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Ontario/Canada Chapter

Event

Our annual IDS Toronto CEU: A day in the AI Life of a Kitchen & Bath Designer

Details

When:
January 22, 2026 | 1:00 pm- 2:00 pm

CEUs: 0.1

Where:
IDS Toronto - Metro Toronto Convention Centre North Building
255 Front St W
Toronto, Ontario

What does a real workday look like in an AI-enabled design studio? Join three NKBA designers who are already using AI to streamline client discovery, speed up workflows, and elevate presentation and communication. Expect candid “what’s working / what’s not,” quick demos, and practical takeaways you can apply immediately to work smarter—and stay competitive.

You’ll learn how to:

  • Choose AI tools that deliver real ROI

  • Build AI into everyday design + business tasks

  • Improve consultations, communication, and client experience

  • Weigh cost vs. benefit using real-world examples

  • Future-proof your practice with smarter systems

Panelists 

Jackie Glass, Principal Designer, Jackie Glass Inc.
A nationally recognized designer with 25+ years in the industry, Jackie is a trusted TV design expert and keynote speaker known for warm, sophisticated interiors. She’s exploring how AI and smart-home innovation will shape the future of residential living.

Carly Nemtean, Founder + Creative Director, Carriage Lane Design Build
With 23 years in design and a future-forward mindset, Carly integrates AI into visualization, concept development, and client communication—using technology to amplify creativity, not replace it.

Laura Thornton, Creative Director, Thornton Design
An award-winning leader in luxury interiors and renovations, Laura is known for delivering full-service, drama-free projects with a strong track record of on-time, on-budget delivery. She also hosts The Business of Beautiful Spaces podcast, mentoring designers on building profitable, high-touch firms.


Moderator 

Zoltan Kevsehi, Head of Operations, Vogt Industries
Zoltan leads operations for Vogt Industries, an award-winning Canadian decorative plumbing manufacturer. He drives process optimization and AI-enabled automation—blending technology with craftsmanship to improve efficiency, productivity, and innovation.

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