Continued Education
Technology continues to play an increasingly important role in the way homes are designed, built, and experienced. Premiere Systems offers continuing education programs for architects, interior designers, builders, and industry professionals seeking to better understand the intersection of technology, design, wellness, and luxury living.
CEU Program
Our presentations are designed to provide valuable insights into emerging trends, best practices, and real-world applications of smart home technology. From lighting and shading to automation, entertainment, and integrated living environments, our CEU programs help design professionals stay informed while earning continuing education credits.
Integrating Technology & Design
AIA: 1LU | Elective, CEU Code: 20231128. Expiry, 05/15/2027
IDCEC: 1LU | HSW, CEU 120159. Expiry, 03/31/2026
Learning Objectives
Recognize the technologies available to homeowners and design professionals for integration into a home.
Identify key coordination points between technology integrators and design professionals.
Determine ways to find qualified technology integrators, and the value they can bring to a residential project.
Consider how to develop a robust, repeatable process for integrating technology into the home.
Layered Light » Crafting Atmosphere Through Design & Technology
AIA: 1LU | HSW, CEU Code: 202513. Expiry, 12/09/2028
IDCEC: 1LU | HSW, CEU- 125027. Expiry, 12/31/2027
Learning Objectives
Explain how layered lighting, CCT, CRI, and circadian principles impact occupant comfort, health, and well-being in residential spaces.
Apply best practices for lighting planning and coordination.
Analyze how dimming, zoning, and tunable/circadian lighting systems can enhance flexibility, energy efficiency, and occupant well-being while complying with design and safety standards.
Describe the importance of specification submittals for fixtures and controls to ensure project coordination, protect stakeholders, and achieve successful lighting system implementation.
Healthy Spaces » Technology’s Role in Wellness Design
AIA: 1LU | HSW, CEU Code: 202512. Expiry, 12/09/2028
IDCEC: 1LU | HSW, CEU- 125026. Expiry, 12/31/2027
Learning Objectives
Describe how wellness technologies impact occupant health, safety, and welfare in residential and commercial environments.
Demonstrate strategies for integrating wellness technologies into building design to enhance occupant comfort, productivity, and well-being.
Evaluate evidence-based benefits of wellness-focused design, including improved air and water quality, circadian lighting, sleep, and overall occupant performance.
Apply principles of integrated and automated wellness systems to real-world design projects to optimize occupant safety, comfort, and long-term health.
Elevating Outdoor Living Through Technology
AIA: 1LU | HSW, CEU Code: 202511. Expiry, 11/24/2028
IDCEC: 1LU | HSW, CEU 124990. Expiry, 12/31/2027
Learning Objectives
Identify key environmental, landscape, and structural considerations that influence the selection, placement, and longevity of outdoor technology systems.
Explain the importance of proper infrastructure and installation, including wiring, IP ratings, and cabling methods, to ensure safety, and reliability, of outdoor systems.
Evaluate control options and user interaction strategies to create intuitive, functional, and enjoyable outdoor technology experiences for clients.
Integrate outdoor technology into a cohesive design that enhances usability, comfort, safety, and overall wellness while maintaining aesthetic and environmental harmony.
Designing for Tech » Planning Smart Home Infrastructure
AIA: 1LU | HSW, CEU Code: 202510. Expiry, 07/11/2028
IDCEC: 1LU | HSW, CEU- 124833. Expiry, 12/31/2027
Learning Objectives
Explain the importance of early technology planning in residential projects to ensure occupant safety, comfort, and long-term system reliability.
Identify Health, Safety, and Welfare (HSW) considerations in the design and integration of home technology systems, including media, lighting, security, networking, and automation.
Apply best practices for system infrastructure and installation to minimize risks such as overheating, electrical interference, and improper device placement.
Coordinate effectively with architects, designers, and subcontractors to ensure technology enhances safety, ergonomics, and occupant well-being.
Outline strategies for ongoing system maintenance and upgrades to preserve safety, security, and performance throughout the life of the home.
Home Theaters & Media Rooms » A Design-Forward Approach
AIA: 1LU | Elective, CEU Code: 072025. Expiry, 07/30/2028
IDCEC: 1LU, CEU-124156. Expiry, 07/31/2027
Learning Objectives
Identify key design considerations—such as acoustics, lighting, and layout—that impact the performance and aesthetics of home theaters and media rooms.
Understand how early collaboration between designers, integrators, and clients can lead to more cohesive and functional entertainment spaces.
Explore current technology trends, including immersive audio, video projection, and hidden AV solutions, that enhance design without compromising performance.
Learn how to integrate AV technology discreetly and beautifully within various design styles, from contemporary to traditional.
Gain practical strategies for space planning, material selection, and client communication that ensure successful outcomes in media room and home theater projects.
Partner-Led Continuing Education Program
In addition to our own educational offerings, Premiere Systems regularly partners with leading technology manufacturers to provide accredited continuing education opportunities for architects, interior designers, builders, and design professionals. These programs feature industry experts from respected brands such as Lutron, Ketra, and other leaders in lighting, shading, automation, wellness, and luxury home technology.
To make participation convenient, CEU presentations can be hosted at our Chicago and Naples showrooms, providing attendees with the opportunity to experience the technologies firsthand in a real-world environment. We also offer presentations at your office, design studio, or organization, as well as virtual sessions via Zoom for remote teams and multi-office groups.