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We are proud to offer a wide range of CPD courses for architects, designers, and industry professionals, focused on integrating smart technology into modern residential, commercial, and hospitality projects.
Delivered by our Liv. Technology experts and developed in partnership with leading brands such as Crestron and Lutron, our courses provide insight into the latest technology innovations across all sectors.
Stay ahead with our expert-led learning that brings technology and design together.
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Our Courses
Book Any CourseDesigning The Connected Home
This CPD explores how to successfully design and deliver connected homes, giving designers a clear understanding of how technology can enhance residential projects. From early planning through to final implementation, this session highlights how integrated systems can elevate both functionality and user experience without compromising design.
- How to approach designing a connected home from concept to completion
- What to consider when integrating home technology into residential projects
- Understanding the systems used including lighting, shading, audiovisual, climate control, and security
- How to design intuitive, user-friendly control systems that meet client expectations
- The importance of infrastructure and planning to ensure future-ready homes
- How technology can enhance lifestyle, comfort, and wellbeing
Integrating Technology Into Residential Design
This CPD gives designers an overview of what is possible when integrating technology into residential design. With guidance on smart projects ranging from simple to fully automated, this CPD will help designers understand what can be controlled in the home, and just how simple it is to implement and use advanced smart control.
- Understanding the benefits of including smart technology into your designs
- Deconstructing common myths surrounding smart technology
- Further knowledge of the different areas of control, from lighting & shading to audio & visual, thermostats, security, wellness and more
- The future of technology and how to make sure clients have the best experience which evolves with the technology
Next Level Lighting and Control
This seminar introduces the WELL Building Standard before focusing on the artificial lighting and daylighting related aspects, with a particular focus on how lighting, lighting controls and automated shading systems can support accreditation to WELL Building standard as well as occupant comfort and wellbeing.
- An introduction to the WELL Building Standard v2
- A detailed overview of the lighting and daylighting features that appear in the new WELL standard
- Guidance on how to meet the requirements in each of the lighting features
- Understand the purpose and structure of the WELL Building Standard version 2
- Be equipped to cite multiple strategies that can be implemented to meet the requirements of Feature L03 Circadian Lighting Design
- Understand how lighting controls can be used to achieve the requirements of Feature L09 Occupant Lighting Control
Transforming Space with Light
This seminar explains the use of lighting control as a design enhancement. With smart homes becoming more and more desirable across residential projects, lighting controls forming a considerable part of this desire need to be understood and planned for in designs and specifications to ensure the client's requirements are fulfilled.
- Gain an understanding of how using lighting controls, both artificial & natural, can enhance their designs
- Determine how utilising lighting control to its full potential can benefit the client
- Learn of the different possibilities with lighting control; single room to whole building
- Know what factors need to be considered when specifying lighting control
Understanding Guestroom Control Systems
Get a complete overview of guestroom control systems from both the guest-facing and backend perspectives. This course is ideal for hospitality designers and specifiers.
- Best practices for designing guestroom control systems
- How smart systems increase energy efficiency and guest satisfaction
- The advantages over traditional analogue controls
- Key factors to consider in product selection, delivery, and installation
- An overview of current guestroom control technologies
Introduction to Integrated Lighting Design
Lighting design is a critical element in modern homes, influencing everything from ambiance to functionality. This course introduces you to the fundamentals of integrated lighting systems and how they contribute to smarter, more responsive living environments.
- How high-quality lighting impacts the feel and performance of a space
- Key design factors to consider when planning integrated lighting
- When and why to involve a technology specialist in the design process
Cabling for the Integrated Home
A reliable cabling infrastructure is the backbone of any smart home. This course explores how to align modern construction methods with the demands of connected living covering entertainment, bandwidth, and system integration.
- Essential terminology used in smart home wiring and infrastructure
- Core design principles and metrics for planning effective cable layouts
- Understanding the cable needs of today's integrated homes
- When to seek expert advice to ensure seamless implementation
Outdoor Technology: Extending the Living Space
As homeowners look to make the most of their outdoor areas, demand for integrated technology beyond the walls of the home continues to rise. This course helps design and build professionals understand how to plan and implement smart outdoor solutions that are both resilient and high-performing.
- How to assess outdoor sites for technology integration
- The impact of weather, location, and terrain on product selection
- Infrastructure and equipment considerations for durable installations
- Control options and how they function in real-life outdoor scenarios
- How to identify and recommend technology solutions for exterior spaces
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Contact UsOur CPD courses are designed for architects, interior designers, project managers, and specifiers who want to better understand smart home and building technology. They are ideal for professionals who regularly work on residential, commercial, or hospitality projects where technology plays a role.
Yes. All of our CPD courses are formally accredited and count towards your annual CPD requirements. Certificates of completion are issued after each session.
Most of our CPD sessions run for 1-2 hours and can be delivered as a lunch-and-learn at your studio, at our London showroom, or online via video call. We also offer half-day and full-day workshops for teams who want a deeper dive.
Absolutely. We regularly deliver CPD sessions at architecture and design studios across London and beyond. Simply get in touch and we will arrange a session at a time that suits your team.
Standard CPD sessions are complimentary for registered design professionals. Bespoke workshops and extended training programmes are available at a fee — please contact us for details.
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