PROGRAMME DES FOURNISSEURS D’ÉDUCATION (PFÉ)

This CEU will provide an overview of Biophilic Design, leading to a greater understanding of the basics and benefits of humans’ connection to nature. 

Ventilation is a vitally important factor in the design, construction, and performance of residential kitchens. Without adequate ventilation and an ample supply of clean makeup air, occupant health and safety are at risk.

This course will discuss the different types of ventilation systems available, important specification considerations to optimize performance, and how to incorporate ventilation without sacrificing design and style.

With the future of our planet at stake, it is essential for A&D professionals to consider their role in sustainable design. This course discusses the current state of the environment and looks into the importance of sustainable action in the future. By reviewing green building concepts like energy and water efficiency, material selection, and circular manufacturing, attendees will gain insight into sustainable best practices at every step. This course also emphasizes the role appliances have on residential green building. Lastly, we’ll discuss what sustainable building experts have to say about the most important aspects of sustainable design.

While utilizing principles of lighting in nature, this course will educate participants on creating dramatic, beautiful, and effective illuminated features in the built environment. They will be able to seek appropriate lighting sources and techniques for their applications by understanding lighting color temperatures and color rendering while minimizing power consumption, improving sustainability, and maximizing the evenness of the lighting. They will also have a working knowledge of how material choices and diffusion impact their lighting decisions, and how all elements of the entire feature must work together to accomplish their design vision.

This course offers an in-depth exploration of ceiling and wall solutions tailored to the diverse needs of transportation environments. From airports with holding areas, baggage claims, VIP lounges, and retail spaces, to subway stations requiring durability and acoustic performance, this course covers it all. Through the lens of Indoor Environmental Quality, this course discusses how attention to acoustics, sustainability, lighting, thermal comfort, energy reduction and air treatment can enhance an occupant’s experience in a transportation environment. Discover design possibilities, including nature-inspired materials, smooth monolithic visuals and geometric patterns and shapes to incorporate on your next transportation project!

The selection and specification of cementitious wood fiber (CWF) roof decks in combination with CWF wall treatments can help make projects more sustainable while enhancing the aesthetic and acoustics of challenging large volume spaces. This CES program will inform and educate the professional designer and specifier of how CWF roof decks can be utilized in design as an alternative to other roof deck options that form the building envelope and the foundation for an effective roof assembly in all climate zones. Participants will learn the product attributes of cementitious wood fiber materials and how product attributes like size, R value, fire performance help to create a safe, visual pleasing and acoustical environment to meet recommended standards for learning environments. They will also gain understanding of carbon reduction and how use of CWF decks can help speed construction as well as the products contributions to LEED certification.

Water is essential to supporting many ecosystems, agriculture, hygiene, and other vital functions. Whether it’s the water used for drinking, washing clothes, cooking, or cleaning, this resource is essential to daily life. That’s why a home’s water quality should be taken seriously. With so many external factors, such as water sources, infrastructure, and climate change, water filtration can give your clients peace of mind when it comes to the water they drink every day. In this course, we’ll explore water and topics like standards, filtration systems, and wellness-focused design that impact water in the home.

In this CEU we'll discuss new thinking about the true meaning of sustainability, the causes and effects of manmade climate change, and how the choices designers make have real-world impacts. We'll also explore a category of materials - materials you're already using - that go beyond sustainable, that are actually Climate Positive.

Discover how sustainable appliance choices can transform residential environments and reduce the carbon footprint. Participants will gain an understanding of carbon emissions, including both embodied and operational carbon, and examine the appliance industry's role in mitigating these impacts. The course highlights carbon accounting practices and offers guidance on specifying low-carbon appliances, emphasizing the transition from gas to electric and integration with renewable energy sources. By considering client lifestyles and data-driven insights, participants will learn to make informed, sustainable design decisions that align with environmental goals and occupant needs.

This course provides an overview of the changes in color perception because of aging or disease. This course examines the various types of common care environments available for the elderly and features a discussion on the application of low- VOC, durable, high-quality paint, and appropriate color usage to facilitate wayfinding.

What is the impact of color on overall design? How can we use it strategically when designing a room? In Color Foundations, we will examine the roots of color theory, master the basic color terminology and explore how colors interact with each other. We will also explore the "superpowers" of color and how to apply them when choosing colors for a project.

Explore how color shapes the way we feel and interact with spaces. This course traces the influence of historical and social events on color trends, showing how thoughtful choices enhance comfort, mood, and daily experiences. Participants will learn to select and adapt palettes that create inviting, balanced, and purposeful environments, blending the best of the past with contemporary design trends to support the people who use them.

Column covers play a vital role in the aesthetics and functionality of architectural spaces, offering opportunities to enhance design while concealing structural elements. This course explores sectional configurations, shapes, joint types, and architectural components that create cohesive systems. Participants will learn about material options, finishes, and customization possibilities, as well as strategies for lighting integration, including backlighting methods and spacing guidelines to achieve both performance and design intent.

This CEU course is a guide to commercial flushometers covering types, operation, selection basics, maintenance and product codes and standards.

This course explores how commercial plumbing systems contribute to the overall well-being of occupants by focusing on fixture and faucet function, operation, performance, and placement. The course will highlight the importance of meeting the needs of building owners and users, ensuring their safety and comfort. Participants will learn about plumbing industry standards that safeguard occupants, and how room layout and fixture configurations can enhance convenience and accessibility.