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Explore wood as a building material for fenestration. The course investigates wood as a traditional and highly appreciated building material. Discuss the properties of wood; flexible and long wearing, as well as being superior to other materials in terms of thermal insulation, durability, aesthetics, and more. Using wood as an ecologically friendly material, with the potential for cradle-to-cradle sustainability, and as an extremely environmentally friendly option in terms in of carbon footprint, end-of-life recycling, and sustainable production.

Learning Objectives:

• Learn about material sustainability, longevity and effectiveness in construction and fenestration, how wood compares favorably to alternatives. Contrast the impact of wood with PVC, steel, and aluminum in these categories; of environmental, energy efficiency. 
• Define categories of environmental impact and terms including carbon footprint, operational carbon, embodied carbon, toxic byproducts, and end-of-life procedures, as well as several relevant certifications.
• Explore optimal wood species and their individual properties, suitability to fenestration uses, and the prospects of responsible sourcing based on growth rate and cultivating and harvesting practices employed.
• Identify species under pressure and at risk of over-exploitation, and potential unethical sourcing. Identify substandard species that could compromise the properties of buildings in which they are used.

Presented by:

Diane van Horn 

Diane van Horn is the Senior Architectural Territory Manager for Loewen Windows and Doors. In her role Diane is responsible for architectural specifications, project reviews, design assistance and delivering Continuing Education courses. Diane has experience in fenestration products for both residential and commercial applications. Diane currently serves on the Board of Directors for AIA New Jersey’s Newark & Suburban Chapter. In addition, Diane is a member of the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) where she earned her Construction Document Technologist (CDT) certification.

Sponsored by: 

Loewen Windows and Doors