West

Credit type: 1 AIA HSW LU
Provider: Mitrex

To effectively combat climate change, we need to acknowledge the role that the building industry plays in global CO2 emissions. We need to shift not only how we think about designing our buildings but also powering our communities. This course will discuss how BIPVs can be integrated into both new and old buildings to improve performance and aesthetics and lower energy costs. In this one-hour course, we will discuss the value of BIPVs as both a high-performance building material and green energy generating solar panels. The various systems BIPV can be integrated into. As well as the various benefits that building owners can realize by integrating BIPV into their projects.

Learning Objectives

• Recall the basics of solar energy, including its key components and how it has traditionally been harnessed
• Describe building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPVs) and discuss how they improve upon traditional photovoltaics in terms of design and performance
• Demonstrate ways to incorporate BIPV systems into existing or new construction in order to maximize a project’s sustainability targets.
• Illustrate the money and energy savings possible through BIPVs by analyzing market research and case studies.

Presenters

Terri Oswald

Terri Oswald

Credit type: 1 AIA HSW LU
Provider: Northern Facades

Reaching towards Net Zero energy ready buildings is becoming a popular topic in todays climate changing world. Energy efficiency has expanded towards exterior wall assemblies where effects of thermal bridging are considered and thermally broken sub-framing systems are becoming the new norm. This course will identify and compare various cladding attachment methods on the market. Learn how to determine the appropriate clip for your project and how to compare effective thermal resistance required to achieve projects targeted R – Value.

Learning Objectives

• In this presentation you will be able to understand how the use of thermal clips will impact thermal bridging on various exterior wall assembly applications.
• Identify types of clips currently on the market.
• Learn how to calculate the number of clips required on your project by identifying structural forces involved to determine clip spacing.
• Gain insight on how the NFPA 285 fire code applies to thermal clips.
• Acquire a new ability to effectively detail thermal clips on architectural drawings.

Presenters

Bilal Khan
Facade Systems Design Advisor

Bilal Khan

An advocate for high performance building envelopes, Bilal’s work has helped build grass-root level educational infrastructure, biomass energy plants and, automated transit systems. Bilal has a Masters in Architecture and an MBA.

Credit type: 1 AIA HSW LU
Provider: Porcelanosa

This course discusses the rain screen system for exterior facades using porcelain tile or solid surface.

Learning Objectives

• Participants should be able to correctly define various types of exterior cladding systems.
• Participants should be able to identify the major components/features of the ventilated facade system.
• Participants will gain an understanding of the advantages of the ventilated facade when compared to other cladding systems.
• Participants will gain an understanding of appropriate use of the ventilated facade system.

Presenters

Ignacio Vidal
Facades Director

Ignacio Vidal

Ignacio is an architect with over 20 years of experience in designing buildings of varied sizes and types. Before founding his firm in 2009, he worked with the well-known Barcelona architect Albert Viaplana, where he gained invaluable experience in developing and constructing several high-profile public projects. After that, Ignacio worked with the London office of the award-winning AHMM Architects.

Since 2014, Ignacio has spearheaded the introduction of porcelain panels for rain-screens through PORCELANOSA Facades for the North American market. In a sea of material sales vendors, Ignacio brings credibility and authority, helping architects achieve their designs. Due to his understanding of architecture, construction, and cost, Ignacio has helped complete more than 150 porcelain facades, and has therefore become a porcelain façade expert of reference nationwide.

Credit type: 1 AIA HSW LU
Provider: AGS Stainless

In this era of recyclability and building more sustainably, how can architects, engineers, and designers help their builders and general contractors succeed in this matter? To the greatest extent possible, specify architectural products that are custom fabricated 100% offsite (custom prefabricated), and delivered to the Jobsite ready-to-be-installed.

Due to its durability, recyclability, and resistance to corrosion stainless steel is the preferred choice for products and structures that require little maintenance and long lifespan.

Offsite fabrication of architectural products contributes to building sustainability by allowing the builder/general contractor to install the product themselves while dramatically reducing product waste & cost and improving quality since there’s no need for a Local Metal Fabricator.

Learning Objectives

• Explain the differences and advantages of architectural railing products built onsite vs those fabricated 100% offsite.
• Recognizing the difference in quality between stainless steel railing systems.
• Evaluating how the principles of Offsite fabrication of architectural products can influence other product choices you make for your projects.
• Discover the Resilience of 100% Stainless Steel railing systems.

Presenters

Milena Martinez Vega
Brand Strategist & Marketing Lead

Milena Martinez Vega

Milena M. Vega is a passionate professional with a deep understanding of prefabricated railing systems and the advantages offsite fabricated stainless steel railing systems offer to any architectural project.
This Barcelona native has been immersed in the world of prefabricated railing systems since joining AGS Stainless in 2014. With a Keen eye for aesthetics and a passion for design, Milena continues to contribute to innovative architectural projects with offsite fabricated stainless steel railing solutions.