PROGRAMME DES FOURNISSEURS D’ÉDUCATION (PFÉ)

Not all hardwood is created equal, and the differences go far deeper than aesthetics. This course explores how solid, engineered, infused, and densified hardwood construction methods influence flooring performance and long-term reliability. Participants will examine the key factors affecting durability, dimensional stability, moisture response, and installation outcomes, gaining the knowledge needed to specify the appropriate hardwood solution for any project.

Have you considered building materials as a source of optimizing energy performance and reducing operational carbon emissions to meet sustainability goals? In this course, participants will understand how building materials such as phase change material ceilings can address building occupant discomfort related to acoustics and temperature. The course will review the fundamentals of thermal mass in buildings, explore phase change material and dive into applications and case studies. This course will demonstrate how innovative products like phase change material ceilings can contribute to numerous sustainability criteria such as LEED credits.

In this course, participants will delve into the intricate relationship between creative design, well-being, and the rejuvenating properties of water elements. Throughout the program, participants will be guided by the presenter to explore the profound impact that creativity, solitude, sensory stimulation, and water integration can have on the overall wellness and interior spaces. By addressing these key themes, participants will develop a comprehensive understanding of how to curate environments that foster both physical and emotional health.

The course explores the specific demands of healthcare environments and guides participants in selecting durable, user-friendly products suited for rigorous cleaning protocols. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining clean water systems through industry standards, highlights strategies for minimizing contamination risks, and examines how product choices contribute to a secure and efficient care setting. Participants will also gain insight into sustainable practices and ongoing management trends that support reliable, long-term performance in healthcare plumbing systems.

Professional’s play a key role in shaping the water quality and user experience of buildings and landscapes. This CEU on Water Filtration provides focused, practical guidance to help design professionals specify, integrate, and communicate effective filtration solutions that meet performance, aesthetic, sustainability, and maintenance objectives.

In this CEU, we will look at holistic sustainability approaches to better understand why climate change is on a critical path. We will decipher all the product declarations, labels and standards, giving you the tools to measure success. Finally, we will demystify the carbon story and discuss circularity to arm you with information to move us all forward in our sustainability goals.

Color has the ability to transform a room and complement the many design elements that add up to a beautiful, well-considered space. When selecting the right colors and products for a project, selecting the appropriate finish for walls, trim, millwork and other painted surfaces is a key consideration. This course provides information and practical knowledge on sheen and gloss levels, while illustrating the use of various finishes through a home painted in colors from the Color Trends 2019 Palette.

This 1-hour course offers an overview of the IBC seismic design categories classifications and the effect of soil type, location, and building types on design categories and their installation methods and details, including alternative ceiling suspension designs.

There are many refined metal surface options to add lustrous and reflective qualities in Hospitality, Retail, Office and High-end Kitchen spaces. Over the millennium, metals have been mined and refined for use in decorative objects and surfacing: starting with Copper to Gold, Brass, Bronze and Steel, then modern day Stainless and Aluminum. Decorative and protective finishing techniques enhance thin sheets of metal for easy-to-fabricate millwork used in modern interiors. Today’s vertical metal sheet options have suitable technical certifications and are easy-to-clean and maintain.

Replacing concrete or steel with wood in the built environment is the guiding principle behind the growing mass timber trend in the construction industry. As a more sustainable and cost-effective alternative to steel and concrete framing, mass timber structures contribute 30% less CO2 emissions than their concrete counterparts. Although mass timber has many advantages, it raises the issue of sound attenuation. In this course, we’ll explore the basics of mass timber types, benefits, challenges, and flooring/ceiling assembly solutions.

The presentation includes a discussion on the history, composition and properties of single-ply synthetic and multi-ply polymer-modified roof membranes, and when to use each system based on design criteria. Also covered, is the importance of insulation options and the impact of those properties on roof performance, energy efficiency, and sustainability.

This course explores the future of healthcare environments through the lens of design innovation and foresight research. By examining key signals of change—ranging from workforce challenges and operational demands to evolving patient expectations—participants will gain insights into the trends shaping care delivery today and tomorrow. Rather than viewing these shifts as obstacles, the course highlights opportunities to create healing spaces that align with the real rhythms of healthcare work, empowering providers, patients, and families. Participants will leave with a clearer understanding of how design can play a pivotal role in shaping environments that truly support the people at the center of care.

The increasing demands on providing healthy, safe, and quality designed environments for kitchens is on the rise. Factors to consider are material characteristics and properties, accessibility to planning centers, and appropriate installation methods. This course introduces materials, methods, and techniques when planning an important activity center in a kitchen design.

Kitchens have been called the heart of the home for a reason. It is a highly used space for functionality and gathering of family and friends. Innovations and trends for this beloved space are constantly evolving.

We are at an exciting time in kitchen design where new technologies and materials are being introduced. We will review the latest trends and innovations that are making the kitchen even more functional, safe and benefiting the welfare of its users.

Sustainability is increasingly shaping the fields of design and architecture as the industry works to reduce its environmental impact. This course helps professionals understand sustainability concepts, navigate green building frameworks and certifications, and interpret material health labels and environmental disclosures to make responsible product choices, equipping them to create buildings that support both people and the planet.