RIBA-approved CPD.
A RIBA-approved CPD on specifying ultra-slim aluminium glazing - the trade-offs around sightlines, U-values, Psi-values, weather-sealing, and the structural opening preparation that determines whether the headline performance is what the project actually achieves.
Delivered in person at our W3 showroom or remotely. We tailor the level to the audience - junior architects working through specifications get a different emphasis to senior architects briefing building physicists.
- Duration
- 60 minutes in person or remote by arrangement
- Delivery
- In-person · remote
- Status
- RIBA-approved CPD
Topics covered.
01
Sightline geometry and visual hierarchy
How sightlines read in elevation, the difference between interlock and perimeter sightlines, and where ultra-slim sightlines deliver visual impact.
02
Thermal performance
How to read manufacturer data, distinguish centre-pane values from whole-window values, and coordinate glazing performance with the wider build-up.
03
Rooflight design
How rooflight size, pitch, access, drainage and surrounding structure affect specification and installation planning.
04
Planning and detailing
How early technical coordination helps align planning intent, structural openings, thresholds and final installation conditions.
Learning outcomes.
By the end of the session, the audience can:
- Specify slim-frame aluminium glazing against project-specific performance criteria.
- Understand how thermal performance and junction detailing affect the finished installation.
- Coordinate rooflight and large-format glazing design before manufacture begins.
- Anticipate the buildability constraints that appear between design stage and installation.
Book a session.
Tell us your practice, preferred date, and number of attendees. We confirm within two working days.
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