Does the thought of incorporating popular technologies such as the iPad® tablet, motorized shades, lighting control, and security systems seem overwhelming? In this fast paced course you’ll learn about the latest interior technology and how it shapes the spaces you design. You will get inspiration for how you can expand the breadth of your practice by incorporating technology into your designs without needing to be a technology expert. Watch it!
This course introduces participants to the residential smart home market and the opportunities arising from the increasing presence of technology in the home. Relevant industry trends and homeowner preferences will be discussed, as well as a high-level overview of smart home product categories such as lighting, shading, and temperature control. Additional topics covered include the benefits of voice control, considerations concerning third party integration, and the differences between cloud-based integration and local integration as they relate to products and systems. Watch it!
A “green or sustainable home” extends beyond recycling and energy efficiency. Clients today want to live a greener lifestyle. Participants in this course will discuss components of “living green”, and how using technology can help their clients live a greener and more sustainable life. Additionally, attendees will discuss the ways control systems can improve durability and enhance health as well as comfort of a home and its occupants through HVAC, lighting and lighting control, automated shading, smart appliances, and water usage. Participants will also discuss how a cooperative mentality among trades in the design and build process can help clients achieve their “green and sustainable goals”. Watch it!
There are many available options related to technology for today’s savvy clients, and this course will help guide participants through the myriad of choices. Participants will walk away from this course with a comprehensive overview of current home technologies available in today’s connected homes. The in-depth discussion will include wired vs. wireless, integrated systems—what they are and how they work—and engaging a trained electronic systems professional. Watch it!
Many new products on the market claim to be “smart”, but how do these devices actually improve your experiences in your homes? Learn what it takes to successfully integrate smart technology in your projects. Discover examples of how technology can enhance the lifestyle of homeowners and understand the critical considerations for service and support. Watch it!
This webinar provides an overview of standard residential lighting control systems compared to automated control systems. It will go into basic lighting design terminology and system components as well as attempting to give basic knowledge of various control solutions and the benefits each one provides. Watch it!
Lighting control has become a standard in new construction and existing retrofit solutions… those who have it love it and wonder how they ever lived without it! Participants will walk away from this course with a basic understanding of lighting control terminology, and the benefits and solutions related to lighting control- presented in simple, easy to understand language. Watch it!
Lighting control systems old and new. Learn about lighting control and it’s history, how it started and why. Learn how lighting control has evolved and what next gen control looks like, what it can do, and how easy it is to do it. Watch it!
Light is part of our daily lives and it plays a central role in the design of a visual environment. In this course, you’ll explore how lighting impacts health and well-being as well as tools to help ensure your lighting plan best illuminates your design. Watch it!
This course is designed to teach you all the features and benefits of LED lighting. It will go into depth on which systems work the best with LED lighting, the components of an LED system, and how they differentiate from a normal lighting system. It will also explain the efficacy and reliability of an LED system, how it will save you money and time. Watch it!
Navigating architects and designers on how light affects our environment regarding our health, safety, and welfare. A few of the themes are circadian focused lighting, flicker, glare, lighting and safety, lighting and perception, color temperature, and the impact of poorly designed lighting in our exterior environments. Attendees will gain knowledge of valuable lighting design facts which can be implemented in their future designs. Watch it!
In this course we will learn the reasons why the WELL Building Standard v1 is needed, how it’s structured, and what its benefits are. The students will learn which solutions are best when it comes to meeting Circadian Light requirements. Also learn the different features and modes of the WELL Building Standard and how to achieve them. Watch it!
In this course, students will be exposed to a wide variety of topics for shading fabrics including color, appropriate selection, fabric options, and the ability of shades to protect interior finishes and furniture. Watch it!
There are many different types of window treatments that can be installed in residential and commercial projects – including those used outside a structure. This course provides an introduction to these various types of products, the considerations (and client benefits) when automating shade and window treatment, and how to build your team of professionals when implementing this type of technology into your project. Watch it!
What is a home theater? This may sound like a question with a simple answer, but it isn’t. Participants in this course will come away with a very distinct definition of what a home theater is and what it isn’t! Discussions will also include basic acoustical physics, common mistakes in designing theaters, as well as specific design considerations related to video, lighting, electrical, safety, and comfort. Watch it!
Controlling and isolating sound is tricky-without the correct tools, the right people, and the proper design, the results are often disastrous. Participants in this course will review the needs for creating sound isolated specialty spaces and discuss how much sound isolation is needed in varying circumstances. In addition, attendees will dive into the three tools of sound isolation-mass, absorption, and mechanical isolation and the role of each in the design and build process, while discussing the process of designing and constructing a specialty space. Watch it!
Digital entertainment plays a huge part on the modern lifestyle and is something that can be truly astounding when experienced in the correct environment. Dedicated and convertible entertainment spaces need careful thought and professional design to perform well, and ultimately wow the homeowner. Watch it!
Home electronics should integrate seamlessly into a home’s design and décor. This course reviews the three-pronged approach to hiding technology – advanced planning, design philosophy, and product selection, these being used to minimize the visual impact of electronics without compromising their performance. Specific challenges and recommendations related to hiding video displays, projectors, speakers, controls, cameras, equipment racks, and more will be addressed. Watch it!
As with other rough-in trades (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing), electronic systems should be planned for well in advance of construction and documented at the construction drawing phase of design. This course describes the process used by professionals in the project planning, design, and installation phases of electronic systems. Watch it!
This presentation will introduce architects, interior designers, builders, and remodelers to custom audio and visual solutions that can be seamlessly incorporated into residential and commercial spaces. Watch it!
This course will introduce the builder, designer, or architect to the benefits of hiding technology into the design and architecture of a project. The course will begin by defining the luxury experience in residential design. It will then dive deeper into audio and lighting as elements that influence the luxury experience. Finally, the course will present solutions for hiding these and other technologies into design and architecture. Watch it!
With technology playing such a huge role in our lives today, it’s only natural that our homes have technology everywhere too, whether it be indoors or out. The in/outdoor technology and entertainment market has grown beyond simple audio and video options. This course will provide design and build partners with expertise in outdoor technology options and knowledge in how the environment (including weather, location, and terrain) influences your outdoor equipment choices. Watch it!
Overview of how automated louvered pergolas are changing the way people are living outdoors. With outdoor living become a focal point for both the residential and commercial markets, a premium is placed on outdoor comfort. Our goal is to show how these spaces can be utilized in most weather conditions comfortably with the automated modern-day pergolas acting as the centerpiece of that space. Watch it!
Learn about the future of power grid technology! In our current age the way power is generated and managed has evolved. Increased call for personal microgrids and energy independence has led to astonishing breakthroughs in sustainable power technology. This course will show you the current future of personal grid technology and how it can keep your systems running through increased demand even with the aging grid infrastructure and frequent power outages. Watch it!
Intelligent energy storage is quickly becoming a leading energy management component when designing resilient smart homes with sustainable clean energy. This course provides an overview of the benefits of intelligent energy storage and why it is a crucial component for every home. We go over key design considerations and core applications, how it contributes to increased energy efficiency, and more. Watch it!
