Lunch will be provided.

Our events are open to architectural, design, and building industry professionals only.

Adding Interest with Brick Shapes

One important reason for brick's popularity is its ability to adapt to design criteria. It can be shaped and used in a wide variety of traditional and contemporary detailing: Such as arches to sills, copings, columns and treads. This program focuses on the use of shapes, not only to increase the aesthetic quality of brickwork, but also toward accomplishing better detailing and better performing brickwork. Many applications involve units that are not normally considered to be brick shapes. Increased water penetration resistance, reducing the size of expansion joints, and the proper design of acute angle corners, can all be realized through the use of shapes.

Discussion will focus on increased performance of brickwork through the use of specially designed brick, i.e. arch design and versatility, sloped sills and caps, shelf angle brick, and even brick sculpture. Included will be discussion on how to reduce the cost of shapes through individual brick design and considerations of color, size, and bond patterns.

Other topics included in this presentation are --

Manufacturing

Glen-Gery makes every effort to see that special shapes match the color of the field brick used.

Radial Brick

What is the smallest radius possible without using a special shape?

Corners

Should obtuse angle corners be designed with 8 inch and 4 inch legs or a 6-inch and 2 inch leg?

Standard Brick

Special shapes are unnecessary in many job-specific applications including arches, sills, and caps.

Historical Reference

We often forget that many historical details, that included special shapes, were used for more than just aesthetic reasons.

Sculpture

Brick masonry and its use as sculpture are on the rise. Examples of brick sculpture will be presented and discussed.

Questions/Comments?

Email: events@glengery.com

Lunch will be provided.

Our events are open to architectural, design, and building industry professionals only.

Adding Interest with Brick Shapes

One important reason for brick's popularity is its ability to adapt to design criteria. It can be shaped and used in a wide variety of traditional and contemporary detailing: Such as arches to sills, copings, columns and treads. This program focuses on the use of shapes, not only to increase the aesthetic quality of brickwork, but also toward accomplishing better detailing and better performing brickwork. Many applications involve units that are not normally considered to be brick shapes. Increased water penetration resistance, reducing the size of expansion joints, and the proper design of acute angle corners, can all be realized through the use of shapes.

Discussion will focus on increased performance of brickwork through the use of specially designed brick, i.e. arch design and versatility, sloped sills and caps, shelf angle brick, and even brick sculpture. Included will be discussion on how to reduce the cost of shapes through individual brick design and considerations of color, size, and bond patterns.

Other topics included in this presentation are --

Manufacturing

Glen-Gery makes every effort to see that special shapes match the color of the field brick used.

Radial Brick

What is the smallest radius possible without using a special shape?

Corners

Should obtuse angle corners be designed with 8 inch and 4 inch legs or a 6-inch and 2 inch leg?

Standard Brick

Special shapes are unnecessary in many job-specific applications including arches, sills, and caps.

Historical Reference

We often forget that many historical details, that included special shapes, were used for more than just aesthetic reasons.

Sculpture

Brick masonry and its use as sculpture are on the rise. Examples of brick sculpture will be presented and discussed.

Questions/Comments?

Email: events@glengery.com

Lunch will be provided.

Our events are open to architectural, design, and building industry professionals only.

Adding Interest with Brick Shapes

One important reason for brick's popularity is its ability to adapt to design criteria. It can be shaped and used in a wide variety of traditional and contemporary detailing: Such as arches to sills, copings, columns and treads. This program focuses on the use of shapes, not only to increase the aesthetic quality of brickwork, but also toward accomplishing better detailing and better performing brickwork. Many applications involve units that are not normally considered to be brick shapes. Increased water penetration resistance, reducing the size of expansion joints, and the proper design of acute angle corners, can all be realized through the use of shapes.

Discussion will focus on increased performance of brickwork through the use of specially designed brick, i.e. arch design and versatility, sloped sills and caps, shelf angle brick, and even brick sculpture. Included will be discussion on how to reduce the cost of shapes through individual brick design and considerations of color, size, and bond patterns.

Other topics included in this presentation are --

Manufacturing

Glen-Gery makes every effort to see that special shapes match the color of the field brick used.

Radial Brick

What is the smallest radius possible without using a special shape?

Corners

Should obtuse angle corners be designed with 8 inch and 4 inch legs or a 6-inch and 2 inch leg?

Standard Brick

Special shapes are unnecessary in many job-specific applications including arches, sills, and caps.

Historical Reference

We often forget that many historical details, that included special shapes, were used for more than just aesthetic reasons.

Sculpture

Brick masonry and its use as sculpture are on the rise. Examples of brick sculpture will be presented and discussed.

Questions/Comments?

Email: events@glengery.com

Lunch will be provided.

Our events are open to architectural, design, and building industry professionals only.

Basics of Brickwork Detailing

Water penetration is responsible for many of the problems encountered in masonry walls today. The successful performance of a masonry wall depends on limiting the amount of water penetration and controlling any water that does enter the wall system. Water penetration resistance and control in brick veneer is the focus of this presentation. The concept behind the ‘brick veneer drainage wall’ is discussed in detail, as well as, the proper materials to specify in order to maximize a wall's water penetration resistance. The various elements and materials which make up a building are in a constant state of motion. All building materials expand and contract due to changes in temperature; some materials move with changes in moisture content. Each building material also changes dimensions due to stress and some materials tend to flow when subjected to sustained loads. These major causes of movement: thermal, moisture, deflection and creep, along with the proper way to control these movements are the focus of this presentation.

Other topics included in this presentation are --

• Workmanship: What to expect from the mason.

• Airspaces: Why is the airspace so important and what are the minimum requirements for proper performance.

• Colorless Coatings: When should they be used? Are they always effective?

• Flashing and Weepholes: Which types are most effective?

• Expansion Joints, Control Joints, Building Expansion Joints: Is there really a difference, or is it just semantics.

• Joint Spacing: Is there an appropriate ‘Rule of Thumb’ - or can such a rule lead to cracking?

• Compressible Fill: Where should it be used and why.

• Shelf Angle Details: What must occur at shelf angles to allow for the expected movements?

Questions/Comments?

Email: events@glengery.com

Our events are open to architectural, design, and building industry professionals only.

Protective Treatments for Masonry

Join us for an insightful presentation exploring the effects of water on masonry architecture and how to protect against it. This session will examine different types of masonry water repellents, comparing their effectiveness and application methods. The program concludes with guidance on treating masonry to protect against non-water-related threats such as oil and graffiti.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand six ways water penetration can damage masonry.

• Distinguish between the two main types of protective treatments.

• Learn how to research and select the appropriate treatments for your project.

• Review general application procedures for protective masonry treatments.

Questions/Comments?

Email: events@glengery.com

Our events are open to architectural, design, and building industry professionals only.

Join us for an exclusive Happy Hour featuring a tasting from Checkerspot Brewing at the Brickworks Baltimore Design Studio! Unwind with colleagues trying new beer, light bites, and great company in our stylish space. It’s the perfect chance to relax, network, and explore the latest design trends in a laid-back atmosphere. Don’t miss out on an evening of inspiration and connection!

Questions/Comments?

Email: events@glengery.com

Lunch will be provided.

Our events are open to architectural, design, and building industry professionals only.

Enhancing Thin Masonry Veneer: Metal Support Systems

This session will examine the design and performance of metal backing systems that mechanically support thin masonry veneers. Join us to compare various systems and traditionally laid face brick masonry as well as review critical design and installation factors.

You'll also learn about performance tests that establish code compliance for proprietary thin veneer support systems and explore strategies for water penetration, structural performance, thermal efficiency, and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 285 approval.

Learning Objectives

1. Discover water management strategies for mechanically supported thin masonry veneer systems.
2. Analyze veneer support methods for mechanically supported thin veneer systems.
3. Explore requirements for supporting thin masonry veneer over continuous insulation.
4. Learn how thin masonry veneer systems comply with building codes

Questions/Comments?

Email: events@glengery.com

Lunch will be provided.

Our events are open to architectural, design, and building industry professionals only.

Achieving Optimum Envelope Performance with Ceramic Rainscreen Facades

SK1N is an adaptive building envelope solution suitable for installation on walls of new and existing buildings. Ceramic rainscreens are a versatile façade cladding option that combine generations of building science knowledge with the proven durability and beauty of fired ceramics. The result is an advanced cladding that can makes significant contribution to a high-performance building envelope. This program reviews how resilient, maintenance free ceramic rainscreens, made from natural and recycled materials minimize water penetration, resist fire, benefit project schedules and achieve energy efficiency requirements.

Learning Objectives

1. Identify common components of ceramic rainscreen assemblies and their functions

2. Describe how ceramic rainscreens achieve superior water penetration resistance.

3. Discuss how the attributes of ceramic rainscreens contribute to important aspects of highperformance envelope design, such as project schedule, fire resistance and environmental impact

4. Review strategies for meeting energy code requirements with ceramic rainscreen systems.

Credit

1 AIA LU/HSW

Questions/Comments?

Email: events@glengery.com

Our events are open to architectural, design, and building industry professionals only.

Paint & Sip: Brick Edition

Join us for a creative twist on the classic paint and sip! Instead of canvases, we’ll be painting directly on bricks. This is a relaxed, free-paint environment: no instructor, no rules, just a fun evening of creativity, drinks, and great company.

We’ll provide the bricks, paints, and brushes you bring your imagination. Whether you’re artistic or just here for the wine, it’s all about having fun and trying something different.

Space is limited, so be sure to save your spot early!

Questions/Comments?

Email: events@glengery.com

Our events are open to architectural, design, and building industry professionals only.

Join us for an extraordinary event tailored for architecture and interior design students! Prepare to be inspired and receive valuable mentoring from industry professionals, indulge in delicious food and drinks, expand your network, and stay tuned for more exciting details to come. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity!

Questions/Comments?

Email: events@glengery.com