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DesignRail® by feeney aluminum railing frame systems combine the durability of aluminum with innovative design details to ensure lasting beauty, structural integrity and affordability while drastically reducing long term maintenance expenses.

The fast and easy way to create your own custom assemblies, our Cable Rail standard assemblies are an easy to use option for most railing installations, but some projects have construction or design needs that require a different solution.

Easy-to-install, prefabricated cable assemblies are an attractive, budget-friendly, and low-maintenance alternative to commonly used metal and wood picket infill.

An integrated platform delivers faster decisions on land and plan mix, a shorter and more personalized path from first click to contract, cleaner schedules, and tighter trade orchestration—without the IT burden of stitching together multiple solutions. Consolidate tools, eliminate handoffs, and make real-time decisions that move the numbers. Learn more about what a unified platform could look like in your business.

This On Demand CEU is a recorded presentation from a previously live webinar event. Wood, in its natural state, is a highly sustainable material. But there are many factors that can either diminish or improve its sustainability, including how and where it’s harvested, how end products are treated and finished, and the lifecycle of the material. This course will explore the sustainability of wood wall and ceiling systems, and considerations for specifying wood products that are sustainably sourced.

We will cover different manufacturing and treatment processes, and environmental factors affecting wood, its lifecycle, reuse, and salvageability. We will also discuss applications for wood ceilings and walls, certifications available for projects specifying these materials, and insight into the world of sustainable wood systems.

This On Demand CEU is a recorded presentation from a previously live webinar event. Reusing existing buildings is one of the most effective strategies architects have to reduce embodied carbon and structural steel plays a critical role in making reuse viable, adaptable, and measurable. This course examines how steel supports circular design strategies that extend building life, enable program change, and reduce carbon impacts beyond end-of-life recycling.

Using whole-building life-cycle assessment as a framework, the session explores how retaining and adapting steel structures compares to new construction. Case studies demonstrate how architects leveraged existing steel frames, selective reinforcement, and targeted interventions to achieve substantial embodied carbon savings while delivering new uses, density, and performance. The course emphasizes actionable design decisions architects can make early to preserve value, reduce waste, and document carbon outcomes.

This On Demand CEU is a recorded presentation from a previously live webinar event. Artificial intelligence is moving beyond isolated tools and generative outputs. The next phase is agentic: systems that reason across data, coordinate work, and act alongside human teams. This transformation will be both beneficial and disruptive. Productivity will increase. Many new roles will emerge. Expectations will change.

For architecture and engineering firms, this shift reshapes the entire project lifecycle: planning, staffing, forecasting, design coordination, risk detection, and delivery. AI is becoming the connective layer across disciplines, while robotics and new delivery technologies close long-standing gaps between design and construction.

In this session, we take a practical, wide-angle view of what an AI-enabled, agentic A&E firm could look like. We will discuss specific products, real-world applications, and emerging platforms, not to promote tools, but to ground the conversation in practical reality. The focus is on how AI reshapes workflows, roles, decision-making, and firm structure and how to prepare intentionally.

Fireplaces remain one of the most sought-after features for today’s homebuyers, offering warmth, ambiance, and a sense of luxury that enhances livability and perceived value. In this webinar, we’ll explore how thoughtfully specifying fireplaces can help builders meet evolving buyer expectations while maximizing profitability. Attendees will learn about the latest trends shaping fireplace design, from energy-efficient technologies to contemporary aesthetics and modern venting options. The session will also cover key considerations for selecting the right fireplace for different home styles, budgets, and regional requirements. Whether you build entry-level homes or high-end custom projects, discover how incorporating the right fireplace solutions can elevate buyer satisfaction, differentiate your homes, and ultimately boost your bottom line.

Discover how architecture and planning teams are transforming early-stage design through the integration of GIS, BIM, and open data. In this webinar, Adam Sjödin from Sweco Architects joins Nora Nanov, Esri Product Manager for GIS + BIM, and Marc Goldman, Esri’s Director of AEC Industry Solutions to explore how GIS technology enables architects to work in real-world context from the earliest stages of a project. Together, they’ll showcase real-world examples from Sweco’s projects in Sweden, where municipal open data, Forma, Revit, and web-based GIS come together to enhance site selection, design coordination, and stakeholder collaboration.

Discover how curated, legally licensed, and remotely managed music can transform your design centers and model homes into emotionally engaging spaces. This session explores how music can elevate mood, strengthen brand identity, and create a memorable customer experience.