New Member Spotlight: Meet Kalco Lighting
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For 40 years, Kalco Lighting has been crafting and designing lighting for residential, commercial and contract projects. The brand’s vast collection of pendants, sconces, chandeliers, flush mounts and exterior fixtures each convey a spark of livability by effortlessly fusing together timeless styles, authentic materials, artisan craftsmanship and a human approach to technology. The two brands under the Kalco design umbrella; Kalco Lighting and Allegri Crystal as well as their collection called The Hollywood Reporter Home, each showcase Kalco’s unique ability to create functional, differentiated and artistic lighting for audiences seeking products whose designs transcend time. In Kalco’s quest to deliver a superior experience to its clients, the brand offers a large inventory of standard collections, design modification capabilities to existing designs, and custom lighting capabilities to fulfill any design vision.
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DPHA Members' Blog - August 14, 2020. |
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OFTEN OVERLOOKED OPPORTUNITIES IN BATHROOM RENOVATIONS.
Many homeowners in (name of service territory) realize that working from home is not a passing fad. Many will be working from home for the foreseeable future. That’s one reason why homes in (name of service territory) have to increase not only their functionality, but also their appeal. If we are spending most of our time at home, then home should be a place that you want it to be.
Baths can serve as in-home spas where you and your family can recharge your batteries, rejuvenate tired muscles, improve your respiration, enhance skin tone and elevate your overall state of mind. A bath must not only be beautiful, it must also embody the essence of functionality. Here are several often overlooked suggestions to improve the functionality and beauty of any bath.
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Sales Tips and Industry Thoughts |
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Mistakes to Avoid When Selling Virtually: By DPHA Fellow Hank Darlington.
Many showrooms are including virtual selling and showroom tours during these unusual times. It’s a great way to keep your name, products and services in front of potential clients in a time where people aren’t as comfortable shopping in stores.
Showrooms have a unique challenge to try and out-market or outsell their competitors. You need to find ways to engage clients in conversations and try to connect with the individual person. Both sellers and buyers are experiencing their own unique struggle in how to make this connection.
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The Psychology of Money.
Morgan Housel, a venture capitalist and blogger, recently penned a new book to be published next month, The Psychology of Money. In it, he notes, "Money isn't primarily a store of value. Money is a conduit of emotion and ego, carrying hopes and fears, dreams and heartbreak, confidence and surprise, envy and regret.”
Housel relates two stories. One involved a person who made a fortune and who skipped gold coins worth thousands of dollars across waves in the ocean, "just for fun." To him, Housel claims, money was a plaything (he subsequently went broke)...
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DPHA Wednesday Webinar: LET'S TALK DESIGN TRENDS.
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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19TH
2 PM EDT
We are halfway through 2020, and most of the country has been stuck inside their homes way more than ever before. Disposable income that would normally be spent on traveling is being redirected to making homes updated and more comfortable, especially kitchens and baths! Join a new panel of designers as we discuss what was trending pre-COVID, and what is trending now!
If you have questions you want to pose to the panel, topics you would love to see us cover, or are interested in participating in a panel, email us! Missed a DPHA Webinar? Our #DPHAWeeklyWednesdayWebinars can be found on the members' only side of our website here.
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CEU Events® Announces Collaboration with HKS.
This collaboration between CEU Events and HKS, a design firm of more than 1,400 architects, interior designers, urban designers, scientists, artists, anthropologists and more, will help expand the tools for the A&D community. The process of managing and tracking continuing education credits between multiple associations and state requirements has been outdated and inefficient. CEU Events' goal is to challenge themselves to think outside the box in order to build necessary tools that will harmonize Continuing Education with the A&D community.
CEU Events is honored to be recognized as a solution by the HKS Learning Team.
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hansgrohe Introduces New Decorative Finishes.
Introducing 3 new finish options to the Talis E collection: Matte Black, Brushed Black Chrome and Brushed Bronze. These exciting new finishes are available now in lavatory faucets, roman tub fillers and come in corresponding shower products to complete your new bathroom.
Don’t forget about the Kitchen either. The classic Talis C Kitchen faucet is now available in Matte Black!
Look for a new digital brochure coming this month. It will encapsulate this new finish offering to the Talis E collection and more finish extensions coming to other hansgrohe collections and products.
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Michael Risser Announced as President of Frank Allart & Co in North America.
Following the accomplished growth in Frank Allart's robust product line, streamlined production, dedicated cutting edge machines, and the desire to always reach higher, Frank Allart has become the luxury hardware company the trade industry deserves. With that accomplished, Frank Allart is committed to broaden and deepen its relationship across North America. To achieve this objective, they are excited to announce the addition of Michael Risser as President of Frank Allart & Co. in North America. After over 15 years in the industry, in both manufacturing and in a showroom, Michael is eager to preserve the legacy of Frank Allart while also navigating the company to its next chapter.
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DDI System Hosting Live Webinar as Part of Summer Series Virtual Event.
Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and new digital selling tools are driving success for distributors and their sales teams as we manage the communication shift away from face-to-face contact with our customers and vendors. Having the right product, sales, and contact information available, anytime and anywhere will elevate your customer relationships, build trust, and drive new sales.
DDI System combines ERP functionality together with leading-edge eCommerce, CRM, and mobile phone operations in a single solution. Join the webinar Tuesday, August 18, 2020 at 1:00 PM EDT and see how DDI can support your entire team in delivering personal and successful customer experiences that incite loyalty for new and repeat business.
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Kymberly B Glazer
Director of Marketing & Sales
Decorative Plumbing and Hardware Association (DPHA)
504.475.8111
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