Hosted by the 蜜桃传媒app Florida Chapter | 2 AIA CES Learning Units|HSW | 2 Credits toward the Certificate in Classical Architecture (Building Craft)
Join us for cocktails and an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Oliveri Millworks, Palm Beach鈥檚 local manufacturer of custom wood and steel windows and doors. Founder Russ Oliveri and his daughter, Angelina Oliveri, Vice President, will guide you through their state-of-the-art facility and highlight the craftsmanship and innovation that have defined their family-owned business since 1981.
This immersive shop tour provides a comprehensive behind-the-scenes look at the manufacturing process of high-quality wood, steel, and stainless-steel windows and doors. Participants will gain insight into the full production journey, from raw materials to finished products, with a focus on both traditional craftsmanship and modern technological advancements. The tour highlights how precision machinery and automation are seamlessly integrated with hands-on techniques to produce exceptional architectural components. Attendees will also explore the critical roles of paint technology and glazing in achieving durability, energy efficiency, and aesthetic excellence.
Greg Bettenhausen of Wilmette Hardware, a firm specializing in bespoke architectural hardware design, fabrication, and finishing on Chicago鈥檚 North Shore, works closely with Oliveri Millworks on a range of projects. He will share the story of Wilmette Hardware and provide insight into their processes and how their hardware integrates with Oliveri鈥檚 custom windows and doors. Join us for an inspiring evening celebrating exceptional design, heritage craftsmanship, and the partnerships that bring extraordinary architectural details to life.
Instructors:
Rosario (Russ) Oliveri
Oliveri is an entrepreneur with a career focusing on levering his diverse entrepreneurial skills to grow businesses in construction/manufacturing, retail and the medical sales field. For the last 14 years, Russ has been the Managing Member of Oliveri Millworks, which has become a leader in the South Florida market for Architectural Hurricane Impact fenestration. Russ concentrates on the sales and providing consulting for the business鈥檚 hurricane impact testing program. His sales efforts are concentrated in building relationships with Architects and General Contractors for high-end residential and commercial projects. Russ also lectures Architects and other building professionals on Hurricane impact testing through AIA.
Angelina Oliveri
Angelina Oliveri is the Vice President of Oliveri Millworks. Prior to joining Oliveri Millworks, Angelina worked in the Consumer Goods Industry in roles focused on merchandising, production management and product development. At Oliveri, Angelina took her past expertise and applied it to developing improved production operations, new marketing strategy, and industry trend research. Angelina oversees all daily operations of the business and concentrates on business strategy, business development, marketing, and project management.
Gregory Bettenhausen
Gregory Bettenhausen is the founder of Wilmette Hardware, a U.S.-based manufacturer specializing in custom architectural hardware for high-end residential and commercial projects. He holds a bachelor鈥檚 degree in business finance from Liberty University and an MBA from Lynchburg College in Virginia. Combining his background in finance with a passion for architectural design.
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Instructional Delivery Method: Live In-Person Learning Program Program Level: Introductory Prerequisites: None required AIA CES Program Approval Expiration Date: January 26, 2029 Provider Number: G193 Provider Statement: The Institute of Classical Architecture & Art is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number G193. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing 蜜桃传媒app Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES ([email protected] or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).
This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product.
AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.
At the end of the course, participants will be able to:
1) Understand the complete manufacturing process of wood and steel doors, hardware, and related architectural components, from raw materials to finished products.
2) Identify the roles of traditional craftsmanship and modern technology in producing high-quality architectural components.
3) Describe the critical role hardware and other mechanical components play in the function of any hurricane-rated window and door product.
4) Describe the unique impacts on finishes from tropical climate-based factors and how paint, glazing, plating, and other finishing technologies are considered to improve the durability, energy efficiency, and aesthetic of architectural components.
5) Evaluate specific design parameters and solutions that are architects鈥� and designers鈥� responsibility to consider when specifying a secure, water-resistant, and durable window and door assembly in a tropical climate.
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