May Newsletter 
May Newsletter
2nd Annual ANDYZ Awards!
The 2nd Annual ANDYZ Awards are coming up!  Join our esteemed winners circle.  We would love to see your most recent project entered.  Our celebration and awards presentation will be held at the Las Vegas Summer Market, Monday August 1st.  Head to the ANDYZ website www.asidcanv.org/2016-andyz-awards and begin submitting today!  And for our community partners, we are looking for sponsors!  Showcase your brand during the ANDYZ celebration.  Please head over to, www.andyzeventsponsorship.eventbrite.com and contribute.

Jane Cunningham & Amanda Cunningham
ASID California Central | Nevada Chapter,
ANDYZ Awards Committee 2016
Chapter News
Julia Molloy May 5th Event -Rescheduled

Our Sacramento May 5th Julia Molloy Event has been rescheduled to July 31st at Las Vegas Summer Market.  The event topic has also been changed to Transforming your Brand into a Powerhouse a 0.3 CEU.  

ATTRACT MORE HIGH-END CLIENTS!

Are you thinking about updating your website, logo, branding or marketing materials, but are not sure exactly what to do? If you could have an expert that knows your business and your clientele look at your website, social media, logo, business card and marketing materials, assess them, help you define your brand anchors, express yourself authentically and create a detailed to do list, would you be interested? What if they would also help you take that brand and use it as a basis for creating a polished and memorable client experience that your clients will rave about? Would that be valuable to you? If so, sign up for this intensive, because that is exactly what I am going to do for you!

YOU WILL EMERGE WITH CLARITY

  • Your portfolio
  • The content on your website
  • Examples of best templates your web designer can use
  • What your website must include- and NOT include
  • Determine your ten most strategic keywords and how to use them
  • Demystify SEO and show you how to easily check your SEO and make sure it's right
  • Provide feedback and guidance on your logo, business card and marketing materials
  • If appropriate, give guidance and ideas on a logo and business card concept
  • Walk you through all the points of contact and milestones with your clients and give you ideas on how to make them exceptional


The ANDYZ Awards celebrate the year's best Interior Design.  Interior Designers, Architects, and Design Students are encouraged to submit their best work. A panel of Professional ASID Designers will judge the projects, and the winners are announced during a celebration at Las Vegas Summer Market on July 31st 2016. 

The ANDYZ Awards are open to all Designers and Design Firms within the Western Region (California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Utah, Hawaii, Alaska, Montana, Idaho, Arizona, New Mexico, Wyoming, and Colorado)

Deadline: Entries must be received by June 3rd, 2016 by 11:59pm PST. 

Categories:
BEST STUDENT DESIGN
BEST CUSTOM FURNISHINGS/PRODUCT DESIGN
BEST RESIDENTIAL KITCHEN DESIGN
BEST INDIVIDUAL RESIDENTIAL SPACE
BEST MULTIPLE RESIDENTIAL SPACE
BEST INDIVIDUAL COMMERCIAL SPACE
BEST MULTIPLE COMMERCIAL SPACE
BEST INDIVIDUAL HOSPITALITY SPACE
BEST MULTIPLE HOSPITALITY SPACE

One project winner will be selected for each category, and the winners will be notified on or before July 1st, 2016.  All winners are required to attend the ANDYZ Annual Celebration in July (responsible for your own travel expenses). 

Industry Partners want to be apart of the ANDYZ Awards?
This year ASID has some fun things in store for the ANDYZ Awards Celebrations at Las Vegas Summer Market check out the details on how Industry Partners can get involved in this special celebration. 
2016 May - July  Events Calendar
Come to Visit the ASID Booth (L1) in the main Lobby!

Expo Map

AND DON'T MISS THE ASID SPONSORED SPEAKERS...
Join ASID at HD Expo 2016 where we are sponsoring two insightful 
sessions 
that span time and scope.
This Old Hotel: The Power of Restoration
Wednesday May 4, 2016 - 12:00PM to 1:00 PM
 
 
A balance of old and new, history and future, what remains and what's to come. Singular considerations come into play when designers work on the renovation of a historic hotel; not to mention the various rules and guidelines a particular city may have in place when it comes to its landmark structures. Hear from operator-designer duos about the do's and don'ts-and some unusual elements uncovered-when completing these restoration projects.

 
Tomorrowland: New Technologies Creating a Design Revolution
Thursday May 5, 2016 - 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
 
 
Our design purview is changing with augmented reality, rooms that make guests feel good, 3D design and printing, and immersive technology.The future, it seems, is now. Check in with those leading the way to a tech-centric world. 

For more information, visit www.hdexpo.com.


Las Vegas Area:
Habitat For Humanity Pop-up Event 
Designer Donation Request

Deadline for Item Drop Off -
May 6 th 
by 3 pm

at Habitat Main Office
4580 W. Sahara #120
Las Vegas, NV 89102


We are asking Las Vegas Area designers to clean out their garages and storage areas in order to help support  Habitat for Humanity, Las Vegas. They are looking for donations of furniture, lamps, accessories, or any other decor item for their Pop-up events. 

The first Pop-up Event is on May 14th at the Container Park.

Suggested items: Home Décor Accessories - small chairs, tables, dressers, wall art, lamps, throw pillows, and any other decorative accessories.

Please drop off your items at the Habitat Main Office - Make sure to ask for either Cathy or Veronica, so your items are saved for the event.


All proceeds go to support:

May 18th LEGRAND EVENT 
CUSTOM PLATE DESIGN COMPETITION
Close-up of two LED light bulbs against a white background.
May 26-
Brunch & Learn about LEDs
11am
at
Lighting Design
2689 Citrus Road
Rancho Cordova, CA 95742
(Off of Trade Center Drive- MapQuest is Incorrect)

Who doesn't need to learn more about LED lighting??? Clients need us to be informed and equipped to handle any LED questions they may have. How about attending this fun Lunch & Learn event. You can also network and exchange ideas with fellow designers. Coffee, pastries and fruit and a chance drawing prize will be provided.

EVENT IS FREE!

RSVP
to Tami Anderson 916-635-3219 or tosterhoudt@lightbulbsplusinc.com 
July 31-
Julia Molloy
Transforming your Brand into a Powerhouse 0.3 CEU

Join us up on the 16th Floor of Building B for a 0.3 CEU class by Julia Molloy from 1 pm- 3:45 pm.

Pre-registration for Summer 2016 Las Vegas Market is required to attend the CEU. Get your Market passes here:  https://xpressreg.com/register/lvms0716/landing.asp

 

ATTRACT MORE HIGH-END CLIENTS!

Are you thinking about updating your website, logo, branding or marketing materials, but are not sure exactly what to do? If you could have an expert that knows your business and your clientele look at your website, social media, logo, business card and marketing materials, assess them, help you define your brand anchors, express yourself authentically and create a detailed to do list, would you be interested? What if they would also help you take that brand and use it as a basis for creating a polished and memorable client experience that your clients will rave about? Would that be valuable to you? If so, sign up for this intensive, because that is exactly what I am going to do for you!

YOU WILL EMERGE WITH CLARITY

  • Your portfolio
  • The content on your website
  • Examples of best templates your web designer can use
  • What your website must include- and NOT include
  • Determine your ten most strategic keywords and how to use them
  • Demystify SEO and show you how to easily check your SEO and make sure it's right
  • Provide feedback and guidance on your logo, business card and marketing materials
  • If appropriate, give guidance and ideas on a logo and business card concept
  • Walk you through all the points of contact and milestones with your clients and give you ideas on how to make them exceptional

Other Events in Our Area


1st Annual Sacramento Regional
Design & Build Expo


Thursday, May 12, 2016
Old Sugar Mill
35265 Willow Avenue
Clarksburg, CA 95612




Proudly Presented by:



Featuring America's Got Talent & Sacramento Artist
David Garibaldi &
Sacramento's Benefit Auctioneer
David Sobon!


What's on the Schedule:
 
11:00AM - 5:00PM
Exhibits are Open To Explore

12:00PM - 1:00PM - The Learning Experience
Playing Out Your Genius with Angela Merola - CEU Presentation

1:30PM - 2:30PM - The Learning Experience
Incorporating Art with Design with Victoria Price - CEU Presentation

2:00PM - 5:00PM - The Old Sugar Mill Experience
Wine Tasting

5:00PM - 6:00PM
VIP Reception with David Garibaldi

6:00PM - 9:00PM
Dinner & Live Auction with David Sobon

NEED MORE INFORMATION OR READY TO PURCHASE TICKETS? www.sacnkba.org/event-tickets/  


July 6

Bricks and Brew 
CEU Event at 
Silverado Design Center
in Sacramento, CA

5250 South Watt Ave. Ste. 200
Sacramento, CA 95826


Details Coming Soon...




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