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Are You Missing Opportunities for Efficiency?

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How do you build your corners? This month's High-Performance Homes Team webinar tackles one of the most debated topics in building design—framing corners for insulation vs. structure.

Are you doing it the best way?

There’s real uncertainty around how to frame building corners—should you follow strict specs, or let the builder decide? The choices you make can maximize or compromise insulation, safety, and efficiency.

Join our team for an engaging, solutions-focused discussion with other professionals who share your challenges.

Discover practical best practices that balance insulation and structural integrity. Tap into exclusive expert knowledge—whether you’re a seasoned designer or growing your skillset, you’ll leave better equipped to make smart decisions, deliver high-performance projects, and save money (or get in free if you’re an AIBD member).

Attendees are encouraged to bring photos of their own projects, along with explanations of the decisions they made.

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 – 02:00 pm ET
High-Performance Homes Team - How do you build your corners?
(1.0 P4-CE)
Register: AIBD.org/webinars; $25 (Free for AIBD Members)
There’s uncertainty over how to frame building corners—should you provide detailed specifications or leave it up to the builder? Different framing corner methods require trade-offs between insulation value and structural strength. Balancing insulation and safety can be tricky, and choosing the wrong method could result in reduced energy efficiency or compromised structural integrity. Without thoughtful design, you might miss opportunities to optimize both. Join the High-Performance Homes Team each month for lively, solutions-oriented discussions focused on material choices, energy efficiency, climate adaptation, and the integration of green technologies. Share your experiences, ask questions, and discover best practices for balancing insulation and safety in building corner design.

How to Join an AIBD Webinar:

For non-members, some webinars are free and some cost $25.

Because you’re an AIBD Member, you get access for free no matter what.

Simply log in to your AIBD member account on the upcoming webinars page. Once logged in, your free access code will appear automatically at the top—no extra steps needed.

It looks like this:

Then, at AIBD.org/webinars, which which webinar to register for.

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More events this month:

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 – 02:00 pm ET
CE Watch Party - Scope Creep: Identifying and Reducing this HUGE Project Management Pitfall
(1.0 P2-CE)
Register: AIBD.org/webinars; Free
Small residential building design operations struggle to keep projects profitable due to scope creep—taking on work beyond the original agreement. Those extra tasks quickly drain your time and profits, regardless of whether you’re solo or managing a small team. If unchecked, scope creep can undermine your business sustainability and make project management stressful. With a handful of simple strategies, you can effectively manage scope creep and protect your bottom line. These easy-to-implement solutions will have a significant impact on your project management and profitability. Learn from industry expert Anthony Fasano, who helps AE consulting firms and AEC professionals with actionable professional development and project management guidance.
December, ???????, 2025 – 02:00 pm ET
Your Webinar Here
(1.0 CE)
Register: AIBD.org/webinars; $?? (Free for AIBD Members)
Have an idea or expertise to share?​
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AIBD members can host their own webinars and bring fresh, practical insights to our community! Whether it’s a unique project, a new technology, or best practices in design, we invite you to schedule your own presentation for our Tuesday webinar series.
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Ready to inspire your peers? Submit your webinar proposal at AIBD.org/webinars and let’s showcase your knowledge!

See you there,
Garrett Mickley, BIM-R
Communications Director

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American Institute of Building Design (AIBD)

The American Institute of Building Design (AIBD) is a professional association that promotes the highest standards of excellence in residential building design. AIBD offers a variety of resources to its members, including continuing education, networking opportunities, and marketing assistance. AIBD is a valuable resource for anyone interested in a career in residential building design. If you want to improve your skills, network with other professionals, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends, AIBD is the perfect organization for you.

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