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The Design Your Impact education series focuses on climate, human, and social health in design. Whether you're interested in attending one session or all, each course aims to inspire a healthier, innovative, and more sustainable future.

Learn directly from industry experts, explore cutting-edge trends, and get hands-on guidance. Material Bank Members are eligible to earn 1 AIA and 1 IDCEC for each session. Don’t miss out on this dynamic series—register now to reserve your spot for one, or all, of these inspiring courses.

A firm’s culture can drive—or hinder—efforts to integrate sustainability across all projects, not just a select few. This session explores common challenges in shifting beyond “business as usual” and highlights proven strategies firms have used to embed sustainability throughout their design processes.

Imagine a building that actively enhances well-being. This session explores how material health and neuro architecture intersect to create spaces that promote occupant health, cognitive function, and sustainability. Learn how material transparency,circular economy principles, and holistic design strategies can reduce carbon footprints while improving human health. Gain insights into cutting-edge material science and real-world case studies that demonstrate the power of integrating sustainability with neuroscience-driven design.

Sustainability consulting requires translating complex data into clear, actionable strategies—much like cartography transforms landscapes into navigable maps. This interactive workshop will enhance your ability to communicate sustainability concepts effectively, distill key insights from data, and navigate communication challenges in green building strategy. Through hands-on exercises, you'll sharpen your ability to create persuasive narratives, simplify technical topics, and drive impactful change in the built environment.

With hundreds of certifications and ongoing greenwashing, designers struggle to assess the true impact of materials on climate, ecosystems, and human health. The Common Materials Framework introduces a unified, industry-aligned approach to evaluating sustainability, enabling more informed decision-making. This session explores the challenges of assessing holistic product impacts and demonstrates how to apply this emerging framework in practice today.

This presentation traces the evolution of AI from its early beginnings to its pervasive presence in our daily lives. It highlights how AI has revolutionized the design industry by enhancing efficiency, sparking creativity, and transforming interior design with automated tools and real-time visualization. Additionally, the presentation delves into the environmental implications of AI, discussing its carbon footprint and the significant time savings it provides. Looking forward, it examines the future of AI, focusing on emerging trends, ethical considerations, and the pursuit of sustainability.

Discover the latest innovations in sustainable interior construction and furniture design that support a circular economy and promote both human and environmental health. Learn how to integrate modular solutions and sustainable materials into your projects by understanding key certifications and criteria. Explore how good design can reduce waste, increase adaptability, and drive responsible resource use. Gain insights and confidence to shape the future of sustainable design and specification.

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