Course Description Join us for a comprehensive 3-hour webinar combining two targeted courses in one convenient session! Each 1.5-hour segment—one dedicated to commercial code updates and the other to residential code updates—delivers essential insights into Pennsylvania’s adoption of the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC). Earn a total of 3 AIA LU | HSW credits (recorded separately per session) by...

AI is all the rage in AEC today, but many firms jump into the deep end without regard for the security and veracity of their source data. Further, many firms still define design technology and information technology teams separately—despite their sharing critical data. This session will highlight the risks of inadequate preparation for AI and provide guidelines for establishing a...

The event will return October 23-24, 2025 to the Spooky Nook Sports Center Wood Pro Expo Lancaster will return October 23-24, 2025 to the Spooky Nook Sports Center in Manheim, PA WPE Lancaster is the only woodworking exposition and conference for professional woodworkers in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions. In addition to participation from the strong Pennsylvania woodworking base, attendees come from states...

This course discusses the reasoning and development of a purposefully-designed canopy system, bringing together maximum function with stunning visual elements. The discussion emphasizes implementing design methods for canopy and sun control projects including specification of processes and materials to ensure a custom project that meets all functional and aesthetic needs, along with a precise fit for the building. Important design...

Join us for an engaging conversation with construction attorneys and architects about how to safeguard your projects, firm and clients against economic challenges.  We’ll delve into standard contract clauses, common law protections, contract negotiations and project controls in a volatile environment.  Our panel will offer diverse prospectives on the challenges and solutions in these areas.  Tune in to discover best...

Lifts and elevators can be an extraordinary feature added to a home or building that will enhance the life quality and safety of the end user. Join us to learn about the requirements for platform lifts, the different types of lifts, basic product design, and an understanding of code compliance issues. Presenters will also share strategies for addressing accessibility scenarios,...

Elevators, once associated mainly with commercial spaces, now enhance residential living by providing lifetime accessibility and convenience. Their affordability and convenience make elevators a valuable addition to homes, expanding the market for home resale. This program focuses on adding elevators to residential applications to help improve the quality of life for the end users. It also discusses codes and regulations...

This course discusses the impact of buildings on the natural environment through materials, manufacturing, and use. The discussion looks at solutions through specification and implementation of sun control technologies such as sunshade and daylighting canopy systems, as well as usage of materials that contain recycled content. Designing as part of a holistic building environment is critical to sustainable building projects,...

The climate crisis demands bold action. How can architects drive sustainable urban regeneration and create resilient communities? Join us on March 25 (11:30 AM – 1:00 PM ET) for a 1.5 HSW/LU webinar featuring the award-winning case study of Peccioli, Italy—a model for waste-conscious design, community engagement, and urban renewal. 🔹 Learn how Peccioli’s transformation gained global recognition at the...

Mass timber is reshaping sustainable construction—are you optimizing it effectively?Join us on March 18 (11:30 AM – 1:00 PM ET) for a 1.5 HSW/LU webinar covering: 1. Glulam, CLT, and SCL—composition, applications & best practices2. Key beam principles: notching, drilling & connection guidelines3. Fire ratings, column grids, and span optimization for mass timber4. Case studies on MEP integration, acoustics &...