CE Center Library

Designing NFPA 285-Compliant Exterior Wall Assemblies: Navigating Code Changes, Material Selection and Exterior Wall Assembly Performance

Learn how evolving NFPA 285 requirements influence material selection, wall design, code compliance, fire performance, energy efficiency and moisture management

Sponsored By Henry, a Carlisle Company

Credits: AIA/HSW, ICC, IIBEC

Type: Webinar On-Demand

Unlocking Sustainable Design: Navigating Building Codes, Energy Efficiency, Thermal Resilience, and Rainscreen Assembly Strategies

Exploring sustainable cladding systems to enhance design, energy efficiency, and thermal resilience

Sponsored By CLADIATOR®

Credits: AIA/HSW, GBCI, IIBEC

Type: Lunch & Learn

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 (MCA)

Credits: AIA/HSW, GBCI, ICC, IIBEC

Type: Article

Innovative Design Applications Using Advanced Fire-Rated Glazing Technology

How fire rated glazing has evolved

Sponsored By SAFTI FIRST Fire Rated Glazing Solutions

Credits: AIA/HSW

Type: Lunch & Learn

Unlock Enhanced Building Performance: Improved Durability and Efficiency Using Air Barriers and Vapor Retarders

Discover the science of when and how to use air barriers and vapor retarders in roof & wall assemblies

Sponsored By GAF | Siplast

Credits: AIA/HSW, ICC, IIBEC

Type: Webinar On-Demand

Continuity by Design: Code, Building Science, and Detailing in Wood-Framed Construction

Strategies for Managing Water, Air, Vapor, and Thermal Control Across the Building Enclosure

Sponsored By Huber Engineered Woods

Credits: AIA/HSW, IIBEC

Type: Webinar

Dec 2 2026 2:00 PM ET

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 (MCA)

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

Type: Webinar On-Demand

Comparing Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for Structural Materials

How material choices in the building envelope shape environmental impacts

Sponsored By Telling Industries

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

Sponsored By Armstrong World Industries

Credits: AIA/HSW, ICC, IDCEC/HSW

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 (MCA)

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

Type: Article

Less Is More Sustainable: Taking a Pre-engineered Approach to Reducing Embodied Carbon

Architects are embracing pre-engineered solutions that reduce embodied carbon and increase energy efficiency

Sponsored By Armstrong World Industries

Credits: GBCI

Type: Webinar On-Demand

Designing Right-Sized Plumbing Systems for Housing Affordability, Water Efficiency, and Public Health

Creating spaces that are safe, welcoming, and healthy for all occupants

Sponsored By IAPMO

Credits: AIA/HSW, GBCI, ICC, PDH

Type: Article

More than a Door: An Introduction to Fire-Rated Frames, Glass and Hardware for Doors, Sidelites, Transoms and Storefronts

A full system dive into engineering code-compliant fire doors, windows and wall systems

Sponsored By Technical Glass Products (TGP)

Credits: AIA/HSW, ICC, IIBEC

Type: Webinar

Nov 17 2026 2:00 PM ET

Enhancing Occupant Wellness and Sustainability Through High-Performance Ceiling Design

Integrating Phase Change Material Technology to Improve Comfort, Carbon Performance, and Building Efficiency

Sponsored By Armstrong World Industries

Credits: AIA/HSW, ICC

Type: Webinar On-Demand

Overview of Firewalls and the Use of Glass Mat Gypsum Shaftliner Panels

The advantages of using glass mat shaftliner panels

Sponsored By Georgia-Pacific Building Products

Credits: AIA/HSW

Type: Lunch & Learn

Exploring How Propane-Fueled Hydronic Heating Technologies Improve Sustainability and Occupant Comfort

Unlocking the Benefits of Propane-Powered Hydronic Systems

Sponsored By Propane Education and Research Council

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

Type: Article

Cold Storage Roofing - Building Science, Assembly Design & Field Best Practices

From building science to field details, designing high-performance cold storage roofs

Sponsored By Carlisle SynTec Systems

Credits: AIA/HSW, ICC, IIBEC

Type: Webinar On-Demand

Rewards and Challenges of Design-Assist

Lessons for Students in Collaborative Project Delivery

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

Credits: AIA/HSW, ICC

Type: Webinar On-Demand

Unveiling the Vital Role of Material Health in Preserved Gardens and Moss Walls: An Introductory Overview

Selecting installations with assurance using testing, credentials, and third-party, independent certification

Sponsored By Garden on the Wall^®

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

Type: Multimedia

Aesthetics in Designing With Metal Composite Material (MCM)

Curved, bended, textured, or patterned, metal composite material panels can be used to create decorative, eye-catching facade designs

Sponsored By Metal Construction Association (MCA)

Credits: AIA/LU, ICC, IDCEC, IIBEC

Type: Article

Mastering the Physical Movement of People – Interior Solutions

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

Sponsored By Construction Specialties

Credits: AIA/HSW, ICC, IDCEC/HSW

Type: Multimedia

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

Overview of Firewalls and the Use of Glass Mat Gypsum Shaftliner Panels

Advantages of using glass mat shaftliner panels for firewall assemblies

Sponsored By Georgia-Pacific Building Products

Credits: AIA/HSW, ICC

Type: Multimedia

Enhancing Building Resiliency with High-Density Fiber Cement Rainscreen Cladding

Explore the Evolution, Design Versatility, and Performance Benefits of Fiber Cement Rainscreen Systems for Modern and Traditional Architecture

Sponsored By Sto Corp.

Credits: AIA/HSW, ICC, IIBEC

Type: Webinar On-Demand

The Perfect Partner: Specifying perforated metal panels in adaptive reuse projects

Transforming abandoned structures into inspiring and sustainable commercial spaces

Sponsored By Metal Construction Association (MCA)

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

Type: Article

Designing Resilient Building Envelopes for Data Centers

The Importance of Control Layer Continuity and a Whole-Building Envelope Strategy from Day One

Sponsored By Carlisle

Credits: AIA/HSW, ICC, IDCEC/HSW

Type: Webinar On-Demand

Liquid Gold: Harnessing Rainwater for a Sustainable Future

Innovative approaches to conservation, efficiency, and climate resilience in contemporary architecture

Sponsored By WATTS Water Technologies, Inc.

Credits: AIA/HSW, GBCI, ICC

Type: Article

Benefits of Rigid Cover Boards in Commercial Roofing Systems

Using a roof coverboard on every project is the emerging norm - and the type matters

Sponsored By Georgia-Pacific Building Products

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

Type: Article

A Beautiful Railing: Pre-Engineered Railing Systems and Components for Architectural Metal Work

Key considerations when specifying stock components

Sponsored By Julius Blum & Co. Inc.

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

Type: Multimedia

Designing and Integrating Modern Data Centers

Understanding technology, cooling strategies, and architectural solutions to support the rise of AI and cloud infrastructure

Sponsored By Construction Specialties

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

Type: Article

Harvesting Rain: System Design for Strategic Rainwater Capture

Conserving water through rainwater harvesting saves natural resources, providing water for use in buildings and for site irrigation

Sponsored By WATTS Water Technologies, Inc.

Credits: AIA/HSW

Type: Lunch & Learn

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

Sponsored By National Glass Association

Credits: AIA/HSW

Type: Article

Energy Efficiency and Resilience of Building and Renovating With Propane

Exploring propane’s energy advantages for residential renovations and new construction

Sponsored By Propane Education and Research Council

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

Type: Article

Focus on the Façade: Exploring Steel, Timber & Fire-Rated Curtain Walls and Channel Glass Systems

Design-forward glazing solutions that balance performance, safety, and architectural expression in today’s evolving building envelope

Sponsored By Technical Glass Products (TGP)

Credits: AIA/HSW, ICC

Type: Webinar On-Demand

Versatility of Design and LEED Certification with Metal Composite Materials

How this sustainable and resilient cladding material encourages creativity and helps buildings achieve LEED certification

Sponsored By Metal Construction Association (MCA)

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

Type: Article

The WELL Building Standard - Commercial Office Space

A real-world project, certification, and products used

Sponsored By Excel Dryer, Inc.

Credits: AIA/HSW, GBCI, ICC

Type: Article

Key Factors for Enclosure Resilience: Heat, UV, Water, and Air Performance

Designing Beyond Code for Building Resiliency and Durability

Sponsored By Air Barrier Association of America

Credits: AIA/HSW, ICC, IIBEC

Type: Webinar On-Demand

How It's Made: Terra Cotta Roof, Wall Cladding, and Floor Tile

Explore how terra cotta tiles are crafted—from raw clay to sustainable, finished building products

Sponsored By Ludowici

Credits: AIA/HSW, GBCI, ICC, IIBEC

Type: Webinar On-Demand

Fire-Rated Glazing Essentials: Addressing Common Design Questions

Real-World Strategies for Integrating Fire-Rated Glass into Architectural Design

Sponsored By Technical Glass Products (TGP)

Credits: AIA/HSW, ICC

Type: Webinar On-Demand

Exploring Metal Composite Material (MCM) Finishes

Available in custom colors and specialty finishes, high-performance MCM wall finishes are taking design to a new level

Sponsored By Metal Construction Association (MCA)

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

Type: Article