AIA NEI Programs and Webinars

Healthy Home

Thursday, February 26, 2026 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Buildings have a become a complex network of control systems which must work together to prevent failure, but often times these systems are incorporated incorrectly and lead to significant damage and unhealthy living conditions. This course will explore the four control layers in the building envelope and how they must work together to create a healthy home. 

Learning Objectives

1. Understand why moisture management and drainage gaps, behind claddings, are more critical as we focus more on air tightness in the structure's envelope.
2. Recognize that a true air barrier is created with a continuous plane around the entire building envelope.
3. Understand how all control layers in the building envelope work together to prevent failure.
4. Recognize the importance of communication between trades, design professionals, and manufacturers are vital to ensure proper detailing in the building envelope.

CE 1 LU | HSW

 

IECC Energy Review and Masonry Compliance Options

Thursday, March 12, 2026 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Join us as we review masonry wall compliance options and the exterior envelope R-Value requirements of the 2021 and other iterations of the IECC. We will examine exterior wall R-values and learn to define and incorporate Continuous Insulation (CI) and other design tactics and innovations. We will also present new masonry wall systems that achieve superior moisture management, higher R-values, zero lot line capability, faster construction, pre-installed air barriers and compliance with current IECC.

CE: 1 LU | HSW

Smokin NFPA 285 Lessons Learned from the Field

Thursday, March 26, 2026 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

When considering the building enclosure, fire safety is an important design factor and needs to be considered hand-in-hand with energy code requirements. The NFPA 285 "Standard Fire Test Method for Evaluation of Fire Propagation Characteristics of Exterior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Assemblies Containing Combustible Components" is a common consideration with modern building assemblies that use combustible materials.

This presentation will review the history and scope of the NFPA 285 test standard and its adoption within the International Building Code (IBC). It will outline the criteria for compliance, as well as identify triggers and contributors under the standard. The presentation will review how the selection building components such as insulation, air/water resistive barriers and claddings, can affect the fire performance of an assembly and identify solutions and common paths for compliance.

CE 1 LU | HSW

Air Barriers Assemblies: Technology, Installation and Code Compliance

Thursday, April 9, 2026 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Advancements in air barrier technology and higher accountability for indoor air quality, energy efficiency and fire protection lead to increasingly complex design and construction requirements. This course reviews technology options and critical design and installation practices of exterior wall assemblies to ensure long term stability, code compliance, and occupant health, safety, and welfare.

CE: 1 LU | HSW

Designing for Neurodiversity

Thursday, April 23, 2026 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Designing for neurodiversity is an informative seminar that explores the intricate challenges inherent in creating environments that cater to the neurodiverse. While rooted in educational considerations, this course extends its scope to various settings. Participants will gain valuable insights and practical knowledge to inform design decisions that prioritize inclusivity and well-being for neurodiverse populations, including those with autism, ADHD, and sensory processing disorders.

Learning objectives:

1. Understand the diverse range of neurodiverse conditions and individuals, including but not limited to autism, ADHD, and sensory processing disorders, to inform design decisions that promote inclusivity and well-being.
2. Review relevant local and international guidelines, legislation, and best practices related to neurodiversity, ensuring that design choices align with industry standards and support the safety, health, and welfare of neurodiverse populations.
3. Understand the various sensory sensitivities and differences experienced by neurodiverse individuals, including those related to light, sound, touch, and spatial perception, and integrate this knowledge into design solutions that create environments accommodating these differences.
4. Review key design considerations that foster neurodiversity-friendly spaces across different settings and contexts, striking a balance between sensory-sensitive design and functionality to create safe and accessible environments for all.

 CE 1 LU | HSW

Maximizing Envelope Performance with IMPs & Integrated Components

Thursday, September 17, 2026 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

This webinar explores an advanced insulated metal composite panel building envelope system, components that have been engineered to integrate with the system – including windows, daylighting panels, sunshades, and louvers – and how the IMP system and integrated components combine to create a high-performance building envelope.

CE: 1 LU | HSW