Last post, I talked about the KBIS and NKBA’s 50th anniversary, but today I’d like to go a little deeper into my actual involvement with the show. While at KBIS, I gave two presentation, joined a panel discussion, and was even on a radio interview. It was a busy show, but I enjoyed every minute of it.
My two presentations were organized to introduce the revolutionary new showroom technology from QueX. This technology allows users to interact with a virtual showroom and virtual home designs to help designers and clients work more efficiently together when planning and creating a design project. It takes out much of the guesswork and the chance for miscommunications by providing a “virtual” face to face between the designer, client and any major supplier or GC – enhancing the collaboration process.
I was thrilled to be among one of eight designers selected to interpret a home space for different generations; my design assignment was the GenX Kitchen. We created drawings, concept boards and virtual 3D’s of our designs which were then loaded on to the QueX platform – allowing us to interact with our audience using the multi-touch display screens.
Our Fabulous Featured Designers: Andie Day, Carmen Christensen, Cheryl Kees Clendenon, Corey Klassen, (me), Meredith Heron, Susan Serra and Tyler Wisler.
Working with QueX technology allows everyone involved to get a full overview of all aspects of the design process, at the same time enhancing the communication between the client and the design team as a whole.
I was also asked by Veronika Miller of Modenus to share some highlights and favorite finds from #BlogTourNYC and the Architectural Digest Home Design Show. I was joined by other alum from previous Blog Tours: Tamara Stephenson – BlogTour London, Kelly Morisseau – BlogTourNYC, and Brandon Smith – BlogTour Cologne. They all had some great insights on how to use some of their favorite discoveries as design inspiration.
Finally, I was invited to do a radio interview for MyFixitUpLife. Mark and Theresa, the hilarious couple behind this helpful website take you on an insiders tour of the home improvement industry. They hosted three – hour long shows during KBIS and I was lucky enough to get a jam packed 15 minutes with them. They are so full of life and energy…I could have spoken with them for hours!
I was so glad to have had this opportunity to meet all of these talented people and experience the industry trends and emerging technology.
Stay tuned for more NOLA adventures!
Stay Inspired!