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Award-winning designer introduces a revitalized vision, signaling a new chapter of heritage, storytelling, and hospitality-forward design
he National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA), the authority on the residential kitchen and bath industry and owner of the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS), has announced its 2026 Board of Directors. Kerrie Kelly, CEO and Creative Director, Kerrie Kelly Studio, has been elected Chair of NKBA’s 2026 Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2026.
Award-winning Los Angeles firm Tim Barber Architects announces the promotions of Ari Engelman, AIA, NCARB, and Katie Peterson-Hesketh to Principal Architects effective October 1, 2025. This announcement follows the promotion of Kelly Becker, AIA, NCARB, and David Stone, AIA, NCARB, who joined the 32-year-old firm’s leadership team as Principals at the start of 2024.
As it celebrates 25 years in business, recently rebranded Soucie Horner Design Collective is expanding its hospitality business, buying historic properties and putting the Soucie Horner stamp on them.
The Late Founder and CEO of Feizy to Receive Award at 36th Ceremony.
Data analyst for industry-leading 3D/AR provider gives new life to fabric samples, saving them from landfills
Business coach and interior decorator Monique Nicole will receive the Mentorship Award, which honors industry leaders who share their knowledge to foster success for established and next-generation professionals. This award recognizes her history of offering guidance, support and mentorship to emerging designers from underrepresented backgrounds.
In this new role, Jokinen will oversee all aspects of sales and marketing for Century’s expansive upholstery divisions.
AJ brings extensive expertise in strategic sales management and was most recently Vice President of Sales for CODARUS. Prior to that she directed sales and marketing for Barbara Cosgrove Lamps.
As the governing body of the Society, the national board of directors is responsible for leading and representing ASID and its members by advising on, administering, and implementing organizational policies. The board is committed to advancing the profession through a positive, forward-thinking lens, while recognizing the impact of social, technological, economic, and environmental influences on the practice of design.