Interior spaces shape how people feel, work, heal, and connect. For architects looking to sharpen their interiors expertise, these five AIA-approved courses offer practical, high-impact insights into materials, wellness strategies, and safety considerations that define today’s built environments. Ready to elevate your interiors? Start here.
1. Creating Integrated Spaces for Wellbeing Using Folding, Multi Slide, and Swing Door Wall Systems
Discover how to blur the lines between indoors and out for maximum wellness. This course explores how folding, multi slide, and swing door wall systems can transform homes, offices, resorts, and retail spaces—boosting health, mood, and even sales. Learn how to harness natural light, fresh air, and scenic views to create dynamic environments that promote healing and focus. Explore real-world case studies and design strategies that connect people to nature—and keep them coming back.
Level: Introductory. Credits: AIA 1 LU | HSW. Explore course.
2. The Future is Biophilic – Exploring Biophilic Design in the Built Environment
Biophilic design isn’t just a buzzword—it’s shaping the future of commercial interiors. This course dives into the core principles driving this movement and shows you how to bring nature indoors in meaningful, measurable ways. From living green walls to ambient scenting, learn how biophilic elements can boost wellness, improve air quality, and help projects meet LEED, WELL, and Fitwel standards. Stay ahead of the curve—and create spaces people truly want to be in.
Level: Introductory. Credits: AIA 1 LU | HSW. Explore course.
3. Interior PVC Wall Cladding Systems: Performance, Specification, and Installation Considerations
Step up your surface game with this CE course on high-performance PVC wall cladding. Discover why designers are choosing this lightweight, durable, and antimicrobial solution for healthcare, hospitality, and commercial interiors. You’ll compare cladding options, explore cutting-edge applications, and learn how PVC outperforms traditional materials in safety, sustainability, and style. Plus, get expert guidance on specifying and installing PVC systems for healthier, cleaner spaces that stand the test of time—and deliver results your clients will love.
Level: Intermediate. Credits: AIA 1 LU | HSW. Explore course.
4. Best Practices and Code Considerations for Specifying Fire Rated Floor Doors
When seconds count, passive fire protection saves lives—and fire-rated floor doors are a crucial part of that defense. This CE course dives into the essentials of construction access products and explains how these often-overlooked systems meet 2021 IBC code requirements while providing critical fire resistance. You’ll explore the difference between floor and access doors, learn what to look for when specifying them, and see how they performed in a large New York MTA project.
Level: Intermediate. Credits: AIA 1 LU | HSW. Explore course.
5. Extruded Aluminum Trim: Innovative Solutions for Interior Applications
Think aluminum trim is just for exteriors? This CE course reveals how extruded aluminum trim is making a sleek, durable entrance into interior design. Discover how it enhances drywall surfaces with modern aesthetics, fire resistance, and long-term performance. You’ll learn about the extrusion process, explore bold finish and profile options, and get up to speed on emerging trends and technologies.
Level: Intermediate. Credits: AIA 1 LU | HSW. Explore course.
