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Corian® Design Studio — Lunch and Learn CEU Presentation 2013 Schedule:

Presentations begin at 12pm sharp.

Thursday, May 30, 2013- Solid Surface: Innovation Taking Shape w/ fabrication expert on hand!

  • This presentation provides an understanding of the basics of solid surface and its capabilities as a design material.   Learn the basic characteristics of solid surface that allow it to be an ideal design material to be used in both horizontal and vertical applications.

Joining us for this presentation to answer your general solid surfacing questions will be John Womer, Fabrication Manager for Corian® & Zodiaq®.  John specializes in Solid Surface fabrication and installation and is responsible for the certification of approved Fabricators.  Take advantage of this opportunity to earn credit and gain insight on the fabrication of solid surfaces.

Please RSVP to Nicole at nanderson@chbriggs.com or 215.254.7301.

Stay tuned for the Fall CEU offering.

Attend the grand opening of the first Futrus Healthcare Showroom!

Futrus, DuPont™ Corian® and C.H. Briggs invite you attend the exclusive launch of the Futrus® Healthcare Showroom at the DuPont™ Corian® Design Studio Philadelphia. Be one of the first to see this new installation featuring the award-winning Futrus Casework System and Healthcare Furnishings made primarily with DuPont™ Corian® solid surface, with guest speakers Susan Raterman and Mark Allen.

Integrating Infection Control and Sustainable Design to Create an Environment for Healing
Susan Raterman, CIH
President, The Raterman Group, LTD

 

 

Introducing Futrus® Healthcare Solutions 
Mark Allen
President, Futrus

 

 

Date:Thursday, June 13, 2013
Time:5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Location:DuPont™ Corian® Design Studio
Address:2400 Market Street
Suite 403
Philadelphia, PA 19105
215-254-7301

Discover how these innovative solutions enable architects and designers to create healthier environments for today’s patient rooms and hospitals. RSVPs are kindly requested before June 10, 2013. To RSVP, please send an email to nanderson@chbriggs.com. Space is limited.



To tour the Design Studio, call 215.254.7301 or complete the Schedule an Appointment form.

 

Past Events

Be one of the first to see the new 2013 colors of DuPont™ Corian® and Zodiaq®!

DuPont™ Corian® and C.H. Briggs invite you to spend an evening with your fellow architectural and design professionals at the Corian® Design Studio for a night of fun and refreshing Corian® and Zodiaq® inspiration!
      Date:  Thursday, March 28, 2013
     Time:  5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
     Location:  DuPont™ Corian® Design Studio
     Address:  2400 Market Street
                   Suite 403
                   Philadelphia, PA 19105
                   215-254-7301

Don't miss this unique opportunity to relax and explore how Corian® and Zodiaq® can bring your projects to life! RSVP's are kindly requested before March 25, 2013. Please click the link above to RSVP or send an email to nanderson@chbriggs.com. Space is limited.

Dialogues on Design

DuPont™ Corian® Dialogues on Design

Presentation by Mark Woodman, Global Color Research, Limited:
Color Stories
Thursday October 11, 12pm
The Corian Design Studio
2400 Market Street, Suite 403
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Please RSVP to nanderson@chbriggs.com

Color doesn’t just happen by itself. The stories involved give it life, meaning and direction. Experience the stories for 2013 as we Reflect, look at Crowd, consider Precious and embrace Block


Mark Woodman 
 

Biography
Mark Woodman, CMG

Mark Woodman CMG, a dynamic designer, writer and speaker, has contributed to the pages of magazines and books, the airwaves of TV and radio and the stages of exhibitions around the globe.

The world of color has brought him to Global Color Research, Limited, a London based, international trend and consultancy group and he also serves as President of the Color Marketing Group. As owner of Mark Woodman Design & Color, a design and color consulting firm, Mr. Woodman’s design work has ranged from interiors to graphics.

A spirited and accomplished international speaker, Mr. Woodman frequently lectures on color and design for prominent organizations such as ASID, IFDA, IDG, CMG, NKBA, 100% Design London, Heimtex Frankfurt, Surfaces, NeoCon, Decorex London and Australian Exhibitions, PTY.

DuPont™ Corian® Dialogues on Design

Presentation by Richard Cameron:
The Creation of Ravenwood: M. Night Shymalan’s Home
Thursday, October 11, 5:30pm reception with 6pm lecture
The Center for Architecture, 1218 Arch St.

Renowned residential architect Richard Cameron will talk about his design approach to Ravenwood is the private estate of M. Night Shyamalan, located in the outskirts of Philadelphia.

DuPont™ Corian® Dialogues on Design

Presentation by Rosalyn Cama:
Art of Healing
October 12, 5:30pm
The Corian Design Studio
2400 Market Street, Suite 403
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Please RSVP to nanderson@chbriggs.com

Join Rosalyn Cama for a slideshow and discussion about an evidence-based approach to a healing arts program…


Rosalyn Cama 
  

Biography
Rosalyn Cama, FASID

Rosalyn Cama, FASID is the President and Principal Interior Designer of the evidence-based planning and design firm CAMA, Incorporated in New Haven, CT. CAMA, Incorporated’s mission is to partner with its clients, in support of their strategic plan, in the creation of interior environments that improve outcomes.

CAMA Incorporated was founded in 1983 and has completed design work for many clients nationwide in the area of healthcare and academic settings for higher education. Most notably Yale-New Haven Health System, Princeton Healthcare System, OhioHealth, Baystate Health System, Medical College of Georgia Health, and The University Medical Center El Paso.

Ms. Cama has served as the twenty-fourth President of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) and currently serves as chair of the board for the Center for Health Design. Ms. Cama holds a Bachelor of Science degree with distinction in Interior Design and Textiles from the University of Connecticut. She is a frequent writer and lecturer on the topic of evidence-based healthcare design. Ms. Cama has authored Evidence-Based Healthcare Design, John Wiley & Sons, Inc. publisher, released in 2009.

2011 New Colors Launch - featuring an exclusive concert by G. Love
MAY 12th 2011
6-8 pm
This is an invitation-only event

APRIL 2011 
>>  University of the Arts Student Workshop:
     "Client/Designer Relationship"

JANUARY 2011 
>>  Exhibition:
      LIFE+ (Philadelphia University and CH Briggs collaborative) called the 1st floor of the Marketplace Design Center home until January 27th.

OCT. 7th - DEC 3rd
>>  Carte Blanche Exhibition:
DuPont Building Innovations and Intramuros Magazine Presented Celebrated Carte Blanche Exhibition in Philadelphia, Featuring Original Works by Internationally-Renowned Designers  

2011 New Colors Exhibit
MAY 12th - DEC 31st
The DuPont™ Corian® Design Studio in Philadelphia
is open to the public!

2011 DuPont™ Corian® Dialogues on Design

Read the Press Release

Dialogues on Design 

2011 DuPont™ Corian® Dialogues on Design
Presentation by Rama Chorpash: The International and Unexpected Life of Products and By-Products
October 14, 6pm
DuPont™ Corian® Dialogues on Design
Center for Architecture, 1218 Arch Street
www.designphiladelphia.orgRama Chorpash

2011 DuPont™ Corian® Dialogues on Design
Presentation by Jaime Salm:
MIO Measures: Creating Smart Design for the Planet 
October 17, 6pm
DuPont™ Corian® Dialogues on Design
Center For Architecture, 1218 Arch Street
www.designphiladelphia.orgJamie Salm

2011 DuPont™ Corian® Dialogues on Design
Presentation by Barbara J. Huelat: Organic Insight of Healing Environments
October 18, 5:30pm reception, 6:15pm presentation
DuPont™ Corian® Dialogues on Design
Marketplace Design Center, 2400 Market Street, 4th Floor
www.designphiladelphia.org 
Barbara J. Huelat 

2011 DuPont™ Corian® Dialogues on Design
Presentation by Benjamin Pardo: Editing Design
October 20th, 5:30pm reception, 6:15pm presentation
DuPont™ Corian® Dialogues on Design
Marketplace Design Center, 2400 Market Street, 4th Floor
www.designphiladelphia.org Benjamin Pardo
 

2011 NEW COLORS NEWS RELEASE!

CEU Presentation Schedule:
If you are interested in attending, please contact the Studio at 215.254.7301

  • 9/1/11: Solid Surface – Innovation Taking Shape
    Summary:  This presentation provides an understanding of the basics of solid surface and its capabilities as a design material.  Learn the basic characteristics of solid surface that allow it to be an ideal design material to be used in both horizontal and vertical applications.
  • 10/6/11: Color Trends 2011
    Summary: This presentation provides an overview of the study done by global color research.  This work is based on a thorough review of the current social economic, technological and environmental factors that are affecting the human psyche and driving what we want from color and design.
  • 11/3/11: Healthcare Surfaces Material
    This presentation provides an evaluation of different surfacing material in a healthcare environment.
  • 11/17/11: Infection Control
    Summary: This presentation provides information on the key factors which contribute to the spread of infection and ho to keep those factors to a minimum.  The course will provide specific infection control precautions for everyday, on-the-job activities so you can develop an infection control program for your facility.
  • 12/1/11: Understanding Quartz Surfaces –Innovation Taking Shape
    Summary:  This presentation provides an understanding of the evolution of various types of stone surface material as well as the basic composition and manufacturing of quartz.  Learn the functional characteristics and aesthetic qualities of quartz surfaces and understand the many unique design applications.

To tour the Design Studio, call 215.254.7301 or complete the Schedule an Appointment form.

The New Colors of Corian®  and Zodiaq®  are Here!
The New Colors of Corian® and Zodiaq® are Here!
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