in our digitally interconnected world cannot be overstated. Designing and constructing these facilities requires a unique set of skills to ensure security, reliability, efficiency, scalability, and sustainability. This course is specifically focused on exploring the exterior design requirements of data centers and examining how fiber reinforced plastic (FRP) products can significantly contribute to more efficient facility construction, seamless maintenance, and long-term operational savings.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s420795/www.aecdaily.com/course/1211460
Release Date: March 13, 2026
Acoustic comfort is a critical yet often overlooked aspect of high-performing buildings. This course equips architects and designers with the knowledge to design and specify interior wall and ceiling assemblies that deliver effective sound control, occupant comfort, and environmental performance. Participants will examine how fiberglass, mineral wool, and recycled denim batt insulation materials influence STC and NRC ratings, explore how to integrate these materials into resilient wall and ceiling assemblies, and learn how to balance cost, constructability, and sustainability goals. The session concludes with practical installation guidance and an introduction to modeling tools that help validate design performance in real-world applications.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1063182/www.aecdaily.com/course/1211458
As more purpose-built spaces for mental and behavioral health treatment emerge – whether in one building offering a continuum of care services or in a standalone facility – pediatric environments offer inspiration and insight for behavioral health design best practices. Family engagement, therapeutic spaces, tech-enabled amenities, and specific support for acute mental health crises are factors driving design decisions and gaining recognition for their positive impact. This presentation will explore three pediatric behavioral health spaces and the design decisions that are making a difference.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1063182/www.aecdaily.com/course/1211456
Healthcare facilities are increasingly caring for patients with behavioral health needs outside of dedicated psychiatric units. As demand rises and resources remain limited, organizations are implementing behavioral “safer” rooms in emergency departments, medical-surgical units, outpatient settings, and public areas. This session explores emerging trends and practical strategies for integrating behavioral safety into non-behavioral environments. Participants will learn how the built environment can support operational protocols, reduce risk of self-harm and staff injury, and improve patient dignity during crisis. The presentation will address safety risk assessments, the gray areas within codes and guidelines, and the challenges of balancing behavioral safety, vandal resistance, and ADA requirements. Real-world planning considerations—including location, room elements, and MEP implications—will be discussed, along with the regulatory, operational, and patient experience impacts of implementing safer rooms across the continuum of care.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1063182/www.aecdaily.com/course/1211420
This session will share how Skanska, in partnership with San Mateo County and CannonDesign, delivered the new Cordilleras Behavioral Health campus. The project consists of four small-scale recovery centers plus a co‑housing building, for which Skanska had to integrate trauma‑informed design, anti‑ligature and commissioning requirements, biophilic strategies, noise and operations mitigation adjacent to an active facility, and solutions for low‑carbon/net‑zero performance. We’ll unpack how early, collaborative decision‑making prevents costly rework and ensures safety. Finally, we’ll discuss the sustainability strategies implemented to pursue low‑energy/net‑zero targets without compromising safety, security, or durability. Attendees will leave with replicable checklists, coordination tips, and lessons learned they can apply to behavioral health projects of all sizes.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s13250/www.aecdaily.com/course/1210736
Release Date: March 10, 2026
This presentation introduces the fundamentals of living walls and their connection to biophilic design in architecture. We will explore how integrating greenery into building environments enhances aesthetics, improves air quality, and promotes well-being. This presentation provides architects and designers with practical insights on incorporating living walls into projects, ensuring both functionality and sustainability.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s18122/www.aecdaily.com/course/1210362
Release Date: March 9, 2026
This course explores current practice and policy related to embodied carbon reduction, with a focus on alignment with CalGreen embodied carbon measures and applicable LEED credits. The content examines both architectural and structural strategies for reducing embodied carbon in the built environment. The course also provides insight into emerging industry and policy trends at the local, state, and national levels.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s13250/www.aecdaily.com/course/1209142
Release Date: March 2, 2026
Plaza decks are highly complex assemblies that must safely support people, vehicles or landscaping over occupied spaces while protecting the building from water intrusion. Improper design or detailing can lead to leaks, structural deterioration, and safety risks for occupants. This course examines protected membrane (IRMA) waterproofing systems used in plaza deck applications and explains how they differ from traditional roofing assemblies. Participants will learn how proper slope, drainage, detailing and system selection help manage water, reduce risk and extend service life. The course also reviews common failure points and waterproofing options to help design professionals create plaza decks that are durable, watertight and supportive of occupant health, safety and welfare.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s5533/www.aecdaily.com/course/1209121
This is a Product SpotLight Presentation. In this Product SpotLight learn how Englert's manufacturing plant contributes to sustainability from the sourcing of materials, to in-house paint line, to innovations in machinery."
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1207388/www.aecdaily.com/course/1208733
Release Date: February 26, 2026
Precast concrete is an economical, dynamic, long-lasting, and easily repairable material for site furniture, planters, planter walls, seat walls, curbing, play sculptures, fire features, wall cap, pool coping, signage, drinking fountains, bollards, and architectural trim. How can these concrete products be specified to limit their carbon footprint?
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s10541/www.aecdaily.com/course/1208524
Release Date: February 25, 2026
This course examines how recurring water intrusion from stucco, windows, and sliding glass doors compromises the structural safety of condominiums. Participants will explore the legal and regulatory framework of Florida’s Milestone Inspection statute, the Florida Building Commission’s guidance, and the technical literature documenting decades of failures linked to water penetration including information from the Surfside Champlain Towers collapse investigation. Through case studies and remediation strategies, the course demonstrates how proper design, inspection, repair, and maintenance practices, ensure structural integrity, safeguard occupant health and emotional well-being, and promote the long-term welfare of communities.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1186483/www.aecdaily.com/course/1208011
Release Date: February 23, 2026
This program addresses the fundamentals and advantages of balanced design for fire safe construction and makes the attendee aware of the cost competitive nature of this type of design approach.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1160873/www.aecdaily.com/course/1207257
Release Date: February 17, 2026
Elevators, once associated mainly with commercial spaces, now enhance residential living by providing lifetime accessibility and convenience. Their affordability and convenience make elevators a valuable addition to homes, expanding the market for home resale. This program focuses on adding elevators to residential applications to help improve the quality of life for the end users. It also discuses codes and regulations designers need to be aware of to ensure the safety and welfare of the end user.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s936437/www.aecdaily.com/course/1207202
Biophilic design is a methodology for designing buildings and landscapes that improve human health and well-being while fostering a deeper appreciation for the natural world. This course provides an overview of biophilic design and its frameworks and how it can help projects earn certification through LEED® v4.1 Building Design and Construction (BD+C): New Construction, WELL Building Standard™ version 2, Sustainable SITES Initiative® v2, and the Living Building Challenge (LBC).
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1158953/www.aecdaily.com/course/1206766
Release Date: February 12, 2026
This course explores some of the tools at the core of sustainable facility management and how they can enhance indoor environmental quality, reduce environmental impact, and improve occupant well-being. It reviews how operational strategies can support organizational performance and talent attraction and retention in a changing workplace landscape. The course examines emerging trends, new tools and practices, and shifts in certification frameworks such as the LEED® v5 Operations and Maintenance and Building Design and Construction rating systems and the WELL Building Standard™ version 2 that reflect the growing demand for measurable performance and decarbonization efforts.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1114176/www.aecdaily.com/course/1205867
Release Date: February 6, 2026
Explore specialized materials, code compliance, and the unique environmental demands of mission-critical facilities to optimize energy efficiency and building resilience. Learn about the unique fire risks and environmental demands of data center operations. Evaluate how product solution choices affect energy efficiency, installation, maintenance, and risk management.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1114176/www.aecdaily.com/course/1205721
Release Date: February 5, 2026
This is a Product SpotLight Presentation. Join us for a concise, 15-minute product spotlight webinar highlighting 3M™ Building Protection Solutions for Data Centers
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1114176/www.aecdaily.com/course/1205719
This is a Product SpotLight Presentation. Join us for a focused, 15-minute product spotlight webinar showcasing 3M™ Mechanical Jacketing & Cladding Solutions
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1114176/www.aecdaily.com/course/1205717
This is a Product SpotLight Presentation. Join us for a fast-paced, 15-minute product spotlight webinar featuring 3M™ Air and Vapor Barrier Solutions
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1114176/www.aecdaily.com/course/1205638
In this 1 hour live webinar we will explore the overall requirements of insulation moisture barrier (aka cladding/jacketing) and take a close look at how adhesive cladding compares to metal cladding for installation, performance, and construction project management.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1114176/www.aecdaily.com/course/1205635
Join us to explore how to select the right air barrier product solutions for your building envelope needs. Evaluate performance characteristics of various materials, including fluid-applied membranes, self-adhered sheets, mechanically fastened wraps, and factory applied solutions. Explore key selection criteria like ease of installation, application conditions, material compatibility, and sealability.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s13235/www.aecdaily.com/course/1205547
Release Date: February 4, 2026
This course examines automated shading as a core element of dynamic daylight management and explores its role within integrated building systems. Participants will learn how automated shading supports occupant comfort and wellbeing, contributes to building optimization, and aligns with broader sustainable design goals. The course highlights design strategies, coordination considerations, and performance outcomes that position automated shading as a critical component of high performing buildings.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s5689/www.aecdaily.com/course/1204571
Release Date: January 28, 2026
This course explores the evolving battery technologies used in lighting inverter systems, with a focus on comparing traditional VRLA batteries and other battery chemistries with modern Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO₄) solutions. Participants will gain an understanding of how battery chemistry impacts safety, lifecycle cost, space requirements, and long-term performance in life-safety applications. The course also outlines why LiFePO₄ is emerging as a future-ready solution for next-generation emergency lighting systems.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s425610/www.aecdaily.com/course/1204539
Restrooms and other plumbing applications must comply with accessibility regulations, but do you know exactly how to do that? This course is a handy reference that explains: What codes and regulations you must satisfy, when those requirements apply to new construction and alterations, and how to select and install fixtures to meet accessibility standards.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1179290/www.aecdaily.com/course/1204533
Structural HDPE plastic lumber offers strength, durability, and design versatility and is a sustainable alternative to traditional building materials. This course examines the types of structural HDPE plastic lumber and their manufacturing processes and provides technical information on performance attributes, suitable applications, installation considerations, and design guidelines. Comparisons are made to wood and wood-plastic composite lumber. Also presented is how recycled HDPE plastic lumber may help meet credit requirements in the Sustainable SITES Initiative® (SITES® v2) and LEED® v4.1 Building Design and Construction (BD+C) and Residential BD+C rating systems. Case studies demonstrate the exemplary performance of structural HDPE plastic lumber in aggressive environmental conditions.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s2303/www.aecdaily.com/course/1204420
Release Date: January 27, 2026
Concrete pavers have become an integral part of commercial roofing that not only improves the energy efficiency but also increases the life expectancy. Ballast pavers provide a durable surface protecting the roofing system from wind uplift, UV degradation and impact. In addition to these benefits, plaza pavers also add the ability to increase the useable square footage of a structure by providing a durable pedestrian surface on roof decks.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1159938/www.aecdaily.com/course/1203919
Release Date: January 23, 2026
This course provides an overview of types of hybrid vinyl flooring and how they contribute to long-term value through reduced maintenance needs, verified indoor air quality performance, and responsible material sourcing. It examines manufacturing processes, product content, and material transparency that influence consistency, durability, and environmental impact. These attributes can support credit achievement in green building programs such as the LEED® v5 Building Design and Construction and Interior Design and Construction rating systems and the WELL Building Standard™ version 2 by addressing low-emitting materials, responsible manufacturing, and product transparency.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s5833/www.aecdaily.com/course/1203627
Release Date: January 21, 2026
Cable railings are a beautifully minimalist way to meet safety requirements without obstructing the view. Learn how to assemble a commercial-grade cable railing with sophisticated fittings engineered to simplify installation, comply with building codes, and reduce overall labor costs.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1175601/www.aecdaily.com/course/1203558
This course focuses on optimizing spaces, both indoor and outdoor, and for different types of homes. With the simultaneous trends of on the one hand living in smaller spaces but a growing desire to be in a healthy space on the other hand, this course teaches us how to turn these two seemingly opposite movements into an opportunity. Participants will learn about making strategic use of a pivoting or sliding door integrated with an architectural room divider to serve multiple purposes: to avoid losing light and spaciousness, and at the same time creating extra space. Step into the forefront of design, mastering the art of creating seamlessly integrated landscapes that captivate and inspire. This course will enhance participant’s expertise in crafting indoor and outdoor spaces, complemented with engaging visuals. They will gain important skills to design versatile and inviting environments through a blend of innovation, practicality, and aesthetic appeal.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1155903/www.aecdaily.com/course/1203132
Release Date: January 16, 2026
We all love wood. It gives any design a luxurious feel and the benefits of biophilic design can’t be denied. You can paint wood but then it is no different than plastic or stone. To truly embrace the beauty of wood grain you want a lower opacity coating or stain. Transparency makes everything more complicated and applying finish to a wood can make or break your design. This course explores the 5 key elements that will dictate your finished wood look and how to specify them to achieve your vision.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1200670/www.aecdaily.com/course/1203122
People spend more than 90% of their time indoors; incorporating sunrooms, conservatories, greenhouses and/or other glass structures into homes or workplaces can be an affective way to reap the benefits of daylight. The positive impacts of incorporating more natural light into your lifestyle can be seen through energy savings, increase of productivity, and improvement of overall well-being. This presentation reviews strategies and design options to create unique overhead structures , standing structures, and vertical glazing systems that are energy efficient, comfortable, and functional.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1200670/www.aecdaily.com/course/1203119
Designers, building users, and managers are increasingly focused on building and occupant health as well as energy conservation. This course explores how mixed-mode (hybrid) ventilation systems address all these issues by improving the ratio of fresh air introduced into buildings while reducing energy needs and costs. It describes the benefits, elements, and workings of these systems and provides design guidance and illustrative case studies.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1023137/www.aecdaily.com/course/1203010
Release Date: January 15, 2026
Architecture and engineering firms operate within a complex economic environment, and understanding that larger landscape is essential for making informed business and project decisions. This session introduces an MBA-style framework for interpreting the macroeconomic forces that influence demand, competition, and long-term opportunity in the A/E industry. Austin Miller will examine key indicators such as the Architectural Billings Index, interest rates, and infrastructure spending, and explore how globalization, AI, and the evolving alternative A/E practices shape the competitive landscape. Using tools like Porter’s Five Forces and SWOT analysis, attendees will learn how to connect external market dynamics to internal firm strategy, resource planning, and project forecasting. The goal of this session is to help A/E professionals anticipate change, strengthen strategic planning, and build the market awareness needed to guide their firms through shifting conditions with confidence.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1023137/www.aecdaily.com/course/1203001
Many firms focus on profitability, yet still find themselves struggling to pay bills, fund growth, or weather uncertainty. The reason is simple: profit and cash are not the same thing. This webinar breaks down why even profitable firms run into cash flow trouble, and what firm leaders can do about it. We'll walk through the fundamentals of cash flow management in a practical, real-world way. You’ll learn how operating, investing, and financing activities affect cash, why working capital cycles matter, and where cash typically gets trapped in accounts receivable, inventory, and payables. Through clear examples and visuals, the webinar demystifies the statement of cash flows and shows how everyday business decisions directly impact liquidity. Attendees will leave with actionable strategies to improve cash discipline now, from tightening billing and collections to timing payments, forecasting future cash needs, and avoiding common mistakes that quietly drain cash. This session is designed for firm leaders who want stronger financial control, better planning confidence, and a business that can grow without cash flow surprises.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1023137/www.aecdaily.com/course/1202997
Great design work is only part of running a successful A/E firm. Growth, resilience, and profitability come from understanding the business engine behind the work. In this kickoff to the A&E MBA Series, Matt Cooper draws on his experience in tech and investment firms to reveal the core principles that drive high-performing companies in any industry—and how those same principles apply to architecture and engineering practices. This session introduces the essential economic and strategic concepts every A/E leader needs to know: how firms create value, why financial clarity matters, and how people, projects, and profit shape long-term performance. Attendees will leave with a clear business framework that sets the foundation for the entire series.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1023137/www.aecdaily.com/course/1202972
In an era where AI can draft proposals, automate invoicing, and even generate design options, the question facing firm leaders isn’t who to hire; it’s whether to hire at all. Traditional staffing models are being challenged by automation, global talent marketplaces, and an urgent need for agility. At the same time, the human dimension of business, culture, creativity, and trust is more important than ever. This webinar will challenge long-held assumptions about what a team should look like. We’ll explore when it makes sense to invest in a full-time hire, when outsourcing or automation delivers better ROI, and how to build a firm that clients trust, even when your “team” looks very different from what they expect. Whether you’re a solo practitioner, scaling your staff, or leading a larger practice, this session will help you rethink growth with clarity and confidence.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1200670/www.aecdaily.com/course/1202904
This course will explore the aesthetic versatility of wood-plastic composites. We will discuss color and design options for composite cladding, as well as applications in the residential and commercial sectors.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1200670/www.aecdaily.com/course/1202890
When specifying exterior cladding or building envelope materials, todays architects and designers have many options: wood, engineered cladding products, stucco, brick and stone masonry, and wood-plastic composite, to name a few. A relatively newer product, wood-plastic composite (WPC) has been quickly growing in popularity and with its leading sustainability and design features, it's no wonder why. From its material makeup through the manufacturing process and performance/ life cycle, there are a number of factors that make composite cladding a highly sustainable option.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1200670/www.aecdaily.com/course/1202883
Rain is one of the most important things to control in wall construction for both a building’s structural integrity and the occupants’ health. In today’s one-hour course we’ll discuss basic building science as it applies to moisture management and sustainable rain screen systems You’ll also get some insights and understanding of what to consider with respect to materials and design in creating an effective rain screen wall assembly
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s1200670/www.aecdaily.com/course/1202803
Release Date: January 14, 2026
This course will review composite component products in entry door systems to achieve enhanced system performance, in structural, livability, and safety elements in the built environment.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s951401/www.aecdaily.com/course/1202370
Release Date: January 9, 2026
Composite Decking: Sustainability, Durability, and Applications
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s5147/www.aecdaily.com/course/1202328
The perimeter roof edge is the first line of defense against wind events and costly issues. Learn about why using a proper perimeter roof edge system is critical.
https://redirect.aecdaily.com/s508058/www.aecdaily.com/course/1202296
This course explores how understanding disability can guide the creation of accessible and inclusive spaces. It examines access opportunities in educational and public environments, with an emphasis on strategies that go beyond code compliance. These approaches can help meet credit requirements in the LEED® v5 Building Design and Construction and Interior Design and Construction rating systems and the WELL Building Standard™ version 2 by improving usability, promoting occupant well-being, and reducing long-term barriers through design solutions.
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