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Gold Leaf Education

We freely share our 30 years of experience creating designs for hospitality, healthcare, and commercial environments with our popular education discussions. Get Continuing Education Credits through IDCEC as we discuss a variety of topics and share our insights regarding trends and design philosophies.

Currently, we offer four courses. Each class lasts about 1 hour and is worth 1 CEU credit. Contact Us to receive the upcoming schedule. Group presentations are also available for your firm. 


FAUX REAL:  PERMANENT VS. LIVE BOTANICALS FOR YOUR SPACE

Tillandsia and Xerographica airplants on a metal frame hung as art on a wall.This class focuses on biophilic decision-making when it comes to selecting plants for public spaces. Botanicals add a beautiful final touch, but do you opt for real or faux (we don't like to use the harsh word 'fake')? — Let us help make your decision more informed as we discuss the pros and cons of today's unique selection of permanent botanicals compared to the 'real deal'.

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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20 @ 11am CST
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In the meantime, see our Botanicals+ collection to see lifelike permanent botanicals & custom-made botanical designs. Or talk with us about something unique and customized for your space. 


HIGH DESIGN: DESIGNING FOR A NEW CANNABIS CULTURE

Two image composite. Left image is a green wall face made from botanical elements, right image is a dispensary lobby. On top of both is a small Wall Play cannabis leaf.Presently, over 75% of the United States has adopted the legal use of marijuana for recreational and/or medical purposes. With its emergence from the shadows of the law, it's getting a total makeover. No area of Cannabis culture has seen (or needed) a bigger change than the interiors of dispensaries. Traditionally, they have been non-designed with a low profile. Now, get ready for chic retail lounges that are supported by a multi-billion-dollar industry. This class explores the best practices and considerations when designing today’s modern dispensary. Getting creative with the vibe, we discuss topics including strategic merchandising, the importance of customer privacy, technology considerations, and the significance of the brand experience.

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17 @ 11am CST
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In the meantime, get a sense of our capabilities by reviewing our Custom Designs then let's talk about something unique for your space.


DESIGNING WITH ICONIC MAGNETS FOR SOCIAL MEDIA

Series of thumbnails from an Instagram feed showing various people in front of a large fiberglass heart.In the technology-forward movement, our mobile devices have become ‘the tool’ for effective sharing of communication. Because of this, our human experiences and memorable moments are documented more easily and are quickly shared. We'll discuss the benefits of utilizing a ‘visual magnet’ in our evolving décor landscape and how attractive this is to social media. This artful and engaging CEU will also focus on key lessons for successful marketing moments.

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This class is presently not scheduled. In the meantime, see our collection of Social Media Magnets and Wall Play™  options or talk with us about something iconic for your space.


POP!  3-D WALL ART DESIGN FOR YOUR SPACE

An organic flowing design using Gold Seed Wall Play on a wall with a console table in front of it.Today’s evolving landscape of interior décor offers endless options for the finishing touches to the walls of your space. However, in recent years, there’s been a noticeable shift from the traditional 2-D to more dynamic 3-D wall art designs. In this presentation, we take a closer look into the world of 3-D wall art, providing you with a greater knowledge and appreciation of today’s unique solutions.

This class is presently not scheduled. In the meantime, see our collection of Wall and Wall Play™  options or talk with us about something unique for your space.


DISTANCING DESIGN: DESIGN SOLUTIONS FOR HEALTHY SPACES

Architectural rendering of people walking past blue mobile divider walls that have planters with grasses and a monitor on them.How do we adapt our built environments to provide calm, health and design integrity? In this conversation on designing for the future, we discuss creating community and continuing social distancing. We focus on the psychology and practicality of partitions, queueing, wayfinding, and the safe movement of people. Our industry will be the leaders in developing the new normal in this ever-changing world.

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This class is presently not scheduled.


International Design Continuing Education Council logoClasses from Gold Leaf Design Group are approved for credit by IDCEC.