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Modern design trends are favoring larger openings, and while this blank canvas offers the architect a wide range of options, it can also pose a challenge. Because of the almost unlimited variations of different types, styles, and available options for large doors, it is often more important that the architect understands how to make the selection process, rather than which specific door to choose. The process for specifying should include client aesthetic expectations, environmental conditions, building performance, and durability concerns.

• Describe what to consider when balancing the client needs with environmental conditions, building performance, and durability concerns
• Discuss the best process for specifying large doors in commercial and residential projects
• Understand the unique design elements of an indoor/outdoor living space and modern trends in large doors
• List the different door types and styles available for transition points between indoor and outdoor areas

Presented by:

Ken Clark

Ken’s career of specialty building products, focused in fenestration; scans over 30 years, making him uniquely qualified as an architectural consultant and business development advisor. Ken’s experience in all segments of the building supply industry, from manufacturing to dealer distribution has afforded him broad base insight ability to servicing discerning clientele. Ken has provided consulting services and appeared on segments of “This Old House” with Tom Silva, and “Home Again” with Bob Vila. Ken’s current role with TW Perry / BFS allows him the opportunity to share his knowledge, experience and expertise as a consultant to our valued clientele. Ken is also a certified AIA continuing education provider, and leads TW Perry’s / BFS architectural support services.  Ken’s efforts in evaluating the ever-changing business landscape, and adjusting TW Perry’s / BFS window products and services to meet the needs of our customer base and exceeding their expectations, adds an additional dimension to the TW Perry /BFS value proposition.   

Learning Objectives:

• Describe what to consider when balancing the client needs with environmental conditions, building performance, and durability concerns.
• Discuss the best process for specifying large doors in commercial and residential projects.
• Understand the unique design elements of an indoor/outdoor living space and modern trends in large doors.
• List the different door types and styles available for transition points between indoor and outdoor areas.