Design & Discover: Earn 3 AIA LU/HSW Credits + Networking Happy Hour

First Course from 2:00-3:00PM

Course Title: The Future of Folding Doors: New Innovations Driven by Design

(60 minutes - 1 LU/HSW Credit)

Course Description:

Evolving design trends have driven the emergence of a new range of folding door products that complement modern architecture and improve user experience through performance and ease of operation. This course will review key attributes of these next-generation folding doors, including product styling and sightlines, size capabilities, hardware design and placement, and performance criteria. You will learn how these design improvements open up sightlines, ease operation, and boost the performance of folding doors.

Learning Objectives:

1. Examine how the lines between residential and commercial design are blurring, and how architects can use folding door systems in each market to enhance their designs.
2. Explore how narrower stiles and larger panel sizes work together to improve sightlines and views to the exterior by minimizing obstructions and maximizing glazing.
3. Discover how innovative hardware solutions improve aesthetics and make folding doors easier to operate.
4. Review performance measures for folding doors, including water penetration, structural strength, and air infiltration, and understand how next-generation folding doors improve on each of these metrics.

JELD-WEN / LaCantina

Second Course from 3:10-4:10 PM

Course Title: PVC 101 - The Benefits & Uses of Cellular PVC Trim

(60 minutes - 1 LU/HSW Credit)

Learning Objectives: Properties of cellular PVC

1. Are all PVC trims the same?
2. Key differences between high- and low-quality PVC and micro-ingredients.
3. Dark Paint technology including black.
4. New surface technology-film laminates.
5. Common cellular PVC products and their end-use applications.
6. The different types and properties of cellular PVC in the building/construction industry.
7. A few best design practices, beaded ceiling, fabricated one-piece corners, fabricated column wraps, window surrounds, skirting for homes, pergolas, soffit system, railing applications, fastening methods, painting PVC trim products, thermal expansion joint design.

Historic Preservations

1. Some of the “Green” attributes of PVC that make it an ideal exterior building product.
2. Sustainability and code compliance.

Versatex Building Products

Third Course from 4:20-5:20PM

Course Title: Large Doors: How to Select the Right Door

(60 minutes - 1 LU/HSW Credit)

Course Description:

Modern design trends are favoring larger openings, and while this blank canvas offers the architect a wide range of options, it can also pose a challenge. Because of the almost unlimited variations of different types, styles, and available options for large doors, it is often more important that the architect understands how to make the selection process, rather than which specific door to choose. The process for specifying should include client aesthetic expectations, environmental conditions, building performance, and durability concerns.

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand the unique design elements of an indoor/outdoor living space and modern trends in large doors
2. Describe what to consider when balancing the client needs with environmental conditions, building performance, and
3. durability concerns
4. List the different door types and styles available for transition points between indoor and outdoor areas
5. Discuss the best process for specifying large doors in commercial and residential projects

Andersen Windows & Doors

Immediately following, enjoy our Happy Hour from 5:30–6:30 PM with complimentary food and beverages. Happy Hour generously sponsored by Versatex Building Products.