Excel Dryer Presents: A New Live Continuing Education Course on Leveraging the WELL Building Standard

Excel Dryer is elated to unveil a new educational opportunity for architects and design professionals: Healthy Interiors: Using the WELL Building Standard™ to Design Commercial Spaces of the Future. This live continuing education course (CEU) is designed to equip architects and design professionals with the knowledge and tools to create spaces that are not only visually stunning but also sustainable, health-conscious, and innovative.

The International WELL Building Institute’s WELL Building Standard is reshaping the way commercial spaces are designed, focusing on human health, well-being, and environmental sustainability. Excel Dryer has long been a pioneer in advancing hygiene and sustainability in public restrooms, and this course continues that tradition by translating our expertise into actionable insights for architects and design professionals.

A Real-World Case Study: Excel Dryer’s Headquarters Is A Health-Conscious Workplace

The continuing education course draws inspiration from Excel Dryer’s recent renovation and expansion of its global headquarters in East Longmeadow, Massachusetts that focused on hygiene and wellness in every aspect to be a health-conscious workplace. This 5,000-square-foot office expansion was guided by the principles of the WELL Building Standard v2, creating a space that balances beauty, functionality, and the well-being of its occupants. Throughout the course, participants will explore this real-world example to understand how these concepts can be applied to their own projects. The course dives into the role building products played in creating this masterpiece of sustainable design, including the walls, furniture, HVAC, acoustic systems, flooring, lighting, views, plumbing, and more. The result is an engaging and highly relevant learning experience that connects theory to practice.

Sustainability at the Core of Design

A central theme of this course is how sustainable design can seamlessly integrate into health-conscious workplace building strategies. Participants will learn about the role of green building frameworks like the WELL Building Standard and LEED in achieving sustainability goals. The course examines how building products, such as those featured in Excel Dryer’s project, contribute to energy efficiency, water conservation, and the reduction of carbon footprints. By exploring real-world applications, the course demonstrates how sustainable design practices can enhance both the environmental impact and the usability of a space, ensuring that buildings meet the needs of today while preserving resources for future generations.

Earn CE Credits While Advancing Your Expertise

Approved for continuing education hours by the American Institute of Architects (AIA), Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI), and the Interior Design Continuing Education Council (IDCEC), this continuing education course provides an opportunity for architects and design professionals to advance their knowledge while earning essential credits. Upon completion, participants will gain 1 AIA LU/HSW hour, 1 GBCI CE hour (including LEED-specific and WELL-specific credits), and 1 IDCEC CEU (Health, Safety, and Welfare/Sustainability). These accreditations reflect the course’s comprehensive scope, emphasizing its relevance to architects and design professionals striving to stay at the forefront of their fields.

Focusing on Health and Hygiene in Post-COVID Design

The course delves deeply into focusing on the evolving demands for a health-conscious workplace in post-COVID design, where health and hygiene are more critical than ever. Participants will explore how strategies within the WELL Building Standard can help achieve project goals related to occupant health, sustainability, and aesthetics. The course also examines the role of advanced building products in creating spaces that are as practical as they are inspiring.

One of the highlights of the course is its focus on touchless technology, a cornerstone of modern building design. Excel Dryer’s expertise in this area takes center stage, offering insights into how touchless hand hygiene solutions can improve the user experience while supporting health-focused certifications like WELL and LEED. These innovations are part of a broader commitment to sustainable design, exemplified by Excel Dryer’s product line and corporate ethos.

Why Architects and Design Professionals Should Take This Course

Architects and design professionals who participate in this continuing education course will leave with a deeper understanding of how thoughtful design can shape the future of commercial spaces. From ergonomic workstations and biophilic design elements to advanced air purification systems and touchless hand hygiene solutions, the course covers a range of topics that are both timely and impactful. It challenges professionals to think beyond aesthetics, considering how their designs can enhance the lives of those who use the spaces they create.

Excel Dryer is proud to offer this continuing education course as part of its ongoing commitment to innovation, education, and sustainability. By sharing the lessons learned from our own WELL-focused renovation, we aim to empower architects and design professionals to lead the way in creating healthier, more sustainable environments.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your professional development and explore the future of design, visit https://go.exceldryer.com/green-ceu-courses/ to learn more and register for Healthy Interiors: Using the WELL Building Standard™ to Design Commercial Spaces of the Future. Together, we can design spaces that benefit both people and the planet.