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In this course, participants will examine the evolution of U.S. wind standards and building codes, focusing on their influence on impact window requirements in architectural design. The discussion will highlight key historical developments and current code provisions, analyzing how these regulations have shaped the specification and use of impact-resistant windows in both residential and commercial projects. Additionally, the course will explore the critical role of windows and doors in mitigating sound transmission, providing architects with insights into designing quieter, more comfortable spaces while meeting performance and safety standards. By understanding the interplay between code requirements, impact resistance, and acoustic performance, architects will gain the knowledge necessary to make informed decisions that enhance building resilience, occupant comfort, and overall project success.
Design, build and renovate accessible washrooms beyond code using best practices from current standards and established lived experience expert Julie Sawchuk, author of Building Better Bathrooms and principal educator at Sawchuk Accessible Solutions.
Building envelope rehabilitation projects offer valuable insights into the real-world performance of building designs and products over time and highlight key opportunities to increase the overall performance of buildings in the future—both rehabs and new construction.
The presentation highlights four key lessons learned from various building envelope rehabilitation projects. Through reviewing project case studies, trends emerge surrounding common envelope failures, opportunities to shift buildings towards net zero, the importance of lifecycle cost analysis, and leveraging environmental impact data when selecting construction materials.
As wildfires increase across North America, architects, engineers, and builders must design buildings better able to withstand fire exposure, especially in Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) zones. Windows are among the most vulnerable points in the building envelope, but thoughtful design and product selection can make them a critical line of defense. This session explores window wildfire-resistance strategies, including fire exposure mechanisms, material behavior, construction details, and system integration.
Through case studies, test data, and performance comparisons, attendees will gain insight into U.S. and Canadian wildfire-resistance guidance, including California SFM Standard Test Method 12-7A-2 and FireSmart Canada recommendations, along with strategies to reduce ignition risk and improve building survivability.
As energy codes and performance standards across North America become more rigorous—such as the BC Energy Step Code, Energize Denver, and the Massachusetts Stretch Code—architects, engineers, and envelope consultants face increasing pressure to deliver efficient buildings without sacrificing aesthetics or affordability.
This session explores how adopting a whole-building design mindset, with a focus on high-performance fenestration, can unlock new flexibility for project teams. Rather than viewing windows and doors as constraints, high-performance fenestration can be leveraged as design enablers that contribute to thermal efficiency, visual appeal, and user comfort—while also supporting cost-effective compliance with evolving energy mandates.
Through case studies and comparative analysis, attendees will learn how fenestration decisions influence overall envelope strategy, and how integrating these components early in design offers greater control over architectural expression, interior quality, and project budgets.
As energy codes and performance standards across North America become more rigorous—such as the BC Energy Step Code, Energize Denver, and the Massachusetts Stretch Code—architects, engineers, and envelope consultants face increasing pressure to deliver efficient buildings without sacrificing aesthetics or affordability.
This session explores how adopting a whole-building design mindset, with a focus on high-performance fenestration, can unlock new flexibility for project teams. Rather than viewing windows and doors as constraints, high-performance fenestration can be leveraged as design enablers that contribute to thermal efficiency, visual appeal, and user comfort—while also supporting cost-effective compliance with evolving energy mandates.
Through case studies and comparative analysis, attendees will learn how fenestration decisions influence overall envelope strategy, and how integrating these components early in design offers greater control over architectural expression, interior quality, and project budgets.
As demand for higher building energy performance grows across North America, the Passive House standard is gaining traction. For those new to the standard, window configuration and calculations can seem complex, but they do not need to be intimidating. This session provides a concise overview of the Passive House approach to windows, including key building science principles, performance metrics, real-world validation, and occupant benefits.By reviewing different window materials and configurations, the presentation highlights pathways to achieving Passive House performance while optimizing costs and maintaining high-performance fenestration.
As demand for higher building energy performance grows across North America, the Passive House standard is gaining traction. For those new to the standard, window configuration and calculations can seem complex, but they do not need to be intimidating.This session provides a concise overview of the Passive House approach to windows, including key building science principles, performance metrics, real-world validation, and occupant benefits.By reviewing different window materials and configurations, the presentation highlights pathways to achieving Passive House performance while optimizing costs and maintaining high-performance fenestration.
Building envelope rehabilitation projects offer valuable insights into the real-world performance of building designs and products over time and highlight key opportunities to increase the overall performance of buildings in the future—both rehabs and new construction.
The presentation highlights four key lessons learned from various building envelope rehabilitation projects. Through reviewing project case studies, trends emerge surrounding common envelope failures, opportunities to shift buildings towards net zero, the importance of lifecycle cost analysis, and leveraging environmental impact data when selecting construction materials.
As energy codes and performance standards across North America become more rigorous—such as the BC Energy Step Code, Energize Denver, and the Massachusetts Stretch Code—architects, engineers, and envelope consultants face increasing pressure to deliver efficient buildings without sacrificing aesthetics or affordability.
This session explores how adopting a whole-building design mindset, with a focus on high-performance fenestration, can unlock new flexibility for project teams. Rather than viewing windows and doors as constraints, high-performance fenestration can be leveraged as design enablers that contribute to thermal efficiency, visual appeal, and user comfort—while also supporting cost-effective compliance with evolving energy mandates.
Through case studies and comparative analysis, attendees will learn how fenestration decisions influence overall envelope strategy, and how integrating these components early in design offers greater control over architectural expression, interior quality, and project budgets.
As demand for higher building energy performance grows across North America, the Passive House standard is gaining traction. For those new to the standard, window configuration and calculations can seem complex, but they do not need to be intimidating. This session provides a concise overview of the Passive House approach to windows, including key building science principles, performance metrics, real-world validation, and occupant benefits.By reviewing different window materials and configurations, the presentation highlights pathways to achieving Passive House performance while optimizing costs and maintaining high-performance fenestration.
As wildfires increase across North America, architects, engineers, and builders must design buildings better able to withstand fire exposure, especially in Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) zones. Windows are among the most vulnerable points in the building envelope, but thoughtful design and product selection can make them a critical line of defense. This session explores window wildfire-resistance strategies, including fire exposure mechanisms, material behavior, construction details, and system integration.
Through case studies, test data, and performance comparisons, attendees will gain insight into U.S. and Canadian wildfire-resistance guidance, including California SFM Standard Test Method 12-7A-2 and FireSmart Canada recommendations, along with strategies to reduce ignition risk and improve building survivability.
As energy codes and performance standards across North America become more rigorous—such as the BC Energy Step Code, Energize Denver, and the Massachusetts Stretch Code—architects, engineers, and envelope consultants face increasing pressure to deliver efficient buildings without sacrificing aesthetics or affordability.
This session explores how adopting a whole-building design mindset, with a focus on high-performance fenestration, can unlock new flexibility for project teams. Rather than viewing windows and doors as constraints, high-performance fenestration can be leveraged as design enablers that contribute to thermal efficiency, visual appeal, and user comfort—while also supporting cost-effective compliance with evolving energy mandates.
Through case studies and comparative analysis, attendees will learn how fenestration decisions influence overall envelope strategy, and how integrating these components early in design offers greater control over architectural expression, interior quality, and project budgets.
As demand for higher building energy performance grows across North America, the Passive House standard is gaining traction. For those new to the standard, window configuration and calculations can seem complex, but they do not need to be intimidating.This session provides a concise overview of the Passive House approach to windows, including key building science principles, performance metrics, real-world validation, and occupant benefits.By reviewing different window materials and configurations, the presentation highlights pathways to achieving Passive House performance while optimizing costs and maintaining high-performance fenestration.
As demand for higher building energy performance grows across North America, the Passive House standard is gaining traction. For those new to the standard, window configuration and calculations can seem complex, but they do not need to be intimidating. This session provides a concise overview of the Passive House approach to windows, including key building science principles, performance metrics, real-world validation, and occupant benefits. By reviewing different window materials and configurations, the presentation highlights pathways to achieving Passive House performance while optimizing costs and maintaining high-performance fenestration.