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When Designing Your Dispute Resolution Strategy, Consider the Courthouse
07/31/2026
Although many people in the construction industry advocate for the use of arbitration to resolve construction disputes, the prudent design professional should carefully consider whether litigation may better protect their interests.
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New Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map Take Effect Aug. 1 in City of Rockville
07/27/2026
Rockville’s Mayor and Council voted unanimously to adopt the city’s zoning ordinance rewrite and comprehensive map amendment, Monday, June 29, and takes effect August 1, 2026.
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Selecting the Right Window Material for Any Application
Window Wednesdays with Ken - Structural and Design Integrity in Fenestration
TW Perry offers free online AIA training's on Wednesdays. These meetings will be held over the Zoom Meeting Platform.
AIA Members will receive 1 LU/HSW credit for completing each class. TW Perry will report credits and send all participants a certificate by email. Make sure to register so TW Perry has your AIA number in order to get your credits posted and your email to send you the certificate. Once you register you will receive an Outlook calendar invite with the link to the meeting.
Course Description:
Windows are a critical element of architectural design. Window selection not only significantly impacts the aesthetics of the project, but also affects the energy efficiency, comfort, durability and sustainability of the building once construction is complete. This course will address some of the more popular window choices available today and provide a comparative review of the features and benefits of these very important building elements. This course will also introduce learners to the standards, tests, and other performance metrics that will enable specifiers to select the right window for the right application.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify different window types based on the product’s base material, cladding, and finish
- Discuss some of the main criteria for evaluating window types commonly available today
- Describe the performance attributes of each window material
- Explain how different window materials contribute to energy efficiency and overall sustainability goals including recycling and low maintenance
TW Perry is an Annual Partner of AIA Potomac Valley
