EVENTS CALENDAR
Conversations and Community
Join us for insightful discussions and get opportunities to connect with industry professionals. Discover our upcoming events and mark your calendars today.
DESIGN DIALOGUES
Back to Basics
April 14, 1pm ET / 10am PT
VIRTUAL | PANEL
Panelists include Sarah Warto from Boxleaf Design, Kara Beckmann from Beckmann House and Patrick Beam from 9th Avenue Designs
Struggling to begin your outdoor kitchen design? This month, we're cutting through the complexity and bringing it Back to Basics. Join our expert panel as they walk you through the essential starting considerations for any successful project; such as site assessment tips, lifestyle planning and the critical first question they always lead with. Walk away from this session with the clarity and confidence you need to launch and successfully complete your next outdoor kitchen design.
CONFERENCE
High Point Market
April 25-30
BROAD HALL, HIGH POINT, NC
Urban Bonfire is returning to High Point Market! We will be featured in the NKBA Design Hub on the first floor of historic Broad Hall—a dynamic venue that blends the building’s storied past with modern design flair. Discover our outdoor kitchen collections amid full-scale vignettes alongside other leading names in bath, appliance, lighting, and indoor-outdoor design.
As one of the world’s largest home furnishings trade show, with over 11 million square feet of showroom space and nearly 2,000 exhibitors, High Point Market attracts tens of thousands of industry professionals from around the world. We’re honored to be located right in the thick of the action—with NKBA amplifying the experience.
NKBA PANEL
Open-Air Living: Designing the Ultimate Outdoor Experience
April 26. 10am
BROAD HALL, HIGH POINT, NC
Join Urban Bonfire and Kalamazoo's Director of Architect and Designer Partnerships, Ashley Smith at High Point Market for the NKBA Panel: Open-Air Living: Designing the Ultimate Outdoor Experience.
Outdoor living is no longer an add-on — it’s an architectural extension of the home. This presentation explores how designers can create fully realized outdoor environments by integrating high-style and high-impact design elements that elevate outdoor spaces from patio styling to immersive, entertaining-driven spaces.
Moderated by Andrea Lillo, Executive Editor, Designers Today, in conversation with Alena Capra, Alena Capra Designs; Daniel Keeley, DK Design; Stephanie Larsen, Stephanie Larsen Interior Design; Lisa Mende, Lisa Mende Design; and Ashley Smith, Director of Architect & Designer Partnerships, Urban Bonfire.
DESIGN DIALOGUES
Learned Experiences Part 2
May 5, 1pm ET / 10am PT
VIRTUAL | WEBINAR
With Gina Armetta, Vice President of Sales at Pleina Group
What better way to learn than through real-world experience? Join us for our second installment of this eye-opening webinar where we pull back the curtain on the art of designing and building stunning outdoor kitchens. Through firsthand stories and expert insights, we’ll take you behind the scenes of unique outdoor kitchen projects, each with its own set of challenges and creative solutions. Discover the lessons we’ve learned, the mistakes to avoid, and the strategies that lead to exceptional results—so you can achieve optimal results in your own design projects.
CELEBRATION
Rooftop Celebration of Award Winning Landscapes
May 14, 5:30 - 8:30 PM
FERGUSON, NYC, 150 E 58th St, 11th FLOOR,
NEW YORK, NY
Join us for an unforgettable evening! In partnership with ASLA-NY and Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting, we are bringing you an exclusive showcase of the Chapter’s award-winning projects of 2026. Enjoy stunning views from a rooftop patio in the A&D Building as we highlight groundbreaking designs that exemplify innovation, excellence, and community impact. Mingle with fellow design enthusiasts, be inspired by visionary projects, and savor light refreshments under the Manhattan skyline..
DESIGN DIALOGUES
Weatherproof Wonders
June 9, 1pm ET / 10am PT
VIRTUAL | PANEL
Struggling to select outdoor materials that actually endure the elements? This month, we’re bridging the gap between rugged durability and high-end luxury. Join experts in the field as they reveal the secrets to specifying "Weatherproof Wonders" that last. From the foundational strength of ultra-compact surfaces to the performance of premium textiles, gain the clarity you need to balance durability and aesthetics. Walk away with the confidence to build outdoor spaces that stay beautiful, season after season.
CEU
Elevating Outdoor Kitchen Design
June 16, 1pm ET / 10am PT
VIRTUAL
This course builds on the principles explored in Winning Outdoor Kitchen Design to help design professionals understand the evolving trends and best practices in outdoor kitchen design. It focuses on three key areas: the existing landscape, the architectural style, and the human element. Learn how to create sophisticated, functional spaces that prioritize client comfort and ensure long-term durability.
1 LU|HSW with AIA, 1 PDH with LA/CES, 1 CEU with IDCEC, 1 CEU with ASID, 0.1 CEU with NKBA