SUMMER IN THE CITY -- HOT TOWN, COOL EVENTS!

This month is all about summer vacations and outdoor living. Whether you're planning day trips to the shore, enjoying your backyard oasis, or taking an extended getaway. The city is buzzing with excitement, offering an array of events. There's something for everyone, from live concerts in city parks to celebrating America's 248th birthday or DOT’s City Streets program. Sports enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the thrill of Wimbledon, while Francophiles won't want to miss the FIAF NY Alliance's incredible Bastille Day celebration on July 14th on 59 St. & Madison Avenue. Ohh, the unforgettable upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics. Even non-jocks like me find this inspirational!

Our NYC chapter joins the summer fun with the annual summer social on Wednesday, July 17th. Hosted with our sister organizations, this exclusive event at the Ferguson PH Showroom in the A&D building

showcases the benefits of being part of our vibrant community.

Don't miss the 2024 Technology Designer Magazine Performance Home Awards. The deadline has been extended to July 22nd. The prestigious NKBs Kitchen & Bath Design & Industry Awards deadline is July 26th. And remember to nominate your favorite "30 Under 30" designers by August 31st. 

Explore our events calendar to gear up for exciting activities and updates in the Kitchen & Bath (K&B) industry! Don’t miss Atlanta's highly anticipated  (IWF) this August. Thanks to our generous sponsor, Richelieu, you can enjoy complimentary passes to the IWF. Be sure to join them at the cocktail reception at the Richelieu Atlanta Showroom on August 7th, where a convenient shuttle service will be provided. Free registration links can be found in the article.

We warmly welcome our new NKBA members in our Spotlight column. This month, we’re featuring auxiliary council member Tony Monteleone, celebrating his eclectic career and his leadership in chairing the 25th-anniversary gala and co-chairing the Summer Social.

In this month’s NKBA Anecdotal, past president Kent Brasloff takes us down memory lane to reminisce about 2004.

We’re also thrilled to introduce our new sponsor, FreePower, who brings cutting-edge technology to the K&B industry. A special shout-out to the Membership Committee for doubling our membership since last year. Keep up the excellent work!

Long An Afterthought, Lighting Is Taking Center Stage In K&B Design – NKBA Lighting Summit

Earlier this month, NKBA | KBIS hosted the inaugural NKBA Lighting Summit at Lutron’s Global Experience Center in New York. Members can download the exclusive NKBA | KBIS Lighting in Kitchen & Bath Design Report for free here. Another fantastic NKBA benefit! See the article and fun photos of the afternoon festivities in Events of Interest.

Looking Ahead–Dates to Save

Board officers, council members, committee members, sponsors, and volunteers, mark your calendars for an exclusive gourmet dining experience, cocktails, fine Napa wines, and a seated savory dinner on August 15th! We’re hosting an exclusive dinner at the Wegner PH Showroom to honor and show appreciation for our volunteers and sponsors' dedication and hard work. The evening is sponsored by Signature Kitchen Suite & Wegner Cabinetry. By invitation only.

CEDIA kicks-off September with our sponsor, Technology Designer, hosting a “Day of Discovery” on September 5th. And don't miss the 3rd Annual Award-Winning EduDay on Tuesday, October 8th, featuring a full day of fun learning activities. Be sure to read Diana Mosher’s lead article for more details on it and our 25th Year celebrations. 

Stay tuned for more updates, and we look forward to seeing you at these fantastic events! We hope you have some wonderful plans to enjoy your summer. We welcome our sponsors and committee members to attend our monthly council/ board meetings, either in person or via Zoom. So let Rose, our treasurer, know if you want to attend or join our council. 

Warm regards,

Charlé-John

President, NKBA-NYC Chapter