Presented by mmcité

Credits: 1 Learning Unit — LACES AIA HSW

Availability: in-person and online

Artificial intelligence is increasingly present in design practice, yet its role in public space remains unclear. This course examines AI through the stages of place making that closely align with the development of site furnishings, from concept to installation. Participants learn where AI supports research, documentation, and coordination, and where it falls short in judgment and accountability. Through real world application, the course highlights how AI can improve efficiency while reinforcing the need for human oversight. Participants gain a practical framework for integrating AI responsibly while protecting design intent, professional judgment, and the human experience of place.

Presented by mmcité

Credits: 1 Learning Unit — LACES AIA HSW

Availability: in-person and online

This course explores how site furnishings—seating, shelters, and planters—align with biophilic design principles to enhance public spaces. Participants will learn how natural materials, organic forms, and integrated greenery promote community health, safety, and well-being. We look at real-world examples that highlight strategies for creating restorative environments that reduce stress, encourage interaction, and support sustainability, transforming urban spaces into vibrant, nature-connected places.

Presented by mmcité

Credits: 1 Learning Unit — LACES AIA HSW

Availability: in-person and online

Sustainability is THE word for this generation of designers. In this CEU, we provide designers with current data related to materials and their characteristics, limitations, and the degree to which they are sustainable. Simply put, this CEU helps designers specify the appropriate materials and recognize how those choices relate to sustaining natural global resources.

Presented by mmcité

Credits: 1 Learning Unit — LACES AIA HSW

Availability: in-person and online

The precise intersection of public spaces and people lie in public furniture. Each piece, whether a transit shelter, park bench, or plaza table, is designed for people in the public realm, aiming to include every citizen. In this class, we aim to broaden the understanding of inclusivity within this exact intersection. Public furniture is intended to serve everyone, refl ecting the grand idea behind inclusivity, and emphasizing the importance of considering it for creating better public spaces.