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# Designing with Wood

> Join Wendy Williams in this engaging webinar, "Designing with Wood," as she explores the key characteristics of wood and dives into the most popular systems used in wood walls and ceilings.

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Join Wendy Williams in this engaging webinar, "Designing with Wood," as she explores the key characteristics of wood and dives into the most popular systems used in wood walls and ceilings. Learn how to differentiate between hardwoods and softwoods, understand their structural and aesthetic differences, and discover how these choices impact your architectural designs. Whether you're specifying wood for appearance, performance, or durability, this course will give you the knowledge and insights you need.

## What you'll learn

* Key characteristics and classifications of wood
* Differences between hardwoods and softwoods
* Common systems used in wood wall and ceiling design
* Factors influencing grading, appearance, and durability
* Real-world FAQs and design tips from project experience

## Watch the recording

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<Note>
  Watching the recording does not provide AIA continuing-education credit.
</Note>

## Webinar details

* **Date:** April 10, 2025
* **Partner:** [Rulon International](https://app.acelabusa.com/manufacturer/rulon-international)