RIBA Core Curriculum: Designing & building it
The following CPD materials fall within the ‘Designing and building it: structural design, construction, technology and engineering’ RIBA Core Curriculum topic area.
This seminar provides a guide to the basic principles of successfully specifying architectural ironmongery. It covers the technical terms used when describing ironmongery, provides an insight into relevant standards and regulations, and includes best practice guidelines relating to ironmongery, as set out within Approved Document M and BS 8300.
Allgood plc is one of the world's leading companies involved in the supply of solutions for doors and door openings. With a vast array of products incorporating architectural ironmongery, doorsets, security systems and washrooms, Allgood specialises in unique fine design and performance products matched by exemplary service.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 45 minutes.
The composition of natural stone tells us a lot about the abilities of the materials, and is important to know if one is to specify the right materials for a project. This seminar includes details on the formation and properties of a wide range of natural stones, different surfaces and applications, and how natural stone is quarried and tested.
Lundhs was founded in 1962 and operates quarries in the south of Norway that boast unique resources. Materials are exported and widely used throughout the world. Still family owned, Lundhs is one of the largest quarry owners in Northern Europe and frequently collaborates with architects and specifiers by providing technical support and knowledge about natural stone.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: one hour.
A presentation that allows architects to assess aluminium window systems in terms of their material, function and performance – as well as in relation to their specific project requirements. Over the years this seminar has become an essential part of architects’ continuous learning, providing important insights into the nuances and practices of this industry.
Find out more about: the advantages of specifying aluminium windows and doors; how to specify the correct window system for each project including finishes, glass and ironmongery; the correct window and door security standards, and when to specify them; glass specifications, and impacts on security, thermal performance and acoustics; the infinite ‘cradle to grave’ lifecycle properties of aluminium as a sustainable building material and; the performance values and standards required for modern buildings.
Metal Technology Ltd is one of the UK and Ireland's leading architectural aluminium systems companies. Specialising in the innovative design and distribution of fenestration systems, Metal Technology offers architects glazing solutions for modern window, door and curtain walling construction. The company is ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 quality and environmentally accredited and is an approved CWCT training centre. Metal Technology’s success has been built upon a core focus and investment in support, product development and reducing its environmental impact.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 45 minutes.