Continuing Education

What happened at the Bauhaus school? Why does it still resonate with designers?

This course gives an overview of the Bauhaus movement and its major design principles. The presentation delves into the following aspects in more detail: cross-disciplinary integrated design, innovation and experimentation, and functionality. The curriculum demonstrates how these Bauhaus concepts are still alive today, and relates the principles to modern-day trends in architecture and design.

Designers: IDCEC Course Number: provided upon completion, Continuing Education Units: 0.1
Architects: AIA Course Number: SC0813, Learning Units: 1

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Do humans have an innate connection to Nature? If so, what does that mean for interior design?

Attendees in this course gain an understanding of the concept of Biophilia, and learn how biophilic design principles can be used when designing interiors. The content focuses on visual and material elements that give occupants a connection to nature, especially through surface materials. Attendees learn how Biophilia and “positive distraction” can reinforce beneficial effects for wellness. The curriculum also reviews current building standards that give credit for using biophilic principles in interior design.

Designers: IDCEC Course Number: provided upon completion, Continuing Education Units: 0.1, Designation: HSW
Architects: AIA Course Number: SC0791, Learning Units: 1

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Do cleaning codes matter? Should clients use disinfecting wipes on furniture? What is a bleach ratio?

This course provides an overview of cleaning and disinfection practices for surface materials in the built environment. Knowledge from healthcare environments is considered for application to other interior environments. The differences between cleaning, disinfecting and sanitizing are described, and the process steps for “how to” are discussed.

Designers: IDCEC Course Number: provided upon completion. Continuing Education Units: 0.1, Designation: HSW
Architects: AIA Course Number: SC0836. Learning Units: 1, Designation: HSW

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What is color? How do our eyes detect color and our brains interpret what we see? How else do we respond to color?

In this course, attendees learn about color and the visible light spectrum, how our eyes perceive color and how our brains interpret color. The neuroscience behind our perceptions of color is demonstrated with examples of color perception and color relativity. In the section on “working with color,” basic color terms, the color wheel, complementary colors, and tints and shades are demonstrated. The course also discusses the psychology of color and color associations globally.

Designers: IDCEC Course Number: provided upon completion, Continuing Education Units: 0.1
Architects: AIA Course Number: SC0852, Learning Units: 1

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How is color applied to materials? Where do color trends come from?

This course provides an overview of color application, color systems, and trends and innovations. A brief history of the sources of dyes and pigments is given, and the primary dyeing and printing methods are discussed. Color systems and attempts at color standardization throughout the ages are reviewed. Color trends and the major influences shaping those trends are outlined with historical and modern examples. New color innovations are also introduced.

Designers: IDCEC Course Number: provided upon completion, Continuing Education Units: 0.1
Architects: AIA Course Number: SC0853, Learning Units: 1

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How are textiles made? What are the key factors to consider for successful specification of textiles?

In this course, attendees will learn key elements about textiles in order to properly specify for furniture and interiors. Textile and coated fabric types, their production, constructions, and dye and print processes are reviewed. Considerations for textile specifications are demonstrated, including, cost, end use, and selecting for setting/environment. Performance requirements and the furniture application and approvals process are discussed in further detail.

Designers: IDCEC Course Number: provided upon completion, Continuing Education Units: 0.1,
Architects: AIA Course Number: SC0854, Learning Units: 1

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