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Wood-Patterned Aluminum Products: Innovative Design Solutions

Looking for a high-performance alternative to products made from wood and PVC? Explore the options offered by wood-pattered aluminum.

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Redwood Lumber: Attributes, Applications, & Environmental Benefits

Redwood from responsibly managed forests is a natural material that's a sustainable choice. Explore redwood's strength, beauty, and life cycle benefits for indoor and outdoor applications.

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ADA Accessibility Guidelines: Detectable Warning Surfaces

Learn about detectable warning surfaces and how they help provide accessible public rights-of-way spaces.

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Discreet Heat When and Where Needed

Do better than minimizing the look of heating systems. Customizable electric heating systems provide energy-efficient solutions that harmonize with any architectural context.

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The Importance of Ventilation in Residential Metal & Cedar Roof Design

Proper drainage and ventilation are essential for roof longevity, energy efficiency, and beauty. Explore the use of a 3-D drainage and ventilation mat in metal and cedar roof assemblies.

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Transitioning to a Clean Energy Future: Part 1

This course explores the changes in energy creation, distribution, and consumption that are critical to the sustainable transitional energy planning (STEP) approach.

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Concrete Grid Pavements: Design, Construction, Performance, & Maintenance

Learn how concrete grid pavements increase water infiltration rates, positively affecting runoff while decreasing erosion.

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Quiet by Design: Acoustic Strategies for Pickleball & Other Sport Courts

Addressing acoustic challenges in outdoor spaces requires a multilayered approach. Learn about the acoustic impacts of pickleball courts and the solutions to mitigate them.

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Successful, Sustainable Precast Enclosure Projects: Designs for Education, Healthcare, Offices, and More

Explore projects using precast composite panels to see how architects can meet sustainability and aesthetic goals in designs for education, healthcare, offices, and more.

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Basics of Moisture Movement Through the Building Enclosure

A complicated issue in building science is tackling moisture movement. Examine the role of different moisture control layers that can prevent unwanted moisture infiltration.

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Universal Design: Applied to Bathroom and Kitchen

Should designers offer universal design solutions to all clients regardless of age or ability? Learn the answer to that question and more.

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Kohler Co.

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Electronic Locking Devices for Access Control Systems

Explore access control systems and learn how electrified door locking hardware integrates with electronic access controllers to secure designated areas and manage personnel entry during specific times.

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Dortronics Systems, Inc.

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Designing Sustainable Materials for Building Integration (Recorded Webinar)

Learn about new and retrofit low-slope commercial roof assemblies that deliver long-term energy efficiency, a low lifetime carbon footprint, and robust building performance.

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DuPont Performance Building Solutions

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Specifying Roof, Floor, & Skylight Hatches for Access & Safety

How do you provide safe access to rooftops and below-ground spaces? Discover the design, safety, and performance advantages of roof, floor, and skylight hatches.

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Surespan Limited

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Natural Slate Rainscreen Cladding Systems

Discover the beauty and durability of slate with rainscreen systems! Learn how this sustainable combo boosts energy efficiency, moisture control, and design versatility.

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CUPACLAD

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The Versatile Stage: Designing Transformable Performance Spaces

Explore how stage flooring systems impact performer safety, accessibility, sustainability, and long-term venue adaptability.

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Concrete Masonry: The Energy Efficiency Solution

Building envelopes constructed with concrete masonry create high-performance buildings that can exceed energy code requirements. Evaluate strategies to maximize energy performance.

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Enhancing Roof Design with Composite Solutions

Take an in-depth look at the sustainable and versatile attributes of composite roofing solutions.

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Westlake Royal Building Products

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Differentiated Performance and Long-Life Architectural Coatings

Building owners rely on weatherable coatings to protect their buildings. Learn why PVDF resin-based coatings can help exceed design goals and contribute to sustainable design.

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Arkema Inc.

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Cable Tray: Types, Application, and Code

Explore cable tray types and review their design considerations and code requirements.

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Legrand

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Mineral-Based Composite Decking: Innovation and Performance You Can Build On

Explore how mineral-based composite decking systems offer an all-in-one solution that simplifies installation, reduces maintenance, and resists mold, decay, and water intrusion.

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DuxxBak Composite Decking

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The Role of Door Openings in Improving Resilient Design

Manufacturers offer specialized doors designed to resist the impacts of blasts, tornadoes, and ballistics. Learn how steel doors can be utilized in a resilient design strategy.

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AMBICO Limited

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Designing Beyond Compliance: Architecture for True Accessibility

Go beyond minimum code requirements to create inclusive spaces that address physical, sensory, and cognitive needs through architectural design.

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Ascension Wheelchair Lifts

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Sustainable Waterproofing Solutions

Concrete is a fundamental building material but it has water-related design challenges. Examine the sustainable benefits of integral concrete waterproofing.

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Hycrete, Inc.

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The Solar-Ready Roof: Optimize the Design

There are two parts to a solar installation – the solar panels and the roof. Discover how careful roof design now supports effective power generation in the future.

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S-5! Metal Roof Innovations, Ltd.

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8 Levels of Bullet Resistant Material Explained

AEC professionals must assess the appropriate protection level for buildings investing in security, like bullet-resistant barriers, based on surroundings, industry, and client needs while maximizing investment.

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Total Security Solutions