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# Weather-Adaptive Design: Enclosure Essentials

> In this insightful webinar, Alex Stonkus introduces the essentials of weather-adaptive enclosures—retractable and fixed systems that transform outdoor spaces into year-round havens.

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In this insightful webinar, Alex Stonkus introduces the essentials of weather-adaptive enclosures—retractable and fixed systems that transform outdoor spaces into year-round havens. Whether you're designing for residential patios or large-scale commercial applications, you'll gain valuable knowledge on how these enclosures improve energy efficiency, reduce maintenance, and enhance the user experience across a variety of industries from hospitality to aquatic centers.

## What you'll learn

* Key design applications for retractable and fixed enclosures
* Manual, motorized, and solar-powered system options
* Energy-saving and cost-reduction benefits of enclosures
* How enclosures reduce chemical use and heat loss in pools
* Real-world examples of residential and commercial installations
* Custom solutions for restaurants, hotels, pools, spas, and beyond
* Enhancing user comfort regardless of weather conditions
* Role of polycarbonate in insulation and UV protection

## Watch the recording

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

## Webinar details

* **Date:** May 6, 2025
* **Partner:** [Pool & Spa Enclosures](https://app.acelabusa.com/manufacturer/pool-spa-enclosures)