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Louisiana-licensed Interior designer, Melissa Sullivan, ASID,  has been awarded the Certified Kitchen and Bath Designer (CKBD) designation by the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA). This professional certification recognizes Sullivan’s expertise in kitchen and bath design and underscores her commitment to the highest levels of professionalism in the industry. 

To become a CKBD, a designer must meet specific education and experience requirements, pass a certification exam, and maintain their certification through ongoing continuing education.

“For over a decade at Kevin Harris Architect, Melissa has honed her design skills in all aspects of residential design and construction,” says Kevin Harris. “Obtaining her CDBD certification is a recognition of what we knew already – that Melissa is an expert designer of interior spaces. She is constantly learning and improving and brings her expertise to our client’s visions.”

NKBA is a professional trade organization that serves the kitchen and bath industry. It was founded in 1963 to advance the professionalism and excellence of kitchen and bath design, product development, and manufacturing. The NKBA has more than 60,000 members worldwide, including kitchen and bath designers, manufacturers, dealers, and retailers, as well as allied professionals such as architects, builders, and remodelers.

Learn about other designations earned by members of the firm here.