Landscape
EVENT THEME
Outdoor Spaces: Landscape Strategies + Technologies
Creating successful outdoor spaces requires the right combination of expertise, tools, structural systems, and programs. This workshop will discuss both material and technical solutions to meet project requirements and exceed clients expectations. Experts will be on hand to lead tutorials on the most recent innovations available to landscape architects. Join experts addressing issues such as durability, comfort, attractiveness, and sustainability in site furnishings and structural decking solutions. Attendees will leave with a greater knowledge to help you create new, vibrant, healthy outdoor spaces.
Agenda
10AM - 11AM
Credit type: 1 AIA HSW LU
Provider: Duradek
Provides an overview of pedestrian traffic decks, in particular tiled roof decks used in residential and light commercial projects. Topics discussed include key principles of deck design, design considerations, how to specify outdoor tile systems in a roofing application, and how to specify tiled pedestrian traffic decks.
Learning Objectives
- The characteristics, advantages, and applications of PVC waterproof membranes as a waterproofing underlayment in exterior tile roof deck assemblies
- Key specification notes for tiled pedestrian traffic deck assemblies
- Types of tiled pedestrian traffic deck assemblies
- Important design, installation, and detail considerations for outdoor tiled assemblies
Presenters
Chad Monett
Business Development
11AM - 12PM
Credit type: 1 AIA HSW LU
Provider: mmcité street furniture
This course explores how site furnishings—seating, shelters, and planters—align with biophilic design principles to enhance public spaces. Participants will learn how natural materials, organic forms, and integrated greenery promote community health, safety, and well-being. We look at real-world examples that highlight strategies for creating restorative environments that reduce stress, encourage interaction, and support sustainability, transforming urban spaces into vibrant, nature-connected places.
Learning Objectives
- Describe the historical context and foundational concepts of biophilic design.
- Identify and explain core biophilic design strategies relevant to public spaces.
- Analyze how site furnishings support biophilic design through materiality, form, and integration.
Presenters
Albert Harris
Brand Development Manager
12PM - 1PM
Credit type: 1 AIA HSW LU
Provider: Hanover
Learning Objectives
- Identify the advantages of specifying architectural unit pavers
- Analyze unit paver uses and product limitations
- Discuss elevated pavers, pedestals, and wind design systems
- Examine a variety of installation methods
Presenters
Aislinn VonSas
Technical Sales Director
1PM - 2PM
Workshop TBA
2PM - 3PM
