Elizabeth Lord-Levitt
FounderBuilt4Design Residential Academy LLCElizabeth Lord-Levitt is the principal designer of the award winning Denver based design firm, Elizabeth P Lord Residential Design LLC, and has over 20 years in the interior design and construction industry. A CMKBD and CLIPP certified designer with a masters degree in real estate and construction management, she creates designs that are aesthetically appealing and practical. She is the founder of Built4Design Residential Academy, holds a Colorado real estate brokers license, is an ambassador for the She Built Foundation, and was named the NKBA Educator of the Year in 2025.
Designing for the Invisible Client: Creating Kitchens and Bath that Adapt Through Life’s Changes
When designers ask clients "Who will be using this space?", the answer is often a simple one. But the truth is, kitchens and bathrooms often serve far
…When designers ask clients "Who will be using this space?", the answer is often a simple one. But the truth is, kitchens and bathrooms often serve far more people than the homeowners who sign the contract. An aging parent recovering from a surgery, a
…When designers ask clients "Who will be using this space?", the answer is often a simple one. But the truth is, kitchens and bathrooms often serve far more people than the homeowners who sign the contract. An aging parent recovering from a surgery, a teenager grandchild with learning to bake, a dog who eats and sleeps in the kitchen, or a future homebuyer who may someday live in the home. This presentation challenges designers to move beyond the
…When designers ask clients "Who will be using this space?", the answer is often a simple one. But the truth is, kitchens and bathrooms often serve far more people than the homeowners who sign the contract. An aging parent recovering from a surgery, a teenager grandchild with learning to bake, a dog who eats and sleeps in the kitchen, or a future homebuyer who may someday live in the home. This presentation challenges designers to move beyond the aesthetics and explore the idea that kitchen and baths designs need to support a user as they adapt to life's many changes.
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The Anatomy of a Wall: Hidden Systems That Shape Great Design
Designers spend their careers perfecting what clients see, but some of the most important design decisions happen behind the drywall. This sesssion pe
…Designers spend their careers perfecting what clients see, but some of the most important design decisions happen behind the drywall. This sesssion peels back the layers of the residential wall to reveal foundations, framing, mechanical systems, bloc
…Designers spend their careers perfecting what clients see, but some of the most important design decisions happen behind the drywall. This sesssion peels back the layers of the residential wall to reveal foundations, framing, mechanical systems, blocking, insulation and infrastructure that shape every project. Through real-world examples and practical applications, attendees with gain the construction fluency needed to specify with confidence, co
…Designers spend their careers perfecting what clients see, but some of the most important design decisions happen behind the drywall. This sesssion peels back the layers of the residential wall to reveal foundations, framing, mechanical systems, blocking, insulation and infrastructure that shape every project. Through real-world examples and practical applications, attendees with gain the construction fluency needed to specify with confidence, collaborate more effectively with trades, and create designs that are as buildable as they are beautiful.
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Join us for light bites and drinks during our VFTI Wine and Design sessions. Register in advance in order to save your seat for this special event!
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…Join us for light bites and drinks during our VFTI Wine and Design sessions. Register in advance in order to save your seat for this special event!
This panel brings together industry professionals to share how they create environments that celebrat
…Join us for light bites and drinks during our VFTI Wine and Design sessions. Register in advance in order to save your seat for this special event!
This panel brings together industry professionals to share how they create environments that celebrate accessibility and diverse needs. Panelists will explore best practices for designing spaces that meet the unique needs of clients, addressing sensory considerations, mobility challenges, and life-st
…Join us for light bites and drinks during our VFTI Wine and Design sessions. Register in advance in order to save your seat for this special event!
This panel brings together industry professionals to share how they create environments that celebrate accessibility and diverse needs. Panelists will explore best practices for designing spaces that meet the unique needs of clients, addressing sensory considerations, mobility challenges, and life-stage transitions. Through real-world examples, personal experiences, and lessons learned, they’ll highlight the obstacles and successes that shape truly inclusive design.
This event is free to VFTI attendees, so don't forget to register before it fills up!
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