Featured CPD
An interesting mix of CPD seminars covering everything from carpets to paving and traditional stonework to cutting-edge lighting technology.
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Advanced Carpet Technology
Explores best practice, regulatory requirements and solutions for the design and installation of commercial carpet. Drawing on case studies and supporting data from independent sources within the industry, it explores the latest product types and carpet manufacturing technologies.
Ege carpets supplies approximately seven million square meters of carpet worldwide each year. Ege can service any project requirement from either its ready-made collections, fully bespoke solutions or close working relationships with world class designers. As a socially- and environmentally-focused business, its award-winning carpets are 100% cradle-to-cradle certified.
Duration: one hour, plus Q&A
An Introduction to Home AV
A look at the growing importance of technology in the home, and how it can be better harnessed to meets the needs of clients. Discusses how to futureproof homes and the opportunities that arise when technology complements design and build. Other topics covered include: the size of the home AV market; vision, brackets and video distribution; sound reproduction and music sources; and, the benefits of smart homes.
Since 1925 Bang & Olufsen has created iconic audio and home entertainment products to the highest standards of sound, craft and design. It hasn’t just predicted, but shaped home design trends. Its century of firsts includes reinventing the turntable and introducing touch-sensitive controls that defined the look of an era. Bang & Olufsen pioneered the creation of universal remote controls, as well as connected home speaker setups. Its latest speaker technology leads the electronics industry in longevity and upgradeability. Bang & Olufsen continues to represent history in the making.
Duration: one hour, plus Q&A
Fixing Systems - Architecture with Stone Sessions
A fascinating session aimed at both beginners and advanced professionals. Covers the main concerns, technical analyses and procedures involved in the selection of natural stone and most suitable fixing systems.
LSI Stone is a Portuguese company that specialises in the supply and processing of natural stone. It is located in Pedreiras, in the heart of Estremadura’s limestone massif, the most important center for limestone extraction in Portugal.
Specifying Heat Recovery Ventilation in the Design of Domestic High Code Level and Passivhaus Properties
Gain a better understanding of what heat recovery ventilation is, how it relates (and is vital) to High Code Level homes and Passivhaus compliance, and best practice in specifying heat recovery ventilation.
Zehnder supplies a variety of climate enhancing products and systems, including heating and cooling ceiling systems, decorative radiators, trench heaters and ventilation. Zehnder heating and cooling ceiling systems provide even heat distribution through ceiling panels and grid configurations across a wide range of building applications. Zehnder decorative radiators and towel rails combine style with functionality, and are ideal for both new build and renovation projects. Trench heating is simple to install and virtually unseen. Ventilation systems combine fresh air with Zehnder’s extensive knowledge of heating for ventilated classrooms without draughts.
Sustainable Paving Solutions
A practical guide to concrete paving, including how it’s manufactured, how it performs in comparison to natural stone, and how to design effective concrete paving bedding solutions.
Founded more than 60 years ago, AG specialises in the manufacture of paving flags, blocks, retaining walls and facing brick. An innovative, technology-driven company, it uses advanced manufacturing methods and stringent quality control. Every one of its walling, paving and facing brick products has been painstakingly designed and manufactured to meet the most demanding design and performance standards. AG works in partnership with its employees, local community, customers, suppliers and and other stakeholders to have a positive impact on the environment.
Duration: 30 minutes, plus Q&A