08:00 AM - 09:00 AM

Materials used on exterior and interior surfaces need to withstand many elements, including water, scratched, high temperatures, UV, wind, etc. Choosing a material is certainly influenced by the ability to hold up over time but also by the available size and weight, maintenance, hygiene, bending properties, recyclability, VOC, not to mention the appearance and efficient and cost-effective installation. There is one new product category that will be the focus of this course, namely Sintered Compact Surfaces that can be used for a wide variety of application interior and exterior from countertops to curtain walls applications in both residential and commercial buildings.

• Credit type: HSW
• AIA# Neolith01 | USGBC# 920013572
• Provider: The Size Surfaces USA
• Presenter: Travis Conrad

09:00 AM - 10:00 AM

At the end of this course, participants will know how to increase the durability of wood products used on building exterior envelope, understand best installation practices and differences between popular wood treatment methods. This AIA continuing education program touches on these issues and more, helping you design an exterior envelope that is durable and healthy for the home.

• Credit type: HSW
• AIA# T1091113 | USGBC# 920012039
• Provider: WindsorONE
• Presenter: Dave Rogers

10:15 AM - 11:15 AM

This session will provide a Manufacturer perspective on tile industry standards development and the new mortar classifications. We will discuss ISO designations and the new ANSI mortar designations for; non sag (T), fast set (F), extended open time (E) and the proposed new large and heavy tile mortar (H) and how can it benefit the design professional and the tile contractor in the field? What was wrong with Medium Bed? Where did the Large and Heavy Tile mortar come from?

• Credit type: HSW
• AIA# MAP 047 | USGBC# 0920015404
• Provider: MAPEI Corporation
• Presenter: Clayton Peck

11:15 AM - 12:15 PM

This course will explain the differences between storefront and curtain wall designs and functions while exploring the areas of performance, cost, and applications. This session will allow the participant to discover new materials and methods, reinforcing the design intent while enhancing the architectural viewpoint.

• Credit type: HSW
• AIA# KRH-1 | USGBC# 0920010541
• Provider: Arcadia
• Presenter: Ken Martinek

01:15 PM - 02:15 PM

In this program, we explore the current trends and issues changing the way we design restrooms. We’ll discuss what users want in a restroom experience, demand for increased privacy, and solutions for making your restroom the best room.

• Credit type: HSW
• AIA# ISP10l | USGBC#
• Provider: Scranton Products
• Presenter: John McKeon

02:15 PM - 03:15 PM

The building envelope consists of all exterior components of a building roof, walls, below-grade waterproofing, windows, skylights, and so on. When looking at these components it is important that each one be taken into consideration to prevent moisture or air from migrating into the building. The envelope is a complicated and integral part of any high-performance building. However, it is often the most neglected portion. This presentation aims to educate the participants on the importance of the building envelope and how the individual components contained within the system must be designed, and constructed to ensure a long-lasting, energy-efficient building.

• Credit type: HSW
• AIA# BE101-CST | USGBC# 0920021704
• Provider: Carlisle Construction Material
• Presenter: Paul Amos

03:30 PM - 04:30 PM

This program provides an overview of the manufacturing process, features and types of stone veneer products, including a discussion of the installation and design considerations to facilitate a successful installation.

• Credit type: HSW
• AIA# CORO02 | USGBC#
• Provider: Coronado Stone Products
• Presenter: Michael Barnett

04:30 PM - 05:30 PM

Few aspects of the design process are conducted in “silos” as disassociated from one another as how many projects approach interior concrete slab specifications and subsequent flooring specification sections. This is not done intentionally, rather it is by-product of lack of coordination, and fundamental misunderstanding, between those involved with the structural elements and those involved with the aesthetic and finishing elements. During this presentation, we will discuss sustainability and what it means; drawing the attendee into a clear discussion of how sustainability relates to LEED, Lean Construction, Green Building, and process improvement. Inconsistencies with current specification processes related to concrete moisture as compared to the tenets of sustainability will be exposed, with clear recommendations given as to how the specifying professional can resolve those disconnects.

• Credit type: HSW
• AIA# ISL03C | USGBC# 0920010796
• Provider: ISE Logik Industries, Inc.
• Presenter: Dean Craft