Lunch & Learn
Bring your team together for a practical, technical Lunch & Learn on façade systems, building envelope performance, retrofit strategy, and execution details with STEKAR.
Discover a Lunch & Learn in Quebec or Ontario dedicated to smarter building envelope design and performance. STEKAR offers technical sessions designed for architects, façade consultants, university classes, general contractors, and developers who want to better understand façade design, constructability, envelope performance, and project execution.
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Our sessions are based on project reality. We address the decisions that truly matter.
What is a STEKAR Lunch & Learn?
A STEKAR Lunch & Learn is a targeted technical presentation for professionals involved in design, envelope consulting, construction planning, and real estate development.
The goal is to help your team better understand façade system performance, the impact of different assemblies on the project, and how to choose the right approach based on architectural intent, performance requirements, site constraints, and installation strategy.
It is a practical, interactive, and discussion-oriented session led by façade experts who understand the realities of commercial, institutional, multi-residential, mixed-use, and retrofit projects. We can travel to your offices, organize a virtual session, or adapt the format to your schedule.
We can give a presentation at your offices, organize a virtual session, or adapt the format to your team's schedule.
Book a Lunch & Learn with usWho is this Lunch & Learn for?
Our sessions are relevant for all professionals working from building design through to commissioning.
Architects & Architectural Technologists
Building Envelope Consultants
University Students
General Contractors
Developers, Managers & Property Owners
What your team can learn
Façade Systems & Integrated Envelope Approach
Understand the impact of façade choices on performance, aesthetics, detailing, constructability, and durability.
Multifaçades & Flush Design
Explore integration possibilities between cladding and fenestration for clean architectural lines while meeting project requirements.
Curtain Walls & Specific Applications
Analyze when to use a curtain wall, critical coordination points, and comparisons with other solutions depending on the project.
Commercial Windows & Envelope Compatibility
Understand how glazing, frames, and opaque sections integrate into a cohesive envelope.
Deep Retrofit & Façade Modernization
Discuss retrofit realities: performance, site constraints, occupied buildings, and intervention strategies without compromising the project vision.
Installation Logic & Prefabrication
See how upstream coordination and prefabrication improve execution, sequencing, and quality control on site.
Why teams book with STEKAR
A good Lunch & Learn must bring clarity and concrete value.
- Better understand façade options before making design decisions
- Compare different approaches for new construction and retrofit projects
- Explore high-performance aesthetic solutions
- Ask technical questions in a collaborative setting
- Reduce uncertainty at the start of a project
- Collaborate with a partner who understands both design and execution
Why STEKAR
STEKAR specializes in façade systems for the building envelope. Our expertise is built on field realities in the commercial, institutional, mixed-use, hospitality, and multi-residential sectors. We understand that the best façade decisions are never purely aesthetic or purely technical — they must be balanced between appearance, performance, detailing, coordination, and execution. That is why our Lunch & Learn sessions are designed to offer deep, useful, and enjoyable learning.
Available formats
In-Person
Ideal for an interactive team discussion over a meal. We travel to your offices or the location of your choice.
Virtual
Perfect for distributed teams, multi-office coordination, or early discovery discussions.
Serving Quebec and Ontario
Whether you are in Montreal, Quebec City, Laval, Longueuil, Gatineau, Ottawa, Toronto, Mississauga, Markham, Vaughan, Hamilton, London, or elsewhere in the region, STEKAR adapts to your reality.
Book your Lunch & Learn
A member of our team will contact you following your booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a STEKAR Lunch & Learn include?
A STEKAR Lunch & Learn is a technical presentation and discussion on façade systems, retrofit strategies, and project-specific considerations. For in-person presentations, a meal will be provided for all attendees.
Is this only for architects?
No. While many sessions are highly relevant for architecture firms, we also work with engineering teams, envelope consultants, construction professionals, university students, and property owners. It is relevant for all project stakeholders.
Who should attend?
Architects, engineers, façade consultants, building envelope specialists, contractors, developers, property owners, and project managers can all benefit from the session. Our sessions are designed to be useful for professionals at every stage of the project lifecycle.
Do you offer virtual sessions?
Yes. STEKAR can coordinate online Lunch & Learn sessions depending on your team's needs and location.
Which regions are covered?
Our sessions are intended for firms and project teams in Quebec and Ontario. We regularly coordinate sessions in Montreal, Quebec City, Laval, Longueuil, Gatineau, Ottawa, Toronto, Mississauga, Markham, Vaughan, Hamilton, London, and elsewhere in both provinces.
How do I book?
Use the booking form or contact STEKAR directly. We will confirm the number of attendees, then coordinate a session at a time that suits your team.