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UPCOMING EVENTS
COUNCIL MEETINGS
Our Chapter Council/Board meetings are now a hybrid mix of in-person (LIVE) and virtual participation via Zoom. In addition to LIVE, we will alternate with virtual Zoom-only meetings.
- Hybrid In-Person/Zoom Meetings will start at 4:00 PM, allowing you to tune in to the live meeting via a Zoom link.
- Zoom-only meetings start at 5:00 PM.
If you aren't on the Council and wish to attend, contact Communications.
August 17 in person
September 18 via ZOOM
October 16 in person
November 20 via ZOOM
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CHAPTER MEETINGS
Chapter meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month with exceptions for special excursions and holidays.
Thursday, August 17, 2023 | 5:30 - 8 PM
COUNCIL DINNER
This event is by invitation only
September 28, 2023
CHAPTER MEETING
Sponsored by Monogram at CT Creative Center
Thursday, October 26, 2023 | 12:30 - 8 PM
EDUCATION DAY
Save the Date
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ADDITIONAL EVENTS
For details, see "Events of Interest" below.
Every Thursday at 2:00 PM
MIELE ESPRESSO BREAK
Miele New York Experience Center at the A&D Building.
Now through August 27, 6:00 PM
HOLIDAY HOUSE HAMPTONS
279 Mitchell Lane Bridgehampton, NY 11932
August 16, 2023 | 12:00 PM ET
AN EXPLORATION OF FURNITURE GRADE BATHROOM VANITY CONSTRUCTION, MATERIALS AND DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS
August 22, 2023 | 12:00 PM ET
CLEVER COMBINATIONS: PERSONALIZED SOLUTIONS TO FIT YOUR CLIENTS’ NEEDS
Presented by: Karen Smith, Brand Communications Coordinator, Blum
August 28, 2023 | 12:00 PM ET
REMODELING WITH PURPOSE
Presented by: Liz Kennedy, Designer, Elm Construction, LLC
August 30, 2023 | 12:00 PM ET
GOING GREEN: TIPS FOR PRIORITIZING SUSTAINABILITY IN YOUR DESIGN PROCESS
Presented by: Jessica Petrino, Editorial Director, AJ Madison
September 7, 2023
A DAY OF DISCOVERY™
Hosted by CEDIA Technology Design Magazine, Denver CO
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July’s Hottest Ticket:
Summer Social and NKBA Design + Tech Summit
Hosted by Samsung
| | By Diana Mosher— This year’s summer social dazzled us on July 25 with an exciting circus theme spanning all levels of Samsung 837’s immersive experience center in the Meatpacking District. The “Greatest Summer Social on Earth” was organized jointly by the New York Design Coalition, comprised of the NKBA Manhattan Chapter, ASID NY Metro, IFDA NY, IDS NYC, and DLFNY. The Summer Social brought together members of all five associations for an evening of fun and networking. | | |
Toni also moderated “All Together Now” with NKBA Manhattan member Sharon L. Sherman, CKD, of Thyme & Place Design; Katye Bennett of KMB Communications; and Ed Gilmore of Gilmore’s Sound Advice. This session focused on today’s high-performance home and creating tech/design partnerships that successfully navigate budget, timeline, and client communication.
Greg Barrett, Director of Product Marketing, Lighting and Shades, for Savant Systems, NKBA Manhattan Gold Sponsor, was a panelist on “Designers Walk into the Light,” moderated by Tony Monteleone, Group Publisher, Dealerscope, CE Week and Connected Design. Home technology today must blend into spaces while being super easy to operate. That’s the ultimate luxury. Tech must be heard and experienced—but not seen.
Become a member of the Manhattan Chapter to attend informative, fun networking events like this one. Join our Newsletter to keep up on events.
Photos/Video Jeff Siegel
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Today, we are still basking in the pleasurable memories of this week’s “Greatest Summer Social on Earth.” On July 25th, the New York Design Coalition delivered on that promise for all members of the design community at the lovely Samsung837 Experience Center downtown.
The day began with an NKBA-hosted Design + Tech Summit MCed by Steve Greenberg, the Gadget Guy, and our own Susie Williford, Chief Strategy Officer for NKBA. We enjoyed informative panel discussions about the intersection of interior design and home technology, how to learn about it and deliver it to our clientele, too. We were given a personal tour of the design center by Samsung personnel and got some hands-on experience with the amazing products there. Our hosts even provided lunch!
At the end of the day, there was a short break while the space was flipped into an amazing party venue, and the membership poured in to experience a fabulous evening of food, music, and entertainment along with the always
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welcome opportunity to catch up with old and new friends.
A boatload of gratitude to the committee from each of the organizations for all of their hard work in pulling this together for us:
• NKBA Manhattan
• ASID New York
• IFDA New York
• DLFNY
• IDS New York
This year’s event truly WAS the Greatest Summer Social on Earth!
The chapter will be taking a break in August, but we’ll be bringing you back in September with a new array of terrific programming. In September, we are planning a special day of learning at Monogram’s new installation, travel to be provided, and October brings yet another amazing day of events at the A&D Building. Both days are part of continuing collaboration with NKBA National. You don’t want to miss either one! November will bring yet another special trip to Signature Kitchen Suite. Keep an eye out on our Facebook page and in this newsletter for more details in the coming weeks. There is still time to get on board with us and be a part of all of the fun for the fall season!
As always, you can reach out to Membership Chair, Jeannine Price. She’s always happy to assist in getting you started!
—Julie Schuster
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26 YEARS AGO ON THIS DATE: AUGUST 17, 1997
By Mark Rosenhaus— In 1997, interior designer Colette Whitney, of Whitney Interiors, and a few determined colleagues began organizing what would eventually become the Manhattan Chapter of the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA). At that time, individual members, businesses, CKDs, and CBDs (the only appellations at that time) belonged to the Metro New York Chapter. Most of its large membership was located on Long Island, New York.
Click here to read our Mission Statement and meeting notice from April 17, 1997.
To attend meetings, Manhattanites needed to endure heavy rush hour traffic, often several hours, and pay for dinner. For fast-paced city people, this was untenable. All the necessary facilities are right here in Manhattan, was the battle call.
We petitioned the NKBA. Metro, understandably, did not want to lose members. We insisted. We persisted. We are New Yorkers. We don’t take NO for an answer. We negotiated!
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Metro would retain the boroughs of Brooklyn, The Bronx, Queens, and Staten Island. We would be Manhattan only. The NKBA and Metro reluctantly finally relented.
Our first volunteer officers included President Colette Whitney, Nancy Mullan, Sue Kasten, Ann Morris, Mark Rosenhaus, Michael K. Storms, Reeva Locker, Lisa Lipsky, and David Linzer. We penned a Mission Statement. Success came on April 17, 1997, and the Manhattan NKBA Sub-Chapter's first official meeting took place at B&B Italia showroom, in the iconic NYC A&D Building.
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AT CEDIA, TECHNOLOGY DESIGNER MAGAZINE HOSTS
"A Day of Discovery™" September 7, Four Seasons Ballroom, Colorado Convention Center, Denver
The inaugural “A Day of Discovery™–Design-Build Conference” begins at 9 am with registration and a networking breakfast. The agenda includes four individual sessions, a luncheon, curated CEDIA Trade Show Booth Tours, and networking at after-show parties. Free to qualified design-build professionals, A Day of Discovery™ explores the intersection where technology meets design.
An exceptional roster of distinguished speakers, emceed by David Santiago, with our own Toni Sabatino and other industry leaders, will explore the latest design trends in modern performance homes. Get the inside scoop on what’s in store for 2024 in residential and commercial design and technology.
Register Here
This event is located in the Colorado Convention Center at the same time as the CEDIA (Custom Electronics Design and Integration Association) Expo annual trade show. See the latest in residential and commercial design and technology from manufacturers demonstrating the latest in performance home products.
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Every Thursday, 2:00 - 3:00 PM
MIELE ESPRESSO BREAK
Miele New York Experience Center
A&D Building, 9th floor
Miele invites you to drop by for a delicious pick-me-up at Coffee Thursday Afternoons—coffee presentation and tasting.
Learn more about Miele coffee machines here.
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AUGUST NKBA CEU WEBINARS
If you want your Kitchen & Bath Designer certification, or it's time to renew, NKBA can assist you in their August seminar programs. Each webinar series event qualifies for a 0.1 CEU. Click this link for details.
The August Design Webinar Series will specifically focus on Cabinetry + Remodeling. Discover the trends and techniques that are revolutionizing the industry as our experts share their wealth of knowledge. From selecting the perfect materials and finishes to optimizing space and functionality, all aspects of cabinetry and remodeling will be explored in detail.
All programs begin at 12:00 PM ET. Click any title below to learn more.
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Now through August 27, 6:00 PM
HOLIDAY HOUSE HAMPTONS
279 Mitchell Lane Bridgehampton, NY 11932
By Sandra Singh— On July 9th, I was delighted to attend the Holiday House Hamptons Opening Night White Party. I was gracefully greeted by founder and interior designer Iris Dankner (pictured, left, with me). The home is 9,000 square feet. Artists including Iris Dankner, Anahi DeCanio, and 20 of our industry’s top interior designers, including Barbara Ostrom, Kim Radovich, Melanie Roy, and Amy Storm, transformed this space into cutting-edge decor and lifestyle concepts.
While viewing the home office/study designed by Barbara Ostrom, she told me about her inspiration: “Wouldn't it be nice if I had this room, a whimsical fantasy room, and the song, ‘By the Sea, By the Sea, By the Beautiful Sea’ kept going through my head.” The room’s ceiling sky mural was transportive. From appointing my favorite room, furniture, or accent pieces, the visit indeed sparked my imagination.
The showhouse is open through August 27th. For details and tickets, click here.
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NKBA MANHATTAN CHAPTER WELCOMES NEW SPONSORS
JENNAIR
We are delighted to welcome back JennAir as a chapter sponsor. With their beautiful showroom at the A&D Building, you can experience the innovative designs that define this luxury brand. Visit Harriette Thomas, Brand Manager, and let her show you the latest high-end home appliances, including JennAir's limited-edition statement pieces. You can reach Harriett at 212-644-2781, 332-600-3192, or email her at harriette_a_thomas@jennair.com
TECHNOLOGY DESIGNER MAGAZINE
Written by and for the design-build community, with an emphasis on performance homes. From wellness architecture to intelligent lighting, from clean air to automated window treatments, we invite you to explore our online world where technology meets design. Say hello to Eric Schwartz at our next chapter event, or reach out to him at 267-879-2167, eric@technologydesigner.com.
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WELL-DESIGNED | A WELLNESS ORGANIZATION FOR DESIGNERS
By Rose Ott — Recently I had the pleasure of spending a day in the incredible, well-designed workshop created by Caleb Anderson and DeAndre DeVane, who acknowledge “designer life can be hard.” The workshop was hosted in the gorgeous showrooms of our sponsors Fisher + Paykel and Cosentino, and was designed to bring wellness to design leaders through six key components: move, learn, nourish, create, smell, and sound.
We began in the MOVE component, challenging us to go inward through gentle movement, which was grounding and intentional.
The second component, LEARN, allowed us to expand our knowledge and gain new insights. We were challenged to think deeply and critically about our work and our lives, which was both enlightening and inspiring.
The NOURISH component focused on feeding our bodies with healthy and delicious food, which helped us feel grounded and well-cared for.
The CREATE component encouraged us to tap into our creative sides and explore new ways of expressing ourselves. This was a great opportunity to take risks and try new things.
The SMELL and SOUND components were particularly powerful. We were able to experience the transformative power of scent through aromatherapy and the soothing power of sound through music and meditation.
Overall, the workshop was a holistic and transformative experience that challenged us in our bodies, minds, and spirits. I feel truly grateful to have been a part of it, and I know that I will
carry the lessons and insights I gained with me for a long time to come.
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PLATO WOODWORK 130TH ANNIVERSARY
2023 marks the 130-year anniversary of Plato Woodwork with five generations of leadership from the Pinske family. This incredible milestone is a product of employee passion and dedication combined with our incredibly talented trade partners. Plato has proven to be the master of detail, time and time again, and we look forward to seeing what the future holds for this amazing company.
For more information, or to locate your nearest dealer, email Linda Fitzpatrick.
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STAY CONNECTED! Get Social with the Manhattan Chapter
The Communications Committee seeks volunteers for the newsletter to supply or report on relevant industry news. If you have social media skills or writing skills, we'd love you to join our team. Please contact: Communications@nkbamanhattan.com. Our Manhattan Chapter exists to serve you, our members! Give some love to our social media accounts—the best way to stay in touch. Tell us you want to join our team, register for invitations or to receive our newsletter, click here.
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THANK YOU to the sponsors of NKBA Manhattan Chapter
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