Michigan State Chapter NKBA

12/05/2025

Another year is coming to a close, and we want to celebrate the incredible 2025 we've had with you all! Please join us for our NKBA Holiday Party, hosted by Ciot Detroit in Troy, MI on Thursday, December 18th.

This year, we have chosen to partner with Gleaners Food Bank to give back to those around us who may be struggling during the holiday season. Our drive is ongoing thru December 19th. Please donate using our QR code if you are able. We are also accepting donations of non-perishables at the event, so please bring items if you can.

We hope you'll join us to celebrate the amazing year we've had with all of you! Please RSVP via email: [email protected]

11/22/2025

Congratulations of a fantastic opening celebration!

10/30/2025

New Showroom Alert! Join Infusion Kitchen & Bath Showrooms for their Grand Opening event on November 20, 2025!

10/23/2025

Today, longtime NKBA member Dwyer Marble & Stone Supply celebrates 30 years of shaping design through stone, quartz, and porcelain, marking three decades of craftsmanship, innovation, and inspiration for the design community.

What began in 1995 as a family-owned business in Michigan has evolved into one of the Midwest’s most influential distributors, known for more than just scale. Dwyer has become a design leader and tastemaker, redefining how surfaces can transform a space.

As it looks toward the next 30 years, Dwyer is scaling for national growth while staying rooted in the values that have defined its journey — integrity, partnership, and a passion for design excellence. Its mission remains clear: to inspire the next generation of designers and builders to create spaces that are as functional as they are unforgettable.

Congratulations, and here’s to the next 30! ✨

10/16/2025

✨ A huge thank you to Riemer Floors for hosting our joint NKBA Michigan State Chapter and IDS Detroit meeting and CEU last night!

It was a wonderful evening of learning, networking, and collaboration between our design communities. We appreciate your hospitality, the engaging presentation, and the opportunity to connect with so many talented professionals. ✨

09/23/2025

We’re excited to invite you to a special Interior Designer evening at the newly remodeled Riemer Floors Bloomfield Hills showroom!

📅 Wednesday, October 15 | 5–8 PM

What to expect:
Step Into Color CEU Presentation – Vickie Gilstrap of The Dixie Group reveals the latest flooring design and color trends and how they shape Fabrica, Masland, and DH Floors collections. Earn 1 CEU credit.

Designer Prize Drawing – One lucky guest will receive a $500 credit toward a custom area rug from Dixie Group brands.

Networking & Refreshments – Enjoy appetizers and drinks while connecting with fellow designers, NKBA & IDS representatives, and the Riemer Floors team.

Exclusive Benefits – Learn about NKBA, IDS, and the Riemer Floors Interior Designer Program offering client discounts and personal project savings.

✨ Attendance is free, but space is limited.

RSVP Now » https://www.riemerfloors.com/landing/step-into-color-2025

We look forward to celebrating design, color, and community with you!

09/11/2025

We are excited to welcome Taylor to the team in January 2026!

🎉 Join us in congratulating Taylor Wallace, one of our Farmington Hills showroom designers, who has been elected to serve as the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) Communications Chair for the 2026-2027 term.

This incredible leadership role highlights Taylor’s dedication to the industry and further deepens Dwyer’s connection with the NKBA community. She looks forward to serving the NKBA Michigan State chapter! Follow along Michigan State Chapter NKBA

08/18/2025

✨ Designing the Future: AI’s Impact on Interior Design
📅 Thursday, September 18, 2025
🕔 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Ann Arbor Stone & Tile
5204 Jackson Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103

Join us on September 18th for an inspiring evening with national speaker Vanessa DeKoekkoek as she explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping the design industry.

We’re excited to have one of our newest NKBA members, Ann Arbor Stone & Tile, host this event in their stunning showroom! Don’t miss this chance to network, learn, and see what the future of design holds!

Event is open to all NKBA members, students, and non-members.

Register Here: https://lnkd.in/e_W8bfVK

06/26/2025

📅 Thursday, July 17, 2025
🕔 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Five Iron Golf — inside the Cambria Hotel Detroit
600 W Lafayette Blvd., Suite 51, Detroit, MI 48226

Join fellow designers and industry partners for a fun summer evening of networking, golf simulators, light bites, and drinks — all in the heart of downtown Detroit!

Come swing, sip, and connect with members of IDS Detroit, NKBA Michigan, and the broader local design and build community.
All designers and industry partners in the area are welcome — membership is not required to attend.

🎟️ Event Highlights:

Golf simulator bays reserved just for us
Casual networking with local design pros & industry partners
Light bites & drinks included
Exciting sponsor showcases
👏 Sponsorship Opportunities:

Sponsoring this event is a fantastic way to get your brand in front of key players in the Detroit design and build industry.
Sponsorships are limited — secure yours through this page!

🚨 Space is limited — register now to secure your spot!

Open to all designers and industry partners in the area!

Register here: https://givebutter.com/idsnkbamixer

05/13/2025

Join us on Wednesday, May 28th as we welcome National Speaker Jan Neiges from Colorado for her presentation: Selling to Design by NOT Designing to Sell! This month, we will be hosted by E.W. Kitchens in the Michigan Design Center Mid-America Room. Social hour begins at 5pm with our presentation beginning at 6pm.

If you answer YES to any of these questions...then you NEED to learn how to Sell to Design by NOT Designing to Sell:

Do you spend more than 2 hours converting a prospect to a Client?
Do you spend hours to create a design in order to quote before you even get a commitment that the Client is going to buy from you?
Do you find that you are so busy you don't have time for yourself?
Are you stressed because you feel that your projects and Clients manage you?
Are you struggling to find time to follow up on leads?
Is your closing ratio below 90%?

Jan is a dynamic speaker, high energy and guarantees that you will have at least one take-a-away if not more that can accelerate you to the next level of success. CEU: 0.1

You do not want to miss this!
Register here: https://lnkd.in/e8dtMn4E

04/30/2025

Had a fantastic evening hosted by hosted by Leo J Brown who presented Beyond Perfect: Authentic Brand Building for Interior Designers. We had a great branding workshop and discussion! Plus, that headshot studio was EVERYTHING! 🤌🏻

Thank you Leo for all you do for our chapter of NKBA! We are so grateful!

We love spending time with you all each month: connecting on so many levels, learning about what you’re all working on, and sharing in your expertise! Stay tuned for details on next month’s event at the Michigan Design Center but save the date for now!

🚨 Wednesday, May 28th 🚨
See you soon!

04/09/2025

Join us for an NKBA exclusive event, hosted by Leo J. Brown Interiors & Brand Imagery, designed to help kitchen & bath/interior design professionals elevate their careers through the power of personal branding focused on authenticity and genuine connection.

Don't miss this opportunity to dive into the process of framing your brand identity and/or learn ways to improve your current branding efforts. This workshop will equip you to establish a standout presence in the competitive design industry and connect you with your ideal clientele. Leo also has some incredible giveaways in store, so don't miss out on this one!

RSVP: Email us at [email protected]