EDUCATION PROVIDER PROGRAM (EPP)

As the built environment faces increasing environmental, economic, and social challenges, architects and designers must adopt strategies that ensure long-term resilience and sustainability. This course explores the interconnected nature of these challenges and provides a framework for transitioning from a linear to a circular approach in design and construction.

The course will examine the role of architecture and design in shaping sustainable solutions, leveraging the concept of using collective power to drive meaningful change. Through case studies, discussions, and practical applications, participants will learn how to integrate circular economy principles into their work and influence firm-wide adoption of future-proofing strategies.

By the end of this course, students will be equipped with the knowledge and tools to create a more regenerative and adaptive built environment, ensuring that every design choice contributes to a more sustainable future.

Have you considered building materials as a source of optimizing energy performance and reducing operational carbon emissions to meet sustainability goals? In this course, participants will understand how building materials such as phase change material ceilings can address building occupant discomfort related to acoustics and temperature. The course will review the fundamentals of thermal mass in buildings, explore phase change material and dive into applications and case studies. This course will demonstrate how innovative products like phase change material ceilings can contribute to numerous sustainability criteria such as LEED credits.

In this CEU, we will look at holistic sustainability approaches to better understand why climate change is on a critical path. We will decipher all the product declarations, labels and standards, giving you the tools to measure success. Finally, we will demystify the carbon story and discuss circularity to arm you with information to move us all forward in our sustainability goals.

Color has the ability to transform a room and complement the many design elements that add up to a beautiful, well-considered space. When selecting the right colors and products for a project, selecting the appropriate finish for walls, trim, millwork and other painted surfaces is a key consideration. This course provides information and practical knowledge on sheen and gloss levels, while illustrating the use of various finishes through a home painted in colors from the Color Trends 2019 Palette.

There are many refined metal surface options to add lustrous and reflective qualities in Hospitality, Retail, Office and High-end Kitchen spaces. Over the millennium, metals have been mined and refined for use in decorative objects and surfacing: starting with Copper to Gold, Brass, Bronze and Steel, then modern day Stainless and Aluminum. Decorative and protective finishing techniques enhance thin sheets of metal for easy-to-fabricate millwork used in modern interiors. Today’s vertical metal sheet options have suitable technical certifications and are easy-to-clean and maintain.

A comprehensive overview of LEED v4 BD+C New Construction credits – and how paints and coatings can contribute directly and indirectly to LEED credits. We will review credit intents, explain credit requirements, and explore where to find materials to meet the needs of the credits.

Join us as we explore the art of crafting lifestyle amenity spaces in healthcare environments. Discover how these spaces go beyond traditional healthcare settings, creating destinations that foster healing and well-being. Explore the fundamental needs of Focus, Gather, and Nurture, essential for tailoring environments that empower patients, families, and healthcare professionals alike. Experience the transformative potential of thoughtful design in healthcare, where every space contributes to a holistic journey of healing and interaction.

Explore the advantages and effects of LED technology in this course. Examine key lighting terminology, the significance of light color temperature and intensity, and the transformative impact of light on environments. Participants will learn how to use LED lighting effectively to enhance functionality and aesthetics while ensuring the well-being and comfort of individuals in various settings.

Explore the role of high-pressure laminate (HPL) in sustainable design and material selection. Participants will learn about the HPL manufacturing process, how to assess its environmental impact, and the key factors that contribute to its footprint. The course will guide you in reducing HPL’s environmental impact, understanding sustainability certifications, and prioritizing environmentally responsible materials. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the knowledge to make responsible, sustainable material choices that align with both environmental goals and high-quality standards.

This course explores the essential properties of cold formed steel (CFS) frames and structural cementitious panels, emphasizing their role in functional adaptive reuse projects. Participants will learn about the advantages of installing CFS frames and structural cementitious panels in existing structures to create new, usable spaces. Participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to effectively implement cold formed steel and structural cementitious panels in adaptive reuse projects, promoting sustainability and innovation in the built environment.

Discover how to make a substantial impact on the environment by strategically selecting materials and optimizing designs to decrease carbon footprint and construction waste. This course covers vital aspects, including the importance of embodied carbon, the infusion of sustainability into design, the selection of low-carbon materials, a comprehensive understanding of green building standards and certifications, seamless material integration, the effective employment of digital tools for efficiency, and an in-depth examination of real-world case studies. Gain an understanding of how to align with the requisites for obtaining possible BD+C and ID+C LEED credits.

Throughout history, human desire to communicate, tell stories, and to express cultural identity, gives us a glimpse at the need for early use and creation of pigments. Creating color was, and still is, an art. Its history is one of discovery, wealth, power, religion, trade, and science. This course discusses the origins and evolution of color pigments by looking at historical civilizations and time periods.

New and old, light and dark, near and far – we are surrounded by contrasts and opposing forces at every turn. From simple opposing relationships to the most thought provoking and complex, these juxtapositions shape our surroundings. By focusing on the color wheel and complementary color schemes, dynamic and sophisticated color combinations are discussed. Our understanding of specific colors takes a deeper dive into the origins and meanings of each color alongside the ways color is used in various parts of the world, and how this contributes to the character and landscape of highlighted geographic areas. This journey through color culminates in the process, concepts and points of inspiration that influenced the development of the Color Trends 2024 palette, with a look at how these highlighted hues can be used in the home.

This course provides an overview of the classifications of paints and factors that affect curing. The advantages and disadvantages of latex versus alkyd coatings. Proper surface preparation and priming techniques, and causes and solutions for common paint problems.

This course explains the chemistry and performance of paint, educating architects and designers on how to effectively select a paint system that is appropriate for a project. Learn about the components of paint and their impact on quality, the performance and aesthetics of different paint finishes, and technological innovations in the paint industry.