Lunch will be provided.

Our events are open to architectural, design, and building industry professionals only.

Lunch & Learn:
Brick Product &Technical Specifications

This presentation will elaborate upon the information typically presented in a brick product technical data sheet, using typical Glen-Gery technical data sheets as examples. An overview of frequently encountered American brick standards will be provided. This will be followed by in-depth descriptions of the individual tests reported on in the data sheet, as well as the interpretation and significance of the reported values and their respective limits. You will earn 1 LU/HSW credit for attending. 

This presentation should teach attendees-

• Analyze a typical brick technical data sheet to find physical properties related to brick durability.
• Apply appropriate ASTM brick standards and based on intended use and building application.
• Compare the requirements of “Grade”, “Class”, and “Type” applications within common brick standards.
• Explore how tests used to determine commonly reported brick properties are performed.
• Describe the significance of the reported values and how they relate to product performance.

About the presenter: Leroy Danforth   Leroy Danforth is Glen-Gery’s Wall Systems Research and Development Manager. A licensed Professional Engineer who has provided technical guidance to the building community for more than 20 years, Leroy’s contributions include a variety of technical articles and publications on brick construction, participation in the development of masonry codes and related standards and advancing industry knowledge via hundreds of continuing education seminars. Leroy’s current work focuses on testing, development and technical support and innovation of non-traditional masonry assemblies.

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Lunch will be provided.

Our events are open to architectural, design, and building industry professionals only.

How to Build the Impossible:

a case study on the Dr. Chau Chak Wing Building at UTS Sydney designed by Frank Gehry

This presentation takes an in-depth look at the masonry component of the Dr Chau Chak Wing Building façade. Shaped like a “crumpled up paper bag”, Frank Gehry’s complex design required the development of 5 unique brick shapes produced by the Brickworks Bowral Bricks facility in Australia. A bespoke wall tie was also developed to secure the bricks to the undulating substrate. This iconic building has been highly influential shaping the resurgence of contemporary brick architecture throughout Australia.

Learning outcomes:

• Discover how the façade at UTS was designed and constructed
• Determine how design limitations were overcome with the development of unique bricks
• Identify the design details for the bespoke brick restraint system used
• Describe the design development, engineering, fabrication of the UTS façade
• Observe the installation and construction methods used on-site to achieve the highly detailed brickwork

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About this event

As cities grow, we hear a lot about urban-scale plans for developing greener, healthier neighborhoods. But how do we think about healthy housing at the scale of individual dwellings, and what are the future possibilities? This panel discussion brings together experts in housing to discuss raising the bar on standards for livability, including the use of sustainable materials, accessibility across generations, and the integration of nature and fresh air as part of the interior landscape for every urban dweller. Small design decisions can yield an enormous benefit to residents. Experts will discuss case studies that address both new construction and retrofitting.

This panel discussion brings together experts in housing to discuss raising the bar on standards for livability, including the use of sustainable materials, accessibility across generations, and the integration of nature and fresh air as part of the interior landscape for every urban dweller. Small design decisions can yield an enormous benefit to residents.

Moderated by Molly Fulghum Heintz
Presented by Karen Kubey & Brian Loughlin, AIA 

		Moderator Molly Fulghum Heintz Molly is the editor in chief of Oculus, the quarterly publication of AIA New York, and the chair of the MA program in Design Research, Writing & Criticism at the School of Visual Arts.
		Panelist Karen Kubey Karen is an urbanist specializing in housing and health. She is the editor of Housing as Intervention: Architecture towards Social Equity (Architectural Design, 2018) and served as the first executive director of the Institute for Public Architecture.
		Panelist Brian Loughlin, AIA Brian is Director of Planning and Urban Design at Magnusson Architecture and Planning (MAP), co-chair of the AIANY Housing Committee, APA Housing and Community Development Chair, and Adjunct Assistant Professor of Architecture and Real Estate Development at the Columbia University Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation.

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Lunch will be provided.

Our events are open to architectural, design, and building industry professionals only.

Adding Interest with Brick Shapes

One important reason for brick's popularity is its ability to adapt to design criteria. It can be shaped and used in a wide variety of traditional and contemporary detailing: Such as arches to sills, copings, columns and treads. This program focuses on the use of shapes, not only to increase the aesthetic quality of brickwork, but also toward accomplishing better detailing and better performing brickwork. Many applications involve units that are not normally considered to be brick shapes. Increased water penetration resistance, reducing the size of expansion joints, and the proper design of acute angle corners, can all be realized through the use of shapes.

Discussion will focus on increased performance of brickwork through the use of specially designed brick, i.e. arch design and versatility, sloped sills and caps, shelf angle brick, and even brick sculpture. Included will be discussion on how to reduce the cost of shapes through individual brick design and considerations of color, size, and bond patterns.

Other topics included in this presentation are --

Manufacturing

Glen-Gery makes every effort to see that special shapes match the color of the field brick used.

Radial Brick

What is the smallest radius possible without using a special shape?

Corners

Should obtuse angle corners be designed with 8 inch and 4 inch leg or a 6 inch and 2 inch leg?

Standard Brick

Special shapes are not necessary in many job specific applications including arches, sills, and caps.

Historical Reference

We often forget that many historical details, that included special shapes, were used for more than just aesthetic reasons.

Sculpture

Brick masonry and its use as sculpture are on the rise. Examples of brick sculpture will be presented and discussed.

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Lunch will be provided.

Mask required if not COVID vaccinated, unless actively eating or drinking.

Our events are open to architectural, design, and building industry professionals only.

Exploring the Many Advantages of Big Brick

Clay brick provides you with many advantages. Hundreds of different colors, shapes and textures are just a few examples. We can also manufacture brick in many different sizes. Employing larger brick on your project can reduce the installed cost of masonry drastically and enhance its sustainability, energy efficiency, as well as reduce maintenance cost.

Topics to be covered include:

Manufacturing

We will look at the way in which brick are made and how this affects their use with special emphasis given to larger units. At this point we will also talk about manufacturer’s efforts to be environmentally friendly.

Cost and Estimation

We will explore a typical wall and compare the final costs of modular brick to the larger sizes.

Mason’s Production

The main advantage gained from using larger masonry units is an increased in the wall area laid each day. We will compare production with a large unit versus a standard modular unit.

Coursing and Patterns

Larger brick may have different coursing requirements. We will look at these and give you all the tools you will need to make your building something to be proud of.

Questions/Comments?

Email: events@glengery.com

Lunch will be provided.

Mask required if not COVID vaccinated, unless actively eating or drinking.

Our events are open to architectural, design, and building industry professionals only.

Exploring the Many Advantages of Big Brick

Clay brick provides you with many advantages. Hundreds of different colors, shapes and textures are just a few examples. We can also manufacture brick in many different sizes. Employing larger brick on your project can reduce the installed cost of masonry drastically and enhance its sustainability, energy efficiency, as well as reduce maintenance cost.

Topics to be covered include:

Manufacturing

We will look at the way in which brick are made and how this affects their use with special emphasis given to larger units. At this point we will also talk about manufacturer’s efforts to be environmentally friendly.

Cost and Estimation

We will explore a typical wall and compare the final costs of modular brick to the larger sizes.

Mason’s Production

The main advantage gained from using larger masonry units is an increased in the wall area laid each day. We will compare production with a large unit versus a standard modular unit.

Coursing and Patterns

Larger brick may have different coursing requirements. We will look at these and give you all the tools you will need to make your building something to be proud of.

Questions/Comments?

Email: events@glengery.com

Lunch will be provided.

Proof of COVID vaccination must be shown upon entry.

Our events are open to architectural, design, and building industry professionals only.

Exploring the Many Advantages of Big Brick

Clay brick provides you with many advantages. Hundreds of different colors, shapes and textures are just a few examples. We can also manufacture brick in many different sizes. Employing larger brick on your project can reduce the installed cost of masonry drastically and enhance its sustainability, energy efficiency, as well as reduce maintenance cost.

Topics to be covered include:

Manufacturing

We will look at the way in which brick are made and how this affects their use with special emphasis given to larger units. At this point we will also talk about manufacturer’s efforts to be environmentally friendly.

Cost and Estimation

We will explore a typical wall and compare the final costs of modular brick to the larger sizes.

Mason’s Production

The main advantage gained from using larger masonry units is an increased in the wall area laid each day. We will compare production with a large unit versus a standard modular unit.

Coursing and Patterns

Larger brick may have different coursing requirements. We will look at these and give you all the tools you will need to make your building something to be proud of.

Questions/Comments?

Email: events@glengery.com

Lunch will be provided.

Mask required if not COVID vaccinated, unless actively eating or drinking.

Our events are open to architectural, design, and building industry professionals only.

Polyiso: The Next Generation of Air & Water Resistive Barriers

CONTENT:

• What is Polyiso?
• Discussion of Polyiso as it pertains to commercial construction, with emphasis on air and water resistive barriers.
• Code and Compliance
• Testing overview
• NFPA 285

11:30pm-12:30pm: AIA Lunch and Learn

12:30pm-1:00pm: Hands on Training: Installation of polyiso on a wood frame

About the Speakers

Steven Kristensen – Rmax Architectural Consultant. Resides in Maryland, covers the East Coast from Virginia up Maine. Steven has been with Rmax for just over a year. However, has been in the construction industry for 13 years with architectural emphasis for 8 years. In his spare time, he spends his time woodworking, playing ice hockey, and camping. Big fan, to his mental detriment, of the New York Rangers, the Atlanta Falcons and the Georgia Bulldogs.

Hal Swisher - Rmax Territory Manager covering MD/DC/VA and residing in Maryland. Hal has been with Rmax since November of 2021. Prior to Rmax, Hal was in the commercial roofing industry for ~3.5 years as a Territory Manager/Technical Service Representative. In his spare time he enjoys golfing, fishing, and spending time with his 2 year-old daughter and wife. He’s a big fan of the Washington Capitals, Baltimore Ravens and the Maryland Terrapins.

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Brick

Beyond Style

On Thursday, April 28, at 6:00PM EST, join RAMSA Partner Grant F. Marani for a lecture hosted by Brickworks, where he will discuss brickwork traditions that have influenced his practice as an architect as well as two of his projects—the Immanuel Chapel at Virginia Theological Seminary and the International Quilt Museum in Lincoln, Nebraska. By pairing a chapel evoking ecclesiastical forms with a museum featuring a modern patchwork of texture and color, Marani will posit that brick’s materiality is inherently liberating rather than limiting; brick is beyond style.

Reception with small bites and drinks to follow presentation

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Lunch will be provided.

Our events are open to architectural, design, and building industry professionals only.

Inspirational Global Projects:

3 case studies on iconic clay and glass brick architecture around the world

This presentation focuses on three iconic buildings. Beginning with the Celiné Flagship Store in Soeul South Korea designed by Casper Mueller Kneer and HAEAHN Architecture, Crystal Houses in Amsterdam designed by MVRDV and the Australian Embassy in Bangkok designed by BVN Architecture.

Learning Outcomes:

Céline Flagship Store, Seoul

• Describe the manufacturing process for 500mm long format clay bricks
• Demonstrate how an open brick bond was achieved through the use of vertical rods

Crystal House, Amsterdam

• Describe the steps involved manufacturing highly precise solid glass bricks for the project
• Detail the unique construction of the glass brick façade using UV cured adhesive bonding

Australian Embassy, Bangkok

• Identify the uses of 11 different curved radial bricks
• Determine the timeline for production and delivery of Australian building products for international projects

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