Shifting the Paradigm of Pocket Doors

About the Sponsor

The Specifiers & Product Consultants Alliance (SPC Alliance) was founded with a vision to revolutionize the architectural specification process. It aims to create a network of manufacturers, representatives, product consultants, and specification writers dedicated to crafting and advocating for a new standard of specification. This innovative specification process is designed to be accessible to all architectural firms, owners, and developers through the SPC Alliance network. SPC's mission is to foster cost savings for architects' clients and building owners by introducing a more competitive specification framework. Committed to strengthening the bonds of trust between architects, owners, developers, and its network members, the SPC Alliance is creating a new solution for customized approaches to door opening and hardware specification in project design. A key goal is to elevate the quality of door hardware products within the architectural sphere through continuing education, building industry relationships and tailored support that address the industry's evolving needs. SPC stands as a beacon of progress, collaboration, and educational excellence in the architectural community.

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Thursday, October 17, 2024 • Season 1, Episode 3

The SPC Alliance Podcast Series

Shifting the paradigm of pocket doors comes down to the functionality of its hardware. In this podcast course, participants will examine the historical context of pocket doors and the barriers of operability for occupants that impacted the market success. The advent of new materials, design and technology focused on the design, functionality, and aesthetic of pocket doors have vastly improved their capabilities in the built environment. Throughout this conversation, participants will explore the technical aspects, hardware, and innovative features of pocket door systems. The integral materials, installation processes, customization options, and the future of pocket door technology offer new options for architectural specification. By the end of this course, listeners will gain a deep understanding of how pocket doors can optimize space, enhance occupant experience and maximize layout options.

Learning Objectives:

Analyze the context of pocket doors including the main components of pocket door systems and the materials, design and safety features that impact overall performance.
Discuss the different types of bearings; bushing, ball bearing, and needle bearing, used in pocket door running gear, and assess their impact on operability and accessibility.
Examine the market trends, challenges, and potential of pocket doors in modern building design, with a focus on layout optimization, ADA compliance and applications in residential and hospitality projects.
Evaluate the customization options available for pocket doors and their ability to meet various architectural and design needs, including the differences between concealed and visible frames as well as accessibility and space maximization.

Professions:

Architecture

Design Category:

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Podcast Host:

Laura Elliott

As Podcast Host and Editorial Director at Ron Blank and Associates, Inc., Laura Elliott curates and oversees the creative direction of written content, ensuring a harmonious blend of style and substance. A champion of the industries at the heart of built environment, she enjoys crafting compelling narratives that move those industries forward. Her commitment to spearheading precision, integrity and authenticity fuels an integral collection of memorable content that fosters the connection between ideas and action.

Podcast Guest(s):

Harry Purdom

Harry is a Director at Enigma Pocket Doors who is passionate about bringing the value of pocket doors to every building project in America. He also is a shareholder in his company in the UK, Selo, who specialise in bringing innovative products to the construction industry – Simplifying Bespoke & Complex Building Methods.

Applicable Credits

AAA

Structured Learning Hour