Outdoor Kitchen Design CEU & Barbecue
Tuesday, July 12, 2022 (5:30 PM - 7:30 PM) (CDT)
Description
Join NARI of Greater Chicagoland at The Backyard Barbecue Store for a barbecue following the CEU accredited Winning Outdoor Kitchen Design course. This course covers the key principles of outdoor kitchen design with a focus on creating usable spaces that are easy to live with. It will help you expand your expertise and serve clients in one of the biggest trends in outdoor living.
Advanced registration is encouraged.
Class Overview
This brand agnostic program covers the four primary types of outdoor kitchen construction. Participants will learn about the functional design elements for kitchen layout, including prep areas, storage, and equipment placement. Specific actionable guidelines founded in some of the best practices for indoor kitchen design will also be shared.
Learning Objectives
- Learn to apply proven indoor kitchen design best practices that have been translated to the specific needs of the outdoors. Also, identify and avoid the most common outdoor kitchen design mistakes
- Evaluate client cooking and entertaining needs and translate them into successful designs.
- Discover specific and actionable recommendations for kitchen layout, including work space, storage space, equipment placement, seating and more.
About the Presenter
Lisa Rodriguez is the vice president of sales at Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet for the past five years based in Chicago, IL. In her role, she leads a global sales team that supports dealer, trade, and homeowner channels. Prior to her time at Kalamazoo, Lisa spent time in a variety of roles at 3M, Abbott, and Aon.
In addition to her work experience, Lisa has a master’s degree in business administration from DePaul University, Bachelor of Science from Michigan State and is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in French from Indiana University. Lisa serves as a board member of the Chicago-Midwest chapter of the National Kitchen and Bath Association as well as the Michigan State University Packaging Alumni Association.
Meeting Sponsored & Hosted by:
NARI members = FREE
Non-members = $15
535 Green Bay Road
Wilmette, IL 60091
Laura Kritikos
Continuing Education
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