Sustainable Design

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When: April 5, 2022

Presented by:
Annie Miranda-Sommer, Architectural & Design Representative , Benjamin Moore

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What You Will Learn

This course provides an overview of sustainable design and the creation of healthier environments with architectural paints. Included are discussions about the components of paint; VOCs, independent testing methods and standards; categories of LEED®; and the specification of paint systems.

During this session, you will:

  • Discuss sustainability and its impact on socially responsible GREEN design.
  • Explain what a volatile organic compound is, and what the growing concerns are.
  • Discuss the evolution of advance technology in paint and coatings.
  • Describe various industry testing methods and standards
  • Identify the factors for specifying a paint system and review trends in sustainable design.

Featured Presenter

Annie Miranda-Sommer

Architectural & Design Representative – Benjamin Moore

Annie Miranda-Sommer is one of our Architectural & Design Representatives for Benjamin Moore, North America’s favorite paint, color, and coatings brand. As part of the Benjamin Moore Houston| San Antonio, Louisiana, and Arkansas team – Annie plays an integral role in the development of color tools, and architectural and design specifications with educating product development that further positions Benjamin Moore as a color and product leader for both professionals and consumers.

During her tenure at Benjamin Moore, Annie has been intimately involved in various aspects of color, interior design, project construction management, and the paint industry. She has played an essential role in the development and advancement of designer and architect-focused events, educational programs with color and product knowledge. Annie serves as a reference on color and design inspiration. She has managed three of our Benjamin Moore retail business’s – a trained paint mixologist and Color-Training as a color specialist.

Annie began her career as an owner of one of Louisiana’s fine Men’s Clothing store to then pursue her buying career with Macy’s Herald Square and Bloomingdale’s in Manhattan New York. Later she was a part of numerous high-end residential design projects as an Interior Designer & Color Consultant for Design teams and consumer’s in the NY metro and NJ areas.  She graduated from Wade’s College with a degree in Interior Design with Retail Management in Dallas. She has returned from 30 years in the Northeast to the Houston area to continue her career back in her southern region. She is an allied member of ASID, NKBA, IIDA, IFMA and AIA.

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