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This blog will have quotes, 20-20 Design software information, kitchen and bath industry design information, drafting updates, current interesting news about the kitchen and bath industry and other topics.

"Above all, challenge yourself. You may well surprise yourself at what strengths you have, what you can accomplish."---Cecile M. Springer

What? No More Kitchen and Bath Degree Program at the Art Institute?

Does anyone else feel as sad as I do about this? The Art Institute of Colorado announced in August that they were “… no longer offering Kitchen and Bath Design, effective immediately.” That means that the program many of us in the local chapter worked very hard to get up and running is now . . . → Read More: What? No More Kitchen and Bath Degree Program at the Art Institute?

20-20 Design V9 Master Certification: First To Achieve

Using 20-20 is one of my passions and V9 is one of the best versions in many years. Version 10 has just been released and it is amazing- a totally different ball game in my view and a huge departure from V3.2 which was my first introduction to 20-20 in 1990 or 1991.

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Why is a Professional Looking Title Block Important?

Is a personalized title block important in a set of drawings? I think it is a must for anyone in business using drawings for a presentation or for construction. It can contain a lot of information about the who, what, when, where, how, and why of a project. It may also [which is really great] . . . → Read More: Why is a Professional Looking Title Block Important?

Why Not Start the Year With Private Tutoring?

Yes that’s right, private tutoring in 20-20 design software skills. it’s a good time to learn some new shortcuts and increase your productivity. How about learning new techniques to spruce up your drawings? We have several people who are meeting for 3 hour sessions; it’s enough time to learn some new things and get some . . . → Read More: Why Not Start the Year With Private Tutoring?

Interesting Article and Photos “Little Boxes”

The images of the teeny tiny kitchens and baths in this article were quite entertaining to me… it is my opinion that they are “teeny tiny” and most likely are perfect for their owners.

“Little Boxes- Part 2″

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Steady Work is a Lot of Fun!

It is wonderful that two talented kitchen designers sent 20-20 drafting projects for me to work on. One will be in a custom line, inset doors, and full color perspectives! I am thankful to have the opportunity to have fun doing my work… Happy Holidays!

20-20 Private Training Class Today

A very talented designer from a local kitchen and bath firm took a 3 hour private 20-20 design (V8.1.13) software class from me today. She was thrilled to learn some tips and tricks on drawing walls and placing them in a complicated space. The space had recessed walls, angles (and not 45 degree!), and lots of . . . → Read More: 20-20 Private Training Class Today

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Will this post show using Wordbooker? So far so good…

20-20 Design Refresher Training

Just a reminder that a session of focused training might be a good way to learn a trick or two to enhance your presentations…want to elevations your elevations? Call me to set up a session. Class times fit around your schedule.

2011 Color Forcast

Have you seen the beautiful colors forcast for next year? Oooo! They are quite nice. Check out this article if you have time:  “What Colors Will be Big in 2011?”

Re-posting 11/23/10 using different app…