NKBA’s November webinar series will focus on outdoor living. By Loren Kessell
NKBA’s free November webinar series, sponsored by Hettich, will explore outdoor living topics. Each month, NKBA offers free 60-minute webinars worth 0.1 CEU per event. This is an easy way for designers to collect the CEUs needed to maintain NKBA certification.
Participants must engage in 80 percent of the live sessions to receive CEU credit; registration closes two hours prior to start times. All webinars begin at 12 noon, Eastern Time. Here is the full list:
“Turning Kitchen Design Inside Out”
Homeowners are looking for outdoor living areas, but designing the ideal space can come with its own challenges. On Tuesday, November 1, Michael Sloan, Co-Founder and Owner at John Michael Kitchens, will explain the guidelines for designing outdoor spaces, appliance options and more. Register here.
“Winning Outdoor Kitchen Design – Creating Sophisticated Spaces That Work”
The AIA Home Design Survey continues to name outdoor kitchens as a key home trend and shows how these spaces add value to homes. On Thursday, November 3, Russ Faulk, Chief Designer, Head of Product at Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet, will identify current market trends, common misconceptions when designing outdoor spaces and more. Register here.
“Reimagining the Outdoor Kitchen”
Outdoor living is becoming an all-season affair, and adding things like a fireplace, heater or a three-season room can elevate the experience. On Wednesday, November 16, Jessica Petrino, Editorial Director at A. J. Madison, will identify appliance trends and more. Register here.
“Redefining Public Private Spaces: Designing with Biophilia for Health and Happiness”
Learn more about the shift toward more public and private spaces featuring biophilic design. On Tuesday, November 29, Vicky Diab, Material Application Specialist, Eastern Ontario at Willis Manufacturing, will explain the cultural interest of outdoor living, how to design public and private spaces with biophilia in mind and more. Register here.
