Category Archives: Topic Descriptions

August 22, 2019 · 6:15 am

August 28 at #KBtribechat – Personalized Kitchens!

A design discussion

Yard to table family kitchen with historic Alberene Soapstone counters from Polycor’s Virginia quarry, BlueStar pro-range, Zephyr ventilation hood, Franke fireclay farmhouse sink + chef faucet and Mariana Home light fixtures from Wilson Lighting. Photo by Edward Caldwell Photography

Our KBtribechat Questions:

1.) How do diverse lifestyles influence kitchen design? kitchens for families with children or without | with differing work schedules | with entertaining or hosting guests in mind

3.) How do travel experiences impact home kitchen expectations?

4.) How would you personalize a kitchen for a truly inspired chef?

5.) What features are needed to personalize a kitchen for professional entertaining? privacy | aromas | utility needs | social preferences

6.) Share unique personalization ideas for kitchens that nourish the user.

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August 15, 2019 · 6:15 am

August 21 at #KBtribechat – Mudrooms and Drop Zones

A design discussion!

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We have a Mud Rooms group Pinterest board. Let us know if you’d like an invite!

Our KBtribechat discussion questions:

Q1.) What are the benefits of having a mudroom?

Share pictures of mudrooms you like!

Q2.) What locations in the home work best for mudrooms? Do you combine the mud room area with other rooms? What room combos do you suggest?

Q3.) What features are best for a useful mud room? Share your design ideas and pictures!

Q4.) What materials work well for mud rooms?

Q5.) Would the mud room be a good drop zone area for the entire family? What design features would help organize this?

Q6.) What other areas of the home work well for drop zone placement? Explain your ideas!

Q7.) What drop zone storage solutions do you like to keep this area clutter free and looking good?

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Tagged as drop zones, family organization, home organization, Mud Rooms, mudroom cubbies, mudroom lockers, mudrooms, storage solutions

August 8, 2019 · 6:15 am

August 14 at #KBtribechat: #MicroSizeMe – Designing for Downsizing and Small Spaces

Hosted by Paula Kennedy CKD.

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We hear it every day but what does it really mean for us as designers . . . tiny home, downsizing, small spaces, urban living, minimalist, simplifying . . .

What does it all mean, is it just a trend that we don’t really have to worry about? Is it just an urban problem that I don’t need to worry about? If my clients need this what do manufacturers offer that will work? How can I meet their needs through design and specification?

A trend is something that comes and goes, this is something deeper, just like designing for Aging in Place and Sustainability. Our Industry, Manufacturers and Designers need to sit up, and take notice of the “Micro Size Me Movement” we need to get out in front of it!

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THE DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: (kitchen & bath specific)
Q1. Are you seeing this movement in your region? What generations are you seeing needing, demanding and utilizing these smaller living spaces?

Q2. Small spaces can be designed and built in the suburbs as part of larger homes as well, what situations (or opportunities) are driving this need? How do you feel about the current inventory of this type of dwelling in your area?

Q3. Considering appliances, fixtures and storage, how can we maximize design for these small spaces?

Q4. What design techniques, elements and principles can we use to design for these small spaces?

Q5. How will population growth continue to increase demand for these spaces, products and design?

Q6. What do we need from manufacturers for small spaces both in the kitchen AND in the bath?

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Hosted by Paula Kennedy, CMKBD, CLIPP
Timeless Kitchen Design, Seattle Washington
NKBA CEU Provider
“#MicroSizeMe – Designing for Downsizing and Small Spaces” is an approved NKBA Chapter CEU
425-466-4483 paulakennedyckd@hotmail.com
Pinterest boards associated with this topic:
MICROSIZEME https://pin.it/mpdydzzf62lc6e
MICROKITCHEN https://pin.it/d6ceqxz65s5p6e
MICROBATH https://pin.it/3lmezuyypcl54t

#KBTRIBECHAT @PAULAKENNEDYCKD #DOWNSIZE #MICROSIZEME

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August 1, 2019 · 6:15 am

August 7 at #KBtribechat – Connected Kitchens

A design discussion

Sponsored and Hosted by GE Appliances

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Technology is opening up a world of possibilities in the kitchen. Join us for a KBtribechat discussion on “Connected Kitchens” on Wednesday, August 7th at 2 pm ET with GE Appliances, and get ready to talk about how tech is making us better cooks and taking tasks off our to-do list.

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Our KBtribechat Questions:

1. Do you think technology belongs in the kitchen? Why/why not?

2. What tech do you currently use to help you cook?

3. What voice assistant do you use in the kitchen and how do you use it?

4. In your kitchen, what appliance is the most “tech advanced” when it comes to features, what is the least?

5. In what ways does technology create peace of mind for you in the kitchen?

6. How does technology impact kitchen design?

7. Your turn to invent a feature or even a new appliance. What would create that doesn’t currently exist today?

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July 25, 2019 · 6:15 am

Our topic on July 31 at #KBtribechat: Clearing Away Clutter!

A design discussion!

This beautiful kitchen features a Zephyr hood, BlueStar range and Polycor Soapstone. Photo is by Edward Caldwell Photography.

Our KBtribechat questions:

1. ) Is decluttering different than re-organization or are they both part of the process of clearing away clutter? Explain!

2.) What is your best decluttering advice? How should we tackle decluttering our homes?

3.) What advice do you have for organizing the kitchen to keep it clutter free?

4.) What are your top tips for keeping the pantry organized?

5.) How can we clear away clutter in the bathroom? Share your favorite tips and storage solutions!

6.) What are your go to design tips to help keep closets clutter free and organized?

7.) The drop zone is always a challenge to keep clutter free and organized. Where do you like to place the drop zone in the home? Share your tips to keep this area from becoming a mess!

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Tagged as Bathroom Design, bathroom organizers, cabinet organizers, clearing away clutter, closet design, closet organizers, closet solutions, decluttering, drop zone organization, drop zone tips, editing possessions, kitchen design, mudrooms, organization systems, organizing, pantry design, pantry organization, Pantry Shelving, Pantry Storage, re-organization, simplifying, storage ideas, storage solutions