Latest CPD
Here are the latest CPD materials to have been assessed and approved by the RIBA.
This presentation aims to explain both the benefits of using entrance flooring systems and current legislation requirements. Design considerations and a zonal approach to entrance matting are discussed to help the architect deliver the most effective solution to any project. The seminar also covers the main types of matting systems, colours and finishes, and other design options.
Construction Specialties is a global manufacturer of specialist architectural building products. Over 40 years ago Construction Specialties launched its first line of architectural entrance flooring systems. More recently it has introduced a new generation of entrance flooring using high-end finishes in custom geometric configurations. The company’s product offering also includes impact protection, hygienic coatings, expansion joint covers, louvres, solar shading and explosion venting.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 45 minutes
This CPD seminar offers guidance on how the selection of core material, fixing systems and door furniture specification can impact on the design of high-end flush-fronted washrooms. It also covers material finishes available, how they can influence washroom design, and their appropriate use and life expectancy.
With over 30 years’ experience, Amwell Systems is one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of washroom cubicles, vanity units and IPS (Integrated Plumbing System) panelling systems. Its largest market sectors are the education, commercial and leisure industries, while its focus is always on offering customers the highest quality products and latest in design innovation.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: one hour
Delivered by Guy Harding, Vice President (Membership) of the Institution of Lighting Professionals, this seminar – the first in a series of three – provides an introduction to lighting and the effect it has in creating desirable urban landscapes. Learning outcomes include an awareness of basic lighting concepts, an understanding of how lighting is designed, and its integration with architecture.
Marshalls is one of the UK's leading hard landscaping manufacturers. Its success is built on its ability to understand specifiers' aspirations and objectives. With over 100 years’ experience of enhancing the landscape environment, it has generated a wealth of knowledge and become an authoritative voice within the industry.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 45 minutes
This CPD seminar addresses several technically and aesthetically challenging scenarios, covering both residential and commercial rooflighting projects, before presenting a variety of solutions that enhance the overall design of a building.
Founded in 1993, The Rooflight Company employs a team of in-house designers that works closely with clients to create bespoke designs, factoring in any necessary specifications. This ensures the company is able to respond to all client briefs in a unique and sensitive way.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 45 minutes
This is a seminar aimed at specifiers who want to know more about flooring. It includes advice and information on how to expedite projects with short time frames, reduce costs and gain BREEAM certification by providing a detailed overview of the correct specification process for perfect flooring installations.
It takes a high degree of effort and creativity to fulfil a vision shared with clients. It requires attention to detail and an ability to solve complex problems. UZIN product systems are of the highest quality, safe for the environment, and backed by first-class technical support.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 45 minutes
This workshop tour incorporates the following learning outcomes: a good understanding of how a contemporary hardwood door is manufactured; a better understanding of the types of hardwood and their benefits; the ability to interpret CAD drawings used for manufacture; a greater ability to specify doors correctly and; an understanding of the various issues related to making doors.
Urban Front designs and makes hardwood contemporary front, internal feature, and garage doors with steel reinforcement and high security locks, with pivot or 3D hinges. The company specialises in oversized and flush doors up to 1.5m x 3m, in six hardwoods: European oak, iroko, American walnut, fumed oak and wenge. A choice of any RAL colour finish is also available.
Approximate duration: one hour
This seminar includes: a brief history on the use of timber windows in architecturally significant buildings; information on timber window performance and latest technology; advice on balancing old and new to produce appropriate, sympathetic solutions to projects in sensitive planning areas, listed/historic buildings or modern, traditional style buildings; guidance on achieving optimum specifications; suggested solutions to otherwise intractable conflicts; and a discussion on the challenges architects face while trying both to protect a building’s integrity and optimise its performance.
JELD-WEN is one of the UK’s largest manufacturers of timber doorsets, windows and stairs. Its commitment to quality, sustainability and regulatory compliance are at the core of every item it manufactures. JELD-WEN is part of JELD-WEN Inc, a global leader in windows and doors, based in the USA.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: one hour
With C2C still a relatively new concept in the UK for the built environment, this event is in two parts:
First, a series of six presentations that initially define and explain what C2C is and then provide a context for its use within the built environment. Other presentations will outline what the business model is and examine what lessons may be learned from looking at other models in other sectors.
Second, a discussion based on the information gleaned from those presentations, concerning the relevance and real and potential opportunities that C2C provides for companies and the built environment – especially within the commercial and retail fit-out sectors.
The event takes place 2.30pm-6.30pm on 8 July 2015 at The Jarvis Hall, Royal Institute of British Architects, 66 Portland Place, London W1B 1AD.
The RIBA Journal is Britain's most influential architecture magazine and the official publication of the Royal Institute of British Architects. It was first published in 1893.
Approximate duration: four hours