The Future of Building Materials: Laminated Engineered Bamboo for Exterior, Interior, and Structural

While the use and specification of engineered bamboo products have skyrocketed in the past few years, it’s hard to keep up with the many uses of this environmentally beneficial material. While bamboo is hard and dense, it is technically a grass, which means it grows extraordinarily fast with few problems. Once it is harvested, the plant can grow again from the same stalk without needing to be replanted. Thanks to technology, engineering, and innovation, the ways that architects can add a warm and sophisticated aesthetic to their projects is growing. This course shows the many ways that laminated engineered bamboo is the building material of the present and the future.

Designing Interior Glass Walls and Office Partitions

Learn to select the right interior glazed walls to meet the aesthetic and performance objectives of commercial projects

Decision Point–Examining the Advantages of Insulated Metal Panels Against Tilt-Up

Understanding insulated metal panels in modern building construction

Sponsored By Metal Construction Association

Credits: AIA/HSW, GBCI, ICC, IIBEC

Type: Article

Celebrating 25 Years of Architecture at the Forefront: 2024 Design Vanguard Winners, Part II

Honoring 10 leading young firms with the Design Vanguard award

Sponsored By Huber Engineered Woods, Think Wood, The Ornamental Metal Institute of New York, The Steel Institute of New York, Hörmann High Performance Doors, Vitro Architectural Glass, Kingspan Insulated Panels, NCARB

Credits: AIA/LU, ICC

Type: Webinar On-Demand

Mastering the Physical Movement of People – Interior Solutions

The performance and appearance of interior spaces within commercial buildings have a measurable impact on occupants

Enhancing Fire Resistance with Advanced PVC Solutions

Key insights for architects and designers on selecting fire-resistant advanced PVC products

Sponsored By AZEK Exteriors | TimberTech

Credits: AIA/HSW, ICC, IIBEC

Type: Webinar

Jun 23 2026 2:00 PM ET

Adaptive Reuse Transformations: Train Stations, Towers, and Hockey Arenas

Speakers will walk through a diverse set of adaptive reuse projects and highlight key lessons for students and educators

Sponsored By Think Wood, Vectorworks, Inc., Vitro Architectural Glass

Credits: AIA/HSW, ICC

Type: Webinar On-Demand

Back to Cool: Designing Learning Spaces That Make the Grade in Acoustics and Aesthetics

Creating Engaging Classrooms Through Sound and Style

Exterior Sunshades - Mastering the Physical Movement of Sun and Light

Harnessing natural light to benefit commercial spaces

Architecture at the Forefront: 2025 Design Vanguard Winners, Part II

Projects, Perspectives, and the Journey of Building a Practice

Sponsored By Think Wood, The Ornamental Metal Institute of New York, The Steel Institute of New York, Vitro Architectural Glass

Credits: AIA/LU, ICC

Type: Webinar On-Demand

Window Shade Fabric Selection: A Performance-Based Approach

Selecting shade fabric based on performance. Specifying interior roller shade fabrics is not a simple interior design decision. Rather, the shade fabric impacts occupant comfort and performance, productivity, and energy efficiencies, and should be evaluated with a whole building approach taking into account the lighting, building facade, surroundings, and location. Various modeling tools can assist designers with fine-tuning material selection, weaves, color, and openness and view through factors for optimized comfort, performance, and aesthetics.

Modern Appeal, Lasting Protection: Metal Siding for High-End Residential Design

Blending Aesthetics, Performance, and Resilience in Modern Residential Exteriors

Sponsored By Metal Construction Association

Credits: AIA/HSW, ICC, IDCEC/HSW, IIBEC

Type: Webinar On-Demand

Interior Fiberglass Mat Gypsum Panels: Evolution of Sustainable Construction

How fiberglass gypsum board contributes to sustainability

Sponsored By Georgia-Pacific Building Products

Credits: AIA/HSW, IDCEC/HSW

Type: Lunch & Learn

When Green Turns to Blue: Integrating Roof Stormwater Management Solutions

Strategies and Design Considerations for Successful Implementation

Glazed Interior Partition Systems: Fundamentals of Aesthetics and Function

Learn to select the right interior glazed walls to meet the aesthetic and performance objectives of commercial projects

Daylighting 301: Managing Daylight with Automated Solar Control

Commercial buildings represent just under one-fifth of U.S. energy consumption, with office space, retail space, and educational facilities representing about half of commercial sector energy consumption. Because of this, it is important for designers to look for ways to reduce energy consumption in commercial buildings. Automated window shades are an effective way to reduce solar heat gain, and therefore reduce HVAC loads. In addition, effective use of daylighting can reduce the amount of artificial light required in a building. Daylighting is the harvesting of natural light to reduce the need for artificial light to light an interior space. Daylighting improves the personal comfort of the building's occupants and the energy efficiency of a facility. Shades play a crucial role in helping a facility reach daylighting autonomy, the minimum use of artificial light and the maximum use of natural light without being overcome by glare. This course provides an overview of the benefits of designing a space with ample views and daylight, the challenges this presents, and how motorized shading can help solve these issues.

Fire and Life Safety Trends and Technologies for Educational Facilities

Learn about the lifecycle of a fire system, building improvement planning, and proactive inspection and maintenance

Interior Fiberglass Mat Gypsum Panels: Evolution of Sustainable Construction

Addresses issues of indoor air quality

Sponsored By Georgia-Pacific Building Products

Credits: AIA/HSW, ICC, PDH

Type: Multimedia

Optimized Plumbing Design for the 21st Century: Smarter Systems for Health, Affordability, and Sustainability

Designing Efficient, Cost-Effective, and Health-Conscious Plumbing Systems for Modern Multifamily Residential Buildings

Creative Collaboration: Partnerships Between Vendors and Architects Hold New Possibilities for Extruded Aluminum

Extruded aluminum has evolved to become even more customized for multifamily and commercial projects

One Foot In, One Foot Out—The Balancing Act of Teaching and Practicing Architecture

Rethinking Architecture’s Parallel Career Path

Sponsored By Think Wood, Vitro Architectural Glass, Kingspan Insulated Panels, ARCAT

Credits: AIA/LU, ICC

Type: Webinar On-Demand

Beyond Energy: How Glass in Architecture Contributes to Occupant Well-Being and Comfort

Glass as a multifaceted solution for post-pandemic commercial and residential construction

Steel and Wood Together? Really? How Mass Timber Turns This Combination Into a Winning Strategy

An in-depth look at why mass timber is an attractive solution to certain building challenges and how it was used in some recently completed projects

Sponsored By The Steel Institute of New York

Credits: AIA/HSW, ICC

Type: Webinar On-Demand

Beyond the Noise: Elevating Building Design, Performance and Experience with Acoustics

Optimizing Soundscapes for Superior Spaces

Precast Concrete Elements and Systems for Building Enclosure

Built to last, designed for now

Sponsored By Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute

Credits: AIA/HSW, GBCI, ICC, IDCEC/HSW

Type: Article

Benefits of Today’s High-Performance Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) with Drainage

The Evolution of EIFS

Universal Design Incorporating Architectural Linear Drains

Designing buildings and spaces for all people, with or without disabilities

Architectural Metal Plate Systems: Durable Design for Today's Buildings

Balancing Form and Function in High-Performance Metal Plate Applications

Optimizing Thermal Comfort and Carbon with Phase Change Material (PCM) Ceilings

Smarter ceilings for comfort and carbon reduction

Why Waterproof Balconies Fail: Design and Remediation Strategies for Commercial and Residential Projects

Preventing Moisture Intrusion and Ensuring Long-Term Durability in Elevated Exterior Assemblies of Wood-Framed Buildings

Transaction Windows: How to Specify the Right Drive-Thru, Pass-Thru or Ticket Window for the Application

Variety of transaction/ticket/cashier windows applications

Propane and the Evolving Energy Landscape for Commercial Buildings

Power sources, storage solutions, and design strategies for efficient and resilient energy use

Sponsored By Propane Education and Research Council

Credits: AIA/HSW, GBCI, ICC, IDCEC/HSW

Type: Article

Mass Timber's Sprawling Footprint: Staying Current With the State of the Art

A concise look at evolving mass timber strategies, with real-world insights on design, delivery and sustainability

Architecture at the Forefront: 2025 Design Vanguard Winners, Part I

Exploring Bold Ideas, Diverse Scales, and the Next Generation of Architecture

Sponsored By Think Wood, Vitro Architectural Glass

Credits: AIA/LU, ICC

Type: Webinar On-Demand

Insulated Metal Panels for Wall and Roofing Retrofits

Boosting energy performance, comfort, and aesthetics, IMP overcladding and reroofing projects are on the rise

Sponsored By Metal Construction Association

Credits: AIA/HSW, GBCI, ICC, IDCEC/HSW, IIBEC

Type: Article

Performance and Productivity with Engineered Mortar Selection

A guide to selecting mortar that supports design intent, durability, and buildability

Smarter, Safer Hot Water: Digital Thermostatic Mixing Stations

Specifying digital mixing and recirculation stations provide a sustainable measurement and verification system that conserves water, saves energy, protects users from hot water burns, and helps minimize the occurrence of Legionella in tempered water delivery systems

Sponsored By WATTS Water Technologies, Inc., Powers

Credits: AIA/HSW, ICC, PDH

Type: Article

Energy Solutions for Universal Design and Multigenerational Homes

All homes have specific considerations and a variety of needs for access, comfort and dependability

Sponsored By Propane Education and Research Council

Credits: AIA/HSW, ICC

Type: Webinar On-Demand

Safe by Design: Security Glazing and High-Performance Glass in Educational Facilities

Protecting Students Through Architectural Innovation and Advanced Glazing Solutions

Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and the Future of the Firm

A Conversation for Emerging Professionals

Sponsored By Think Wood, Vitro Architectural Glass

Credits: AIA/LU, ICC

Type: Webinar On-Demand

CE Center Library

The Future of Building Materials: Laminated Engineered Bamboo for Exterior, Interior, and Structural

Designing Interior Glass Walls and Office Partitions

Decision Point–Examining the Advantages of Insulated Metal Panels Against Tilt-Up

Celebrating 25 Years of Architecture at the Forefront: 2024 Design Vanguard Winners, Part II

Mastering the Physical Movement of People – Interior Solutions

Enhancing Fire Resistance with Advanced PVC Solutions

Adaptive Reuse Transformations: Train Stations, Towers, and Hockey Arenas

Back to Cool: Designing Learning Spaces That Make the Grade in Acoustics and Aesthetics

Exterior Sunshades - Mastering the Physical Movement of Sun and Light

Architecture at the Forefront: 2025 Design Vanguard Winners, Part II

Window Shade Fabric Selection: A Performance-Based Approach

Modern Appeal, Lasting Protection: Metal Siding for High-End Residential Design

Interior Fiberglass Mat Gypsum Panels: Evolution of Sustainable Construction

When Green Turns to Blue: Integrating Roof Stormwater Management Solutions

Glazed Interior Partition Systems: Fundamentals of Aesthetics and Function

Daylighting 301: Managing Daylight with Automated Solar Control

Fire and Life Safety Trends and Technologies for Educational Facilities

Interior Fiberglass Mat Gypsum Panels: Evolution of Sustainable Construction

Optimized Plumbing Design for the 21st Century: Smarter Systems for Health, Affordability, and Sustainability

Creative Collaboration: Partnerships Between Vendors and Architects Hold New Possibilities for Extruded Aluminum

One Foot In, One Foot Out—The Balancing Act of Teaching and Practicing Architecture

Beyond Energy: How Glass in Architecture Contributes to Occupant Well-Being and Comfort

Steel and Wood Together? Really? How Mass Timber Turns This Combination Into a Winning Strategy

Beyond the Noise: Elevating Building Design, Performance and Experience with Acoustics

Precast Concrete Elements and Systems for Building Enclosure

Benefits of Today’s High-Performance Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) with Drainage

Universal Design Incorporating Architectural Linear Drains

Architectural Metal Plate Systems: Durable Design for Today's Buildings

Optimizing Thermal Comfort and Carbon with Phase Change Material (PCM) Ceilings

Why Waterproof Balconies Fail: Design and Remediation Strategies for Commercial and Residential Projects

Transaction Windows: How to Specify the Right Drive-Thru, Pass-Thru or Ticket Window for the Application

Propane and the Evolving Energy Landscape for Commercial Buildings

Mass Timber's Sprawling Footprint: Staying Current With the State of the Art

Architecture at the Forefront: 2025 Design Vanguard Winners, Part I

Insulated Metal Panels for Wall and Roofing Retrofits

Performance and Productivity with Engineered Mortar Selection

Smarter, Safer Hot Water: Digital Thermostatic Mixing Stations

Energy Solutions for Universal Design and Multigenerational Homes

Safe by Design: Security Glazing and High-Performance Glass in Educational Facilities

Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and the Future of the Firm