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What
is CKDs and CBDs?
Certified
Kitchen Designers (CKDs) and Certified Bathroom
Designers (CBDs) specialize in the design, planning and
execution of kitchens, bathrooms and other built-in
units throughout the home. Only a select group of expert
designers attain the CKD and/or CBD designation(s).
CKDs
and CBDs, while an integral part of the interior design
profession, are also distinctly different because of
their specialization of practice. Similar to general
interior design practitioners, CKDs and CBDs must meet
common core educational requirements, adhere to various
legal restrictions and regulations in practice, and
follow a professional code of ethics. However, beyond
these basic core commonalties, distinct differences
exist because of the nature of the space to be designed
and close relationship with the user (client).
The
planning of kitchen and bathroom spaces requires unique
design skills and knowledge because of the highly
technical nature of the equipment incorporated into
them, and the personal way that these environments
affect the user. The CKD and/or CBD is competent beyond
the minimum interior design qualifications of federal
and state requirements. CKDs/CBDs prove advanced
knowledge of technical and personal communication skills
required to succeed as a design specialist in
residential kitchen, bathroom and other built-in
environments.
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We
offer an abundance of talent!
We
have three full-time CKDs (Certified Kitchen Designer) and 2 CBDs
(Certified Bath Designer) on staff, with a shared experience of more
than seventy-five years in the Kitchen and Bath Industry.
Our dedicated staff of
talented and experienced designers work well together, creating kitchens
and baths that go beyond our clients� expectations.
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David R.
Norton, CKD, CBD
Designer/Owner of
Ellis Kitchen & Bath Studio |
David�s
accomplishments include:
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Board
of Directors of the Bath & Kitchen Buying Group
from 1999 through 2000
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Central
Ohio Contractor of the Year Award for Residential Kitchen Remodel over $30,000
in 1998
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Publication
in �Custom Kitchens & Baths�, �Remodeled Homes�, �House
Beautiful�, �Home Remodeling & Decorating�
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Board
of Directors of the Central Ohio Chapter of NARI (National Association of
the Remodeling Industry) from
1992 through 1994
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President
of the Central Ohio Chapter of NKBA (National Kitchen and Bath
Association) in 1995
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CKD
since 1995
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CBD
since 1996
David
says, �In designing a kitchen or bath, I will listen to your needs and
incorporate them into a functional design. Equally important is for the design
to be aesthetically pleasing, while meeting your budget requirements.� With David�s twenty-four plus years of experience and his
open ear to your design ideas, your new kitchen will truly suit your style and
your lifestyle.
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Shannon
S. Weigand, CKD, CBD
Designer |
Shannon�s
accomplishments include:
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Publication
in 2000 Parade of Homes Guide
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Publication
in Columbus Monthly Homes
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Officer
in the Central Ohio Chapter of the NKBA from 1998 through 2000
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Officer
in ASID (American Society of Interior Design) from 1996 through 1997
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Silver
Ruler Award from Wood-Mode
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Bachelor
of Science Degree in Environmental Design
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CKD
since 1995
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CBD
since 1994
When
Shannon works with you, it�s a team effort. She considers your needs and
your desires in creating a design, one that is both functional and
aesthetically pleasing for you.
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Kevin Briggs, CKD,
CR
Designer
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Kevin�s
accomplishments include:
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15
years remodeling experience specializing in kitchens, baths and
extensions.
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CKD
since 1997
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CR
(Certified Remodeler) since 1993
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Extensive
restaurant background
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Officer
in the New York Metro Chapter of NKBA from 1997-2001
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Publication
in �Best Kitchens and Baths� magazine as well as trade publications.
Kevin understands the workings of a kitchen
from a practical standpoint due to his over 15 years of restaurant
experience. This results in kitchens that are not only aesthetically
pleasing to the eye, but also functional and enjoyable to work in.
As a CR, he understands the electrical, plumbing and structural aspects of
your project and offers suggestions on how to resolve any difficult
remodeling situation. He feels that one of the most important phases
of planning a kitchen or bath remodeling project is listening to the
client�s wants and needs and successfully incorporating as many of them
into the final design.
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