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REGREEN: Home PerformanceThis course explores a whole-house systems approach to home performance remodeling as described in a case study. It identifies strategies for integrating energy efficiency and combustion safety, moisture management, ventilation, overall building durability, and before and after diagnostic testing. By the conclusion of the course, participants will be able to describe the key elements of a home performance project and be able to articulate the benefits to clients.Presented by:  |
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Today' s Trends in Healthcare DesignThis course, which features editorial content from the HEALTHCARE DESIGN, consists of a roundtable discussion on today's trends in the healthcare design field. The discussion is between Jain Malkin, president, Jain Malkin Inc., and George J. Mann, AIA, professor, The Skaggs Sprague Endowed Chair of Health Facilities Design, College of Architecture, Texas A&M University and Chairman of the RPD Group, with HEALTHCARE DESIGN Editor Richard L. Peck as the moderator. This course will also take participants on a "guided tour" of some recent projects of Jain Malkin's.Presented by:  |
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The Next Space RaceThere has been a lot of progress with evidence-based design but there is still a long way to go. This course, which features editorial content from ICON, will look into some new technology and cases that further reiterate design's affects on behavior. Better understanding this relationship could revolutionize practice.Presented by:  |
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The State of Healthcare Design in the Arabian PeninsulaHealthcare in the Middle East has undergone a building boom since the late 1990s. There are presently more than 100 hospitals in the planning stages for future construction in the Middle East and North Africa. This course, which features editorial content from the Healthcare Design, takes survey of some of the significant projects being built in countries from the United Arab Emirates to Qatar and Saudi Arabia.Presented by: |
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Nature Inspired DesignDid you know that nature inspired environments are thought to assist in the healing process? This course, which features editorial content from the Healthcare Design article "Variation on a theme" illustrates how an interior designer can have a hand in helping brand a hospital; specifically the Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo, Michigan, where a nature theme was inspired by a book. This course will also delve into the benefits of using nature in design.Presented by: |
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Train To RetainMost owners of design firms already know it's a good idea to provide some kind of training program for their junior designers. It strengthens their business and helps retain the most promising talent. But training becomes more than a good idea when the economy heads south; it becomes a necessity. This course will share some designers' insights on training and retaining employees.Presented by:  |
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REGREEN: A Guide for REGREEN Remodeling ProjectsGreen remodeling is the design and construction of projects that reduce the environmental impacts of remodeling. By the end of this course participants will be able to explain the market demand for green remodeling, describe the way the REGREEN Guidelines can be accessed, and select appropriate strategies for applying REGREEN guidelines to their next remodeling project.Presented by: |
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REGREEN: A Bath RemodelThis course explores specific REGREEN bath renovation strategies as described in a case study and identifies best practices to incorporate into future bath remodeling projects. By the end of this course participants will be able to describe the key elements in a green bath renovation and to explain the benefits of green bath remodeling to clients.Presented by: |
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REGREEN: A Deep Energy RetrofitThis course explores specific strategies for maximizing energy efficiency as described in a case study and describes tactics to incorporate into future green residential remodeling projects. By the end of this course participants will be able to explain the key elements in deep energy retrofits and to articulate their benefits to clients.Presented by: |
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REGREEN: A Kitchen RemodelThis course explores kitchen renovation strategies as described in a case study and identifies tactics to incorporate into future kitchen remodeling projects. By the end of this course participants will be able to explain the key elements in a green kitchen renovation and will be able to articulate the benefits of green kitchen remodeling to clients.Presented by: |
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Introduction to Healthcare DesignAre you interested in learning more about healthcare interior design? This course, which features editorial content from the Healthcare Design article "What's the difference?" by Alison LeVino Jones, ASID, AAHID, IIDA, LEED AP, offers a succinct overview. Learn about the role of the healthcare interior designer in the design process, as well as the roles of The American Academy of Healthcare Interior Designers (AAHID) and The Center for Health Design. Gain additional insights as Jones's recounts personal experiences with healthcare interior design and illustrates sample of her healthcare interior design work.Presented by:  |
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Profit and LossHave you ever had a project that went over budget? It happens to even the smartest designers. This course shares advice from real designers who have been in this situation, and will provide some steps you can take to prevent it from happening again, or at least from happening too often.Presented by: |
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Lighting the WayDid you know that older adults need as much as three times more light than younger adults? This course will explain how thoughtful and knowledgeable lighting design will help aging clients maintain an independent lifestyle.Presented by: |
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Batten Down the Hatches- Some Practical Business and Legal Advice to Help Interior Designers Weather the Poor Economic StormThis course will introduce designers to various risk management techniques that should be implemented within their practices. These risk management techniques will address contract matters, compensation alternatives, client retention and sensible business practices. This program is perfect for the current economic times.Presented by: Alan Siegal, Esq. and ASID |
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Ten Survival Techniques for a Small Design FirmAs with most small businesses of every kind, there will continue to be difficulties in dealing with such issues as finding your next project and client since most of the marketplace has pulled back and taken a "wait and see" approach. But this course will give you some techniques that will help your business survive in these unsettling times but just as important, ensure that you are well positioned in the marketplace when better, more prosperous economic times return.Presented by: Michael Thomas from the Design Collective Group and ASID |
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Tools Tips and Tactics: Job Search in a tough marketLooking for a job in this challenging climate? Due to demand currently we created a webinar to share our expertise on what tools you need to start an effective job search campaign. This course is perfect for someone who hasn't been on a job search in the past few years and it will cover creating a strong resume and cover letter, effective project lists and portfolios, tips to networking and marketing yourself and much more.Presented by: Kenneth Roberts from Interior Talent and ASID |
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Environmental Scanning for Interior DesignersOne of the smartest ways to boost your business is to understand the external drivers that impact you so that you can leverage them to your benefit. This course presents 2007 and 2008 forecasts, trends and speculations that will help you strategically approach your interior design business objectives and planning. You will understand the big picture from a global perspective, identify economic, demographic and lifestyle drivers in the U.S. and discover the major trends and issues impacting interior designers today.Presented by: |
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Designing Better WorkplacesThis course presents major research findings on the ways in which interior design contributes to worker productivity, recruitment, retention and satisfaction. You will find the information easily applicable for the interior designer, helping you demonstrate to potential clients the many ways in which your services can contribute to the bottom line through the creation of safer, more productive workspaces.Presented by: |
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Know Your ClientKnowing the project specifications and scope of work your client wants is important, but the key to a successful project is understanding your client's needs, expectations and what they value most from the working relationship. This course provides consulting methods, specific tips and strategic maps by specialty area to help guide interior designers' business practices in an effective and professional manner. These methods not only secure and guarantee a client's business, but also ensure the client's experiences are positive and develop a long-standing relationship that benefits all parties in the years to come.Presented by: |
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Sustainable Materials and ProductsA practical, sustainable approach to materials choices can improve the environmental performance of each and every project. Through a better understanding of the use of environmentally sustainable materials, interiors designers will learn to bring added value and long term benefits to their projects while enhancing their own professional practice. The most common environmental and human health considerations about building materials are emphasized.Presented by: |