Houston, TX - Thursday November 20, 2025

Houston, TX

Event Date
Thursday November 20, 2025

7:30 am - 5:30 pm

Available Credits

Up to 8 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)
Up to 2 GBCI General Hour
Up to 1 ADA Accessibility / Barrier-Free Req.
Maggiano's Little Italy
2019 Post Oak Blvd.
Houston, TX 77056
no registration link
Registration Price

$100.00

Terms
Early Bird Discount! $30.00 off if purchased before Nov 6, 2025

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Event Agenda

Thursday, November 20, 2025

7:30 am

Breakfast & Networking

8:00 am

Fortified Design: Enhancing Building Security Against Ballistic, Forced Entry and Blast Threats

Fortified Design: Enhancing Building Security Against Ballistic, Forced Entry and Blast Th...

Sponsored By Armortex
Presented By Rick Snelling
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)

In this one-hour course, design professionals will explore advanced blast, forced entry and ballistic-resistant technologies aimed at ensuring comprehensive protection for lives, assets, and buildings.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Assess the range of innovative resistance technologies designed to safeguard occupants and assets from threats such as ballistic, forced entry, and blasts.
  2. Investigate the standards organizations responsible for developing criteria and testing methods for resistance technologies, evaluating their effectiveness in protecting lives and securing buildings during blast or ballistic incidents.
  3. Examine the engineering behind panels, windows, doors, and other physical security products designed to enhance durability and safety against threats to life, buildings, and assets.
  4. Utilize insights from case studies to apply knowledge of anti-ballistic, forced entry and blast technology, showcasing products that offer robust protection and comprehensive security.

9:10 am

Architectural Stone Veneer: Transforming Spaces Through Color & Texture

Architectural Stone Veneer: Transforming Spaces Through Color & Texture

Sponsored By Westlake Royal Building Products
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)

This presentation will address the benefits of specifying architectural stone veneer in your design projects, and also provide information on proper installation techniques.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Describe key elements of a high-quality architectural stone veneer and discuss the economic advantages of its use in design, including recyclable content and other sustainability benefits.
  2. Identify current installation guidelines for correct application and review additional mortar considerations that can lead to aesthetically successful projects.
  3. Evaluate and ensure compliance with building safety codes, height restrictions, and available resources for unique installation methods.
  4. Identify the importance of transitional elements and finishing details of stone veneer applications, including proper moisture prevention and best practices for preventing issues for end users.
Westlake Royal Building Products

10:20 am

Sustainably Designed Rainscreen Wall Systems for Moisture Management

Sustainably Designed Rainscreen Wall Systems for Moisture Management

Sponsored By Fiberon
Presented By Brandon Greer
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)
1 GBCI General Hour
1 GBCI LEED Specific BD+C
1 GBCI LEED Specific ID+C

We explore the critical aspects of moisture management in building design, focusing on the implementation of effective rainscreen wall systems and composite cladding. Participants will learn to identify potential moisture-related issues that can impact aesthetics, structural integrity, and occupant health.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Identify potential moisture management issues that can harm the design aesthetic, structural integrity and occupants’ health and safety, of a built environment.
  2. Explore color and design options for composite cladding, as well as the four basic components of rainscreen wall systems that help minimize rainwater passage and dissipate any remaining water, for an understanding of best practices, sustainability and end user wellness.
  3. Examine code criteria, LEED v4.1 BD+C and ID+C requirements, and other sustainability considerations to determine appropriate exterior wall design, to result in a rain screen system for effective moisture management.
  4. Review how composite cladding can meet LEED v4.1 BD+C and ID+C credit requirements that focus on resilient design, life cycle assessment and sourcing of raw materials.
  5. Discuss sustainable manufacturing practices that support LEED v4.1 BD+C and ID+C goals and help recycle plastic, conserve water, reuse waste, and save forests.
Fiberon

11:30 am

Protective Treatments for Masonry

Protective Treatments for Masonry

Sponsored By PROSOCO
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)

An overview of the effects of water on masonry architecture. Types of masonry water repellents are compared and contrasted. Application methods are discussed. The program ends with a look at treatments for protecting masonry against non-water threats such as oil and graffiti.

Learning Objectives:
  1. List six ways water penetration harms masonry.
  2. Identify the two main types of protective treatments.
  3. Research and select appropriate protective treatments.
  4. Describe the general application procedures for protective treatments.

12:30 pm

Lunch & Networking

1:00 pm

The New Age of Construction: Silane Modified Polymer (SMP) Technology

The New Age of Construction: Silane Modified Polymer (SMP) Technology

Sponsored By Kaneka
Presented By Roy Schauffele
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)
1 GBCI General Hour
1 IIBEC CEHs

This one-hour course delves into the advanced properties and benefits of Silane Modified Polymer (SMP) for architects and building professionals. Participants will explore SMP’s unique adaptability and bonding strength, which supports high-performance applications across varied climates and building types.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Identify properties of Silane Modified Polymer (SMP) products and their advantages over traditional construction materials, including the demand, site specific applications and health benefits of the product.
  2. Analyze the material and installation costs of SMP products, their features, best practices and sustainability benefits, compared to other market alternatives.
  3. Examine the standards, sustainability and testing that led to the formation of SMP, while focusing on its role in enhancing building envelope integrity.
  4. Explore relevant case studies related to SMP products, recognizing their contribution to sustainable architecture with solvent-free and isocyanate-free formulations.

2:10 pm

Firestop Specifications: What Architects Need to Know

Firestop Specifications: What Architects Need to Know

Sponsored By Specified Technologies Inc.
Presented By BW Brisco
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)
1 ICC CEU

According to the IBC, “…Construction documents shall be of sufficient clarity to indicate the location, nature and extent of the work proposed and show in detail that it will conform to the provisions of this code…as determined by the building official.” Failure to properly to do so can jeopardize life safety and property and result in

Learning Objectives:
  1. Recognize the importance of specifying firestop correctly.
  2. Identify and avoid the most common mistakes made when specifying firestop.
  3. Describe the features and shortcomings of the two most widely-used spec writing tools with respect to firestopping.
  4. Identify resources and solutions available to help make firestop specification faster, easier and with lower liability.
Specified Technologies Inc.

3:20 pm

Benefits of Impermeable Concrete & Permanent Impermeable Repair Materials

Benefits of Impermeable Concrete & Permanent Impermeable Repair Materials

Sponsored By Specialty Products Group - SPG
Presented By Mark Wincent
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)

This course explores the benefits of impermeable concrete in addressing issues within and outside the building envelope. This technology addresses moisture issues in flooring and other related areas. Making any concrete impermeable will extend its usable life.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Understand concrete composition, what happens to free water and moisture during the curing process, and the benefits of water/vapor proofing concrete to reduce moisture and concrete issues.
  2. Learn how to eliminate VOCs to maintain a safe environment and reduce contaminants in the air. (e.g., mold).
  3. Present advanced technology to improve long-term project performance by eliminating potential flooring & coating failures.
  4. Explain how impermeable concrete inside and outside the building envelope contributes to eliminating dampness as well as improving air quality for building occupants.
  5. Describe the benefits of permanent concrete repairs and the positive impact on the environment.
Specialty Products Group - SPG

4:30 pm

Holding On To Safety: Creative Rail Solutions with Code in Mind

Holding On To Safety: Creative Rail Solutions with Code in Mind

Sponsored By Livers Bronze
Presented By Lee Kirby
1 ADA Accessibility / Barrier-Free Req.
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)

Handrails and guardrails are a safety feature that we easily take for granted as a common fixture in environments where stairs and balconies are featured, aiding us in our coming and going.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Determine the specific conditions that mandate the installation of ADA-compliant handrails for various environments, including stairways and ramps, to ensure compliance with accessibility regulations.
  2. Clearly outline the required dimensions, such as height, width, and clearance, for ADA-compliant handrails and explain how these measurements contribute to creating accessible and user-friendly spaces.
  3. Analyze key railing specifications, including material selection, gripping surfaces, and installation standards, while reviewing how these aspects align with broader ADA code requirements.
  4. Assess the specific requirements for railings on ADA-compliant ramps and stairs, focusing on details like slope, landing, and handrail continuity to ensure structures meet accessibility standards.
Livers Bronze
no registration link

State CE Requirements

Texas CE Requirements

Texas Board of Architectural Examiners
(512) 305-9000
Renewal Cycle: 
Annual
Total Hours Required: 
12 Hours
Renewal Deadline: 
Last Day of Licensees' Birth Month
Board Guidelines
12 HSW (1 hour SD or energy efficient design + 1 hour barrier-free design + min. 8 hours structured + max. 4 hours self-directed)