The Designer’s Perspective: Navigating Decorative Plumbing & Hardware in the Specification Process.

This 60-minute webinar features a panel of interior designers discussing how decorative plumbing and hardware (DPH) plays a crucial role in the specification process. The panel explores when and how DPH is integrated into design plans, balancing aesthetics with functionality, and how designers coordinate finishes and styles across a project. Additionally, the discussion highlights what designers expect from DPH showrooms, emphasizing the need for knowledgeable staff, high-quality displays, and virtual tools. The panel also covers the importance of strong relationships with reps and manufacturers, focusing on product availability, customization options, and ways to improve collaboration. 

This webinar is open to EVERYONE, not just DPHA members!  If you are not a DPHA member, or have not previously created a DPHA login, click here to create the FREE user account required for registration.

Shannon Ggem is a whole home remodel / full furnish specialist in Los Angeles specializing in bringing quality older homes up to date in flow, function and style for discerning clients.

Shannon’s classic taste and artful eye, expertise, craftsperson relationships and proprietary method bring clients through the new build or remodel process. The result is thoughtfully furnished, artfully appointed, tasteful, quality homes. Shannon seamlessly incorporates Biophilia, wellness and sustainability principles into all her designs, and is a speaker in her industry on those topics.

Shannon was awarded the Custom Home Builder Adaptive Reuse Award. Was recognized for contributions to historic preservation by the City of Los Angeles and Los Angeles County. Ggem Design was flattered to be selected to redesign a local Boys and Girls Club, and a suite for immuno-suppressed people for the Ronald McDonald House. Her work has been featured by Forbes, BBC, LA Times, Cottages & Bungalows and many more.

With over 25 years of experience, Paula Kennedy, founder of Timeless Kitchen Design L.L.C., is a passionate leader in kitchen and bath design. As a highly regarded Interior Designer, she holds certifications such as NKBA Certified Master Kitchen & Bath Designer, Certified Architectural Color Consultant, and Certified Living in Place Professional. Paula's expertise has earned her numerous awards and positions on the K+BB Magazine Advisory Council and as an NKBA Subject Matter Expert. She is actively involved in the industry through speaking, teaching, curriculum development, mentoring, and writing, with a focus on creativity, innovation, technology, wellness, and inclusive design. Paula’s commitment to inspiring others and advancing the field is evident in her