EDUCATION PROVIDER PROGRAM (EPP)

This course explores how commercial plumbing systems contribute to the overall well-being of occupants by focusing on fixture and faucet function, operation, performance, and placement. The course will highlight the importance of meeting the needs of building owners and users, ensuring their safety and comfort. Participants will learn about plumbing industry standards that safeguard occupants, and how room layout and fixture configurations can enhance convenience and accessibility.

This interactive tour provides an in-depth exploration of innovative surface solutions. Participants will gain hands-on experience with showroom materials, learn about new product launches, and discover opportunities for integrating surfaces into various design applications. Through guided training sessions, attendees will develop a deeper understanding of Silestone, Dekton, and Sensa, as well as their applications in bathroom design, outdoor living, and custom fabrication. The course concludes with a visit to the Design Lab and warehouse, fostering collaboration and creative inspiration.

This immersive tour provides a hands-on experience in the world of architectural innovation and design. Participants will explore the cutting-edge practices at the company’s headquarters, gaining in-depth knowledge of material production, design solutions, and the role of lifestyle amenities in modern architecture. From the stone quarries to the high-tech production factories of Silestone, Dekton, and natural stone, attendees will see firsthand how design and functionality merge in architectural materials. The tour also includes cultural immersion through historical tours in Granada, offering a unique blend of design exploration and cultural enrichment.

Explore the transformative impact of fostering a culture of belonging in the workplace. This course examines the trends driving the demand for inclusive environments and how a strong sense of belonging can benefit both organizations and their employees. By connecting the dots between organizational culture, human needs, and sensory design, you will learn how to create spaces that not only meet practical requirements but also resonate on a deeper emotional level. Gain insights and strategies to cultivate an atmosphere where everyone feels valued and engaged, leading to improved morale, productivity, and overall well-being.

Explore modern healthcare design, highlighting environments that promote community and inclusivity. This course examines societal trends driving the need for belonging and underscores the pivotal role of organizational culture and sensory design in attracting and retaining healthcare professionals. Gain practical skills in translating cultural values into effective design strategies that enhance staff well-being and engagement.

This seminar provides an education on security metal ceilings and the applications where they are used. This seminar will discuss the key design elements of security metal ceilings, including tamper-evident and tamper-proof systems, and will evaluate the appropriate level of security ceilings required. Participants will examine key performance attributes including acoustics and accessibility and will analyze the installation of the metal security systems, including how to accommodate for fixture integration within the secure ceiling.

Home has always been a place where people can find comfort and peace in their day-to-day lives. This is especially heightened with the healing presence of family and friends. With the home acting as a sanctuary for your client and their loved ones, it’s become more important to consider how health and wellness can be designed into the bigger picture of homes now and in the future. This course will explore environmental wellness trends and the ways that wellness, hosting, and design can work hand in hand to create a thoughtful space with the latest products that support these trends, such as refrigeration solutions.

AI is transforming how design ideas are generated and delivered. It brings remarkable efficiency and new possibilities, while also raising important questions about creativity, authenticity, and purpose. For A+D professionals, the challenge isn’t choosing between AI and people—it’s learning how to integrate them so the spaces we design remain meaningful and human. Participants will explore ways to balance innovation with intention, ensuring that design continues to foster genuine connection.

Materials used on building facades need to withstand many things, including water, wind, sunlight, and sometimes severe weather conditions.

They also need to hold up to the effects of people who may inadvertently or even intentionally cause damage. Choosing materials used for facades is certainly influenced by the ability to hold up over time but also by the available size, not to mention the appearance, of the material.

Being able to install it in a manner that is efficient and cost-effective usually rounds out the criteria for selecting a building material for building facades. There is one new product category that will be the focus of this course, namely sintered stones that can be used for curtain walls, rain screens, siding applications, and other common wall systems for both residential and commercial buildings.

This course explores the performance and applications of translucent materials, including resins and glass, to help architects and designers create safe, durable, and resilient designs. Participants will learn how resins address the limitations of traditional materials, offer unique aesthetic and functional benefits, and adapt to environmental demands. The program covers key performance criteria such as UV and impact resistance, durability, and maintenance, with real-world test demonstrations to illustrate their versatility.

This course introduces neurodivergent conditions such as autism, ADHD, and sensory processing differences, exploring how these impact interaction with built environments. Participants will learn the importance of creating spaces that support diverse needs and how elements like lighting, acoustics, spatial layout, and color influence comfort and productivity. The course provides practical strategies for assessing sensory needs and applying neuro-inclusive principles in workplaces and shared spaces. Learners will engage with adaptive design techniques and sensory-friendly palettes to create environments that foster well-being, equity, and belonging for all occupants.

Explore the impact of acoustic design on effective communication and occupant well-being. This course reveals the crucial role of reverberation in establishing optimal conditions and examines the significance of the Noise Reduction Coefficient (NRC) in attaining acoustic excellence. Gain insights into how the strategic utilization of acoustic materials and configurations can enhance NRC values, highlighting the nuanced measure of absorption per square foot to create functional and comfortable spaces.

The World Health Organization (WHO) defines well-being as a complete state of physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. This is significant as it identifies the correlation between the built environment and its holistic ability to support this need. To enhance healing, settings for behavioral and mental healthcare need to balance safety with a warm, comfortable atmosphere. Flooring selection in this setting must support the demands of the level of care, and human-centered needs as a primary design driver.

This course covers the basics of natural stone including the different types of stone, information on the various quarries where natural stone is found and how the stones are extracted and cut. The course also covers the production process on getting stone from the quarries into the final design in the home.

In a global, competitive world, it’s not the strongest or most intelligent that survive, but the one most adaptable to change. However, in our work organizations most people are resistant to change. The good news is that each of us has the ability to drive change regardless of our position because transformational leadership is about choice. Through this course, you will learn how to lead change and become a transformational leader. It all starts with creating a vision and learning how to influence support from team members. You will then learn how to lead by example, which will drive commitment and accountability from your team members. By the end of this course, you will discover how improving your thinking positively impacts your behavior, which ultimately leads to extraordinary results and culture change.