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February 2-4, 2027 | Las Vegas, NV

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Stacy McCarthy, CMKBD

Stacy McCarthy, CMKBD

PresidentStacy McCarthy Design

Stacy McCarthy is a Certified Master Kitchen & Bath Designer and founder of Stacy McCarthy Design, a nationally recognized firm specializing in conceptual planning, renovation, and trauma-informed design. With dual degrees in architectural drafting and art history, she brings over 25 years of experience across luxury showrooms, disaster restoration, multi-family housing, and national brand consulting.

 McCarthy has represented premier appliance and plumbing brands and served as Designer Services Manager for Middleby’s Eastern U.S. region. A longtime NKBA leader, she currently serves as President of the South Florida Chapter and was honored as a 2024 national NKBA Design Competition judge. Formerly from California and now based in South Florida, McCarthy is also a CEU author, mother of five, passionate runner, and art lover.

Tue Feb 173:00 PM – 4:00 PMS230-FG

Wine & Design – From Ruin to Renewal: The Role of Design After Disaster (Registration Required)

Join us for light bites and drinks during our VFTI Wine and Design series. This free event is open to VFTI attendees, but advance registration is requ…Join us for light bites and drinks during our VFTI Wine and Design series. This free event is open to VFTI attendees, but advance registration is required as space is limited. When disaster strikes, rebuilding isn’t just about structures, it’s about …Join us for light bites and drinks during our VFTI Wine and Design series. This free event is open to VFTI attendees, but advance registration is required as space is limited. When disaster strikes, rebuilding isn’t just about structures, it’s about resilience, accessibility, and creating spaces ready for every stage of life. This session examines how destruction can open doors for innovation, from designing homes that support recovery and indepe…Join us for light bites and drinks during our VFTI Wine and Design series. This free event is open to VFTI attendees, but advance registration is required as space is limited. When disaster strikes, rebuilding isn’t just about structures, it’s about resilience, accessibility, and creating spaces ready for every stage of life. This session examines how destruction can open doors for innovation, from designing homes that support recovery and independence to incorporating universal features for long-term living. Attendees will gain insight into the challenges of rebuilding after natural disasters, key design strategies for safety and adaptability, and the importance of creating spaces that foster comfort, dignity, and preparedness for the future. Make sure to save your seat early!Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More

Panel (Registration Required)Session TypeVFTI Special EventSession Track
Louie Delaware
Brian Gee
Stacy McCarthy, CMKBD
Christi Barbour
Tammy Covington
Louie Delaware
Louie DelawarePresident and Founder, Living In Place Institute
Brian Gee
Brian GeeHead of Strategy & Research, Simon/Myers
Stacy McCarthy, CMKBD
Stacy McCarthy, CMKBDPresident, Stacy McCarthy Design
Christi Barbour
Christi BarbourFounder & Partner, Barbour Spangle Design
Tammy Covington
Tammy CovingtonPresident and CEO, High Point Market Authority
Louie Delaware
Louie DelawarePresident and Founder, Living In Place Institute
Brian Gee
Brian GeeHead of Strategy & Research, Simon/Myers
Stacy McCarthy, CMKBD
Stacy McCarthy, CMKBDPresident, Stacy McCarthy Design
Christi Barbour
Christi BarbourFounder & Partner, Barbour Spangle Design
Tammy Covington
Tammy CovingtonPresident and CEO, High Point Market Authority
Capacity Unlimited:No
On-Demand:No
Option for On-Demand:No
Type:VFTI Conference