Decorating with Fabric offers several Lunch & Learn programs for Architectural firms in the New York Metropolitan Area. These courses have been well received with many Architects and Designers. They have expressed their appreciation of the valuable learning experience offered by the owner of Decorating with Fabric, Neil Gordon.
If you would like to schedule a Lunch & Learn session, please contact Neil:
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An Architect’s Guide to Sustainable Window Coverings
Approved for HSW Sustainable Design
Description
This course is designed for the Architect and Designer which covers the full array of Sustainable and Energy Efficient Window Coverings. In this session all types of window coverings will be covered including solar shades, roman shades, vertical blinds, and draperies.
Learning Objectives
- To understand the various ways that window coverings can improve the energy efficiencies of residential and commercial buildings.
- How to specify window coverings that improve solar reflectance, solar glare and how to increase R values.
- How to understand draperies and fabric treatments as better insulators for energy efficiencies.
- To learn about Green and Sustainable fabrics, supplies and methods in the fabrication of drapery treatments.
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An Architect’s Guide to Sustainable Draperies
Approved for HSW Sustainable Design
Description
An in depth look at specifying and designing Sustainable Draperies. This course covers five areas that make up Sustainable Draperies which are: Function, Energy Efficiency, Recyclable Materials, Sustainable Fabrics and Drapery Design.
Learning Objectives
- To understand that function plays a pivotal role in Sustainable Drapery Design. Function comes first before any design decisions are made.
- Energy efficiency of draperies is often misunderstood. The attendee will learn how various drapery treatments can provide effective insulation on windows.
- How to understand the contribution of recyclable materials and sustainable fabrics in the design of Sustainable Draperies.
- Finally comes the design. After all the steps are taken with the decisions of function, energy efficiencies and fabrics, the drapery is ready is ready for design.
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Communicating Successful Drapery Design
Approved for 1 CEU
Description
Does drapery design drive you nuts? Are you bombarded with questions because your drapery specs are insufficient? Do your designs end up a disaster, costing you time and money? Well, if you answered yes to any of these questions, then this session is for you. This hands-on session will address design, documentation, and installation of drapery treatments. You will have a better grasp on how to communicate effectively what the client expects to what is fabricated and installed, and you will be able to identify the critical areas with careful planning in order to avoid surprises.
Learning Objectives
- To understand the three step process of successful window covering design, documentation and installation
- To communicate effectively the client’s expectations for successful fabrication and installation
- To identify the critical areas with careful planning in order to avoid surprises
- To feel comfortable in specifying hardware, mechanisms, structural pockets and fabrics