Tampa, FL - Tuesday October 20, 2026

Tampa, FL

Event Date
Tuesday October 20, 2026

7:30 am - 5:30 pm

Available Credits

Up to 8 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)
Up to 2 FBPE Hours of Advanced Coursework registered with the FBC
Up to 1 GBCI General Hour
Up to 1 GBCI LEED Specific BD+C
Maggiano's Little Italy
203 Westshore Plaza
Tampa, FL 33609
Registration Price

$70.00

Terms
Early Bird Discount! $20.00 off if purchased before Oct 6, 2026

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Event Agenda

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

7:30 am

Breakfast & Networking

8:00 am

Course TBA

9:10 am

Differentiated Performance and Long-Life Architectural Coatings

Differentiated Performance and Long-Life Architectural Coatings

Sponsored By Arkema, Inc.
Presented By Ron Partridge
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)

Building owners have come to rely on weatherable coatings to provide long-term protection to their buildings. With an increased focus on sustainability, performance, and durability, PVDF resin-based coatings can help architects and painting contractors exceed their clients’ design goals.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Describe the ways PVDF resin-based coatings, both water based and solvent based, provide a consistent, pristine appearance while achieving durability goals over a variety of substrates as demonstrated in applicable case studies.
  2. Discuss why some coatings fail and the important considerations when selecting a coating system for an application, including weathering performance, longevity, and application method.
  3. Discuss the standards of performance for architectural coatings and recognize why PVDF coating technology outperforms other coating technologies. Discuss the standards of performance for architectural coatings and recognize why PVDF coating technology outperforms other coating technologies.
  4. Explain how water-based PVDF coatings, by their chemistry and performance, can help design professionals and building owners achieve their sustainability goals.
Arkema, Inc.

10:20 am

Elevate Your Outdoors: The Art of Designing Functional Living Spaces

Elevate Your Outdoors: The Art of Designing Functional Living Spaces

Sponsored By Wolf Home Products
Presented By Jason Foura
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)

Overview of the outdoor living space and materials used in outdoor living design. Material selection, care and design, will be discussed, and common misconceptions will be addressed.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Understand the evolution of the outdoor living market. Discuss how new materials have longer sustainability on life cycle costs and how wood and older materials have continued to create maintenance issues and if not maintained can create safety issues with Code related materials on decking and railing.
  2. Address trends and materials used in outdoor living spaces. Trends are moving toward more Aluminum railing items. Some competitors don’t have IRC and IBC coded materials in the field.
  3. Apply standard design principles and how they relate to outdoor living spaces. Many of the design principles relate to safety because of life cycle maintenance as well as improper flashing and installation that lead to unsafe building practices.
  4. Identify and explain common misconceptions and safety issues in designing outdoor living spaces. Decking today has many options when it comes to installation and using the proper installation hardware. We review all code rulings for decking and railing.
  5. Explain proper use and care of outdoor living spaces and how to avoid them for extended performance. We review how some chemicals can harm the decking material and which products can be safely used to provide a non-toxic method to maintaining the life of your deck and rail material. Some products can react to PVC and cause issues to the capstop.
Wolf Home Products

11:30 am

The Perfect Fit: Designing with Sectional Overhead Doors

The Perfect Fit: Designing with Sectional Overhead Doors

Sponsored By Raynor Garage Doors
Presented By Zdenek Kalabza
1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour(s)

This course is designed to provide architects and design professionals with a comprehensive understanding of the various aspects involved in selecting and specifying sectional overhead doors for commercial and industrial applications.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Thermal Performance: Participants will learn about the impact of thermal air infiltration and insulation on energy efficiency. The course will explain the differences between R-value and U-factor, and how these metrics affect the overall thermal performance of sectional doors
  2. Types of Commercial Overhead Doors: The course will provide an overview of different types of commercial overhead doors, including steel pan doors, insulated doors, aluminum full-view doors, and flexible doors. Each type will be discussed in terms of aesthetic options, size, thermal performance, durability, and cost
  3. Opening Requirements and Clearances: Participants will gain an understanding of the critical dimensions and requirements for door openings, including headroom, sideroom, and backroom. The course will also cover the importance of proper track and spring mounting to ensure smooth operation
  4. Operation and Safety: Participants will learn how to select the appropriate door operator and entrapment protection to ensure safe and efficient operation of sectional doors. The course will also cover the importance of high-cycle springs and their impact on the lifespan of the door system
Raynor Garage Doors

12:30 pm

Lunchtime Product Presentation - Lunch Provided

Sponsored By PROSOCO
This interactive session will cover PROSOCO’s innovative products, including air and water barriers, concrete flooring solutions, and masonry cleaners, designed to enhance building performance and longevity. Product experts will walk you through real-world applications, best practices, and key benefits, followed by a Q&A session...

1:00 pm

Eagle Roofing

FBC Course - Course Information Coming Soon

Sponsored By Eagle Roofing
FBC Course provided by Eagle Roofing that will satisfy the FBC credit required in Florida.

3:20 pm

Sustainably Designed Rainscreen Wall Systems for Moisture Management

Sustainably Designed Rainscreen Wall Systems for Moisture Management

Sponsored By Fiberon
Presented By Meaghan Natale
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

4:30 pm

Course TBA

State CE Requirements

Florida CE Requirements

Florida Board of Architecture and Interior Design
(850) 487-1395
Renewal Cycle: 
Biennial
Total Hours Required: 
24
Detailed Hours Required: 
22 HSW, 2 Florida building code
Renewal Deadline: 
December 31st even years
Board Guidelines