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Did We Miss a Meeting?
Hi Everyone! We wanted to let you know that due to KBIS (Kitchen and Bath Industry Show) that we skipped having a chapter meeting this month. Who went to KBIS and will share some of the excitement with us? Till next time, check back with us…
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Are You Using the Kitchen as an Art Gallery?
Humans are quite inspired in the kitchen and we are affected by colors, smells, and tastes. The kitchen is a great canvas for us in all these areas. As many of us are designers, why not use the kitchen as an art gallery? I was looking around on Pinterest today and this kitchen photo really affected me. [read more]
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Did you Attend the Outdoor Kitchen Design Program?
We had our March Chapter meeting on Thursday, March 28th and it was awesome! It was held at Builder’s Appliance Center’s (BAC) fabulous showroom and what a great turnout we had: over 70 people! Many learned quite a bit about designing outdoor kitchens as well as the usual fabulous social time with all the members [read more]
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1st Annual NKBA Rocky Mountain Chapter Design Competition
1st Annual NKBA Rocky Mountain Chapter Design Competition Start planning your entry in the 2013 Kitchen + Bath Design Competition! Read More
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Happy New Year!
Happy New Year to all of our members and visitors! Please check out our latest newsletter!
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Important CKD/CBD Exam information!
For those designers who are in the Denver area and plan to participate in the CKD/CBD exam at KBIS on April 18th, 2013. The deadline for the application is January 11th, 2013! For more information on the KBIS exam, and application form information: CKD/CBD Exam The date for the Spring Prep Course is [read more]
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What? No More Kitchen and Bath Degree Program at the Art Institute?
Does anyone else feel as sad as I do about this? The Art Institute of Colorado announced in August that they were “… no longer offering Kitchen and Bath Design, effective immediately.” That means that the program many of us in the local chapter worked very hard to get up and running is now going [read more]
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Vendor Showcase coming on July 26
The annual NKBA Rocky Mountain Chapter Vendor Showcase brings together in one location, the newest products, services and solutions from manufacturers and suppliers. Everyone connected to the Kitchen & Bath Industry needs to attend. Keep up-to-date with the newest trends. Learn more…
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CAPS certification program starts next week.
The CAPS (age-in-place specialist) program starts next week. It will not be offered again until October! You can still sign up today! Learn more…
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Membership Drive Extended!
While the membership drive was officially over on June 15th, 2012… We’re extending it till the June 28th 2012 Chapter Meeting $162+ savings! Please note** This is extended only until the June 28th Chapter Meeting at the stone collection. So bring your checkbooks! Register today! Support your local NKBA Rocky Mountain Chapter by extending a MEMBERSHIP Opportunity [read more]
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2012 NKBA Membership Drive!
Support your local NKBA Rocky Mountain Chapter by extending a MEMBERSHIP Opportunity to fellow: Kitchen & Bath Designers, Builders, Remodelers, Contractors and any… Supplier who works with Kitchen and Bath products or design. If you bring a qualified guest to the May 24th Chapter Meeting, Anatomy of Cabinets at Scottish Stained Glass in Centennial, CO your meeting will be FREE during the membership [read more]
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Senate Bill 120 defeated in the House Local Government Committee
Senate Bill 120 regarding “qualified” interior designers was defeated in the House Local Government Committee by a vote of 8 to 3. The vote on April 18, 2012 in the House Local Government Committee is the end of the road for SB120. As this issue is very important to NKBA Rocky Mountain Chapter members we [read more]
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2010-2012 Sub-Zero/Wolf Kitchen Design Contest!
Early Entry Drawing for the 2010-2012 Sub-Zero/Wolf Kitchen Design Contest! The most prestigious kitchen design contest comes to a conclusion Oct. 31, 2012. EARLY Call for All Sub-Zero/Wolf Kitchen Design Contest Entries are eligible to enter the drawing to win a Sub-Zero Beverage Center, 424 Wine Unit or a 30″ Outdoor Grill! Deadline for early entry is July 31, 2012! All [read more]
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Updated News about SB120
The hearing is Wednesday April 18th at 9:00 AM in Local Government hearing room 0111 I just received an email notice from CIDC this morning that the hearing for SB120 has once again been postponed. It is now scheduled for April 18th at 9:00 am in the Local Government hearing room 0111 at the State [read more]
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Interior Design Bill passes Senate Committee
February 16, 2012 Today Senate Bill 12-120, known as the “Interior Design Bill (for 2012)” was passed at the Colorado Senate Local Government Committee hearing. What is this Senate bill 12-120? A little background: In 2001 House Bill 1153 was passed, creating an “exemption” to the architects licensing statute – CRS Title 12, [read more]
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Call to Action in Opposition to Interior Design Legislation
The Colorado Legislature is about to consider a “Qualified Interior Designer” bill which, if adopted, will establish a new state Board for registration of interior designers and by law limit your right to submit plans to local building officials. With this latest attempt to start licensing the design profession (a license for which you [read more]
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NKBA List of Online Courses
The NKBA list of online courses for this year’s exam participants is posted in our Education section under Upcoming Courses. We will be creating study groups in the beginning of June for the CKD and CBD exams for spring. Stay tuned for more information to follow.
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Free Webinar for NKBA Members – Selling Your Expertise
NKBA members, be sure to register for the free webinar, Selling Your Expertise, available on February 28 and March 13 at 1:30 p.m. EST. Selling Your Expertise provides an interactive platform to discuss selling your current expertise and credentials. This course will also discuss the importance of establishing a personal brand and crafting a mission [read more]
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Front Range Community College accredited with NKBA
Congratulations to Front Range Community College on becoming accredited with the National Kitchen and Bath Association! Front Range Community College has three campuses and is the largest community college in Colorado. They are committed to technical education with strong ties to various industries. The kitchen and bath program will be offered at the Fort [read more]
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Let your voice be heard!
Attention NKBA Rocky Mountain Chapter Members! Please be sure to complete the end of year member survey you received. It was sent on 12/30/2011. We want to know your thoughts on the NKBA Rocky Mountain Chapter as well as the NKBA National Organization. Every voice makes a difference! If you did not receive the [read more]
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The Holidays
The Holidays… If you are of a particular religion, the Holidays mean something different for you versus someone of another religion. Be it Hanukkah, Christmas, or Kwanza, the Holidays do have a few things in common: Gift Giving, Generosity, and attempts to make others happy. Here’s a gift that costs you very little: [read more]
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NKBA 2012 Winter Certification Exams
CKD/CBD EXAM – Hand Drafting & CAD exam (Versions: 2020, Auto Kitchen, Chief Architect) DENVER Exam Date: Thursday, March 8, 2012 (Application deadline 12/31/2011) Learn more about NKBA certifications.
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Government Relations Update
As outgoing VP for Government Relations, I want to extend my appreciation to those that let their voice be heard, whether opposed to or in favor of, the CIDC and ASID Colorado proposition this past spring to have registration for Interior Designers. This registration proposal failed in committee. I expect that the CIDC and ASID [read more]
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Save the Date!
It’s getting close. The NKBA Rocky Mountain Chapter Winter Gala will be at Walker Fine Art gallery on December 1, 2011. As a departure from the usual fun, food, and networking; there will be a fundraising auction supporting the arts in education in the form of scholarships benefiting students at the Art Institute of Colorado. [read more]
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Who We Are
Since it is Membership Drive time, we thought you might be interested in the number of firms, students, and individual members that make up our NKBA Rocky Mountain Chapter membership. We hope you will join us!
