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This session is a must-attend for architects committed to advancing sustainable design through the strategic use of hybrid steel and mass-timber systems. These systems combine the structural efficiency, durability, and fire resistance of steel with the environmental benefits and aesthetic warmth of timber. Attendees will explore how to address complex challenges such as fire safety, acoustic performance, and code compliance while maximizing material efficiency and reducing environmental impact. The webinar will also introduce forward-looking strategies for seamless material integration, flexible design approaches, and reduced lifecycle emissions. Participants will leave with actionable insights to design healthier, safer, and more adaptable built environments.

Presented by:

Larry Flynn

Larry Flynn brings over 30 years of experience in the design and construction industry, including 17 years as a journalist and editor covering commercial buildings and national infrastructure. For the past 20 years, he has held national roles at the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC), focusing on outreach to architects and engineers through education, resources, and business development. As Architectural Liaison and Resource Specialist at AISC’s Architecture Center, Larry now curates tools and experiences that spark creativity and support architects in designing innovative, resilient buildings using structural steel. 

Sponsored by: 

American Institute of Steel Construction
 

Learning Objectives: 

• Define key components and benefits of hybrid steel and timber systems.
• Identify fire safety unique to these systems.
• Identify acoustic considerations unique to these systems.
• Analyze case studies to apply hybrid solutions in real-world projects.

HSW Justification: 

This course supports HSW by addressing fire safety, acoustics, and sustainability in hybrid systems, helping architects design safer, healthier, and more resilient buildings through practical strategies and real-world insights.