In May, the NKBA Manhattan-NYC Chapter gathered at the Hafele showroom in Flatiron for the CEU-accredited “Think Inside the Box: Lighting Up Cabinetry” presentation by lighting expert Kelly Inglis. Attendees gained valuable insights on how to plan and integrate innovative millwork lighting solutions for kitchens, bathrooms, and other areas of the home. Pictured above is guest speaker from Vancouver, Kelly Inglis, who says Think Inside the Box, at the NKBA at Hafele Showroom. Below are a few soundbites and highlights from members who attended the event: Nathalie J. Siegel, Assoc. AIA, ASID Associate, LEED AP BD+C Kelly Inglis actively carried the high energy and lively interaction of people, conversations, and refreshments into a nicely seated event. Inglis shared technical and design views on interplaying lighting in cabinetry spaces. She also inspired us to ask well-organized questions as we design with lighting elements. Sabrina Petrillo, The Sherwin-Williams Company Working in the paint industry you see how much light can affect the colors. Seeing the difference in each area of the Showroom helps me identify what colors may or may not work for clients before we start the process. One piece of advice Kelly shared that I will continue to implement is utilizing samples in all different areas of your spaces so you can narrow down what you like and don't like when pairing your lighting options to your colors. This includes making sure, if you have a piece of furniture or anything else you are certain will be in the space you're redoing- look at the paint next to that with the different lighting styles as the light can reflect off your items and then alter your perception of the color. |