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Top 10 Multifamily Design Mistakes (Self-Paced)

The residential building industry has made incredible progress toward sustainability and energy efficiency goals. At the same time, many new buildings are under-performing because Designers continue to make simple, avoidable mistakes. Based on lessons learned from certifying over 20,000 dwelling units, we discuss the top ten multifamily design mistakes made over and over again – and how to avoid them.


 

Basic/Intermediate Prerequisites are required (read more)

Wed, Jan 1st, 2025 -
Fri, Aug 15th, 2025

12:00am - 12:00am EDT

Virtual

Learning Objectives

  • Know the top ten design mistakes by architects and engineers that decrease constructability, affordability and quality of multifamily housing.
  • Understand design choices that meet code requirements and increase energy efficiency, building durability, occupant health and affordability.
  • Learn ventilation techniques to meet energy code and indoor air quality goals.
  • Justify design alternatives to clients and contractors in terms of energy, durability, health and budget.
  • Develop a checklist to help you make design choices that meet code requirements and increase energy efficiency, building durability, occupant health and affordability on future projects.

Course Details

Provider:

Steven Winters Associates

Course Type:

Online, Self-Paced

Course Dates:

Access open until August 15, 2025

Registration Deadline:

Access open until August 15, 2025

Time Commitment:

1 hour

Prerequisites:

 Multifamily Air Sealing Strategies to Pass Unit Infiltration Testing Requirements 

CEU:

1 AIA HSW 

Record of Completion:

Certificate of Completion

Special Instructions:

Click on “Individual User? Enroll now!” to sign up for this course and your Train Green registration code, if you have not already received it for FY2024.

All training and certification courses are offered at no cost to participants on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to the time commitment, registrants may not sign up for conflicting courses unless the conflicting course is self-paced. This course is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute professional, financial, tax, or legal advice. Participation in this course does not establish a professional relationship with the instructor or the DCSEU. Course content is subject to change, and we do not guarantee that it will perfectly match descriptions on our website or social media. We are not responsible for students' access to course materials, required products, or their ability to complete the course due to skill level, commitment, or other factors. No guarantees are made regarding earnings, success, or specific outcomes. Course participants are solely responsible for complying with all applicable laws, and the DCSEU and presenters disclaims any liability for penalties or damages incurred due to non-compliance.