Category Archives: Topic Descriptions

October 24, 2019 · 6:15 am

October 30 at #KBtribechat – Closets!

A design discussion.

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Our group Pinterest Board – Closet Design Ideas.
Want to be added? Just let us know!

The KBtribechat questions:

1.) What features make for an ideal walk-in closet?

Share pics of closets you love!

2.) What are your go to closet storage solutions? for shoes? for sweaters? to reach?

3.) What closet hardware accessories do you like to design in?

4.) What solutions do you like for reach-in closets?

5.) Do you have a favorite door solution for reach-in closets? Sliding mirrors? Built-in cabinetry? Other?

6.) What creative solutions do you have for coat closets?

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from 2 to 3pm eastern

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Tagged as closet design, closet doors, closet features, closet hardware, closet storage, closets, coat closets, custom closets, reach-in closets

October 17, 2019 · 6:15 am

October 23 at #KBtribechat – Kitchen Styles

A design discussion!

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Our KBtribechat Questions:

1.) How do you define Transitional Style? Is this still the most popular choice of your clients?

Share pictures of beautiful kitchens of every type!

2.) Is Cottage Style a spin-off of transitional? What details help define Cottage kitchens?

3.) What about Coastal Style? Is this a spin-off of transitional too? What colors and details help define this a Coastal look?

4.) What features define a Country Farmhouse kitchen?

5.) What details make a Mediterranean kitchen?

6.) What is a Country French kitchen?

7.) How do you define a Traditional kitchen? Can this also be timeless?

8.) What is a Contemporary kitchen?

9.) Is Industrial style an offshoot of contemporary? How do you define this kitchen look?

10.) What is a Modern kitchen? How does it differ from “Contemporary”?

11.) This is a long list so far, but what other design styles are there for kitchens? What are your favorites and why?

12.) Do you sometimes mix design styles in the same kitchen? Give examples?

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Tagged as coastal kitchens, contemporary kitchens, Cottage Kitchens, country farmhouse kitchens, country french kitchens, industrial kitchens, kitchen color, kitchen design, mediterranean kitchens, mixing kitchen styles, modern kitchens, traditional kitchens, transitional kitchens

October 10, 2019 · 6:15 am

October 16 at #KBtribechat – Lighting Trends

A kitchen and bath industry design discussion!

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Our KBtribechat Questions:

1.) What kitchen lighting trends are you seeing?

2.) Please share pictures of kitchens with spectacular lighting! Which fixtures are you especially liking for kitchen lighting?

3.) What trends are you are seeing for bathroom lighting?

4.) Which type of light fixtures are you loving for bathroom lighting? Share pictures!

5.) How are you integrating LED?

6.) Are you doing more lighting in cabinet interiors? Explain!

7.) Are you back-lighting stone or quartz in your projects? Share ideas you like for this application!

8.) What lighting technology are you using in your projects?

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on Wednesday, October 16

from 2 to 3pm eastern

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Tagged as back lighting, Bathroom Design, bathroom lighting, bathroom lighting trends, cabinet lighting, kit chen lighting trends, kitchen design, kitchen lighting, led lighting, light fixture trends, lighting technology

October 3, 2019 · 6:15 am

October 9 at #KBtribechat – Designing Kitchens and Baths that Last with Sustainable Natural Materials

A design discussion

Sponsored and Hosted by the Natural Stone Institute

Photo courtesy of Rugo Stone.

Ferris Bueller once said: “Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.” Doesn’t it seem like the same could be said about design trends? We constantly refresh Instagram and Pinterest or scan through our favorite design magazines, searching for the next new thing—something fresh, cool, and totally unexpected. Things that we loved six months ago now seem passé. In 2019, we move at super speed.

Let’s slow down for a moment. Instead of seeking out the next big trend, let’s think about what would happen if we focused on using materials that were built to last, like natural stone. Natural stones like granite, marble, quartzite, and soapstone have been used for hundreds of years, beloved for their durability, versatility, and easy maintenance. In recent years, stone companies have made significant efforts to ensure that best practices are in place for sustainability, both in quarrying and fabrication facilities. Whether you are designing in a style that is modern or classic, when you use natural stone, you will be designing a room that is made to last.

Italian marble quarry. Photo courtesy of the Natural Stone Institute.

Our KBtribechat Questions:

1.) How often does sustainability factor into material choices with your clients?

2.) In our fast-moving, “throwaway culture” world, how do we pivot back to timeless materials and designs?

3.) Sustainable materials like natural stone and wood are made to last. Share some of your favorite designs!

4.) How do you stay trendy/current while still designing something meant to last?

5.) Are there questions or misconceptions your clients have about choosing sustainable products?

6.) Using salvaged or reclaimed materials can add a unique piece of history to a project. Have you used materials like this in your designs?

7.) Natural stone is seen in currently trending kitchens, but it is also timeless. What other trends do you think will stand the test of time?

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Tagged as granite, kitchen design, Marble, natural materials, natural stone, natural stone countertops, quartzite, reclaimed materials, salvaged stone, Soapstone, sustainability, sustainable construction, sustainable countertops, The Marble Institute, The Natural Stone Institute, timeless materials, Use Natural Stone

September 26, 2019 · 6:15 am

October 2 at #KBtribechat – Luxury Kitchens

A design discussion

Sponsored and hosted by Wellborn Cabinet

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Wellborn Cabinet is committed to be the most valued provider of kitchen, bath, and whole home cabinetry. Founded in 1961, Wellborn Cabinet has been American owned and operated with a long-standing history of manufacturing innovative products and delivering excellent, domestic customer service.

Luxury kitchen designs tend to combine the highest-quality materials, innovative technologies, and top-of-the-line appliances to create magazine-worthy kitchens. Wellborn Cabinet offers a vast selection of cabinetry options such as framed or frameless cabinetry accommodating to a diverse mix of design styles. Join us for a KBtribechat discussion on “Luxury Kitchens” on Wednesday, October 2nd at 2 PM ET with Wellborn Cabinet. Transform the heart of your home into a magazine-worthy kitchen with Wellborn Cabinet.

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Our KBtribechat questions:

1. What does ‘luxury kitchen’ mean to you?

2. What are defining characteristics of a Luxury Kitchen?

3. Describe some basic design elements in Luxury Kitchen design.

4. What color trends in luxurious kitchens?

5. What materials are trending for Luxury Kitchens?

6. What storage solutions do you like to use in Luxury Kitchens?

7. Framed vs. Frameless cabinetry: How do you choose?

8. How do you see smart solutions in Luxury Kitchens?

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Tagged as kitchen cabinetry, kitchen color, kitchen material trends, kitchen storage solutions, luxury kitchen design, luxury kitchens, smart kitchens, Wellborn Cabinet, Wellborn Cabinet Inc.

September 19, 2019 · 6:15 am

September 25 at #KBtribechat – Flooring Trends

A design discussion
Sponsored and Hosted by DOMOTEX USA
Co-Hosted by Loretta Willis, ASID

Your profession is more than what can be seen on the surface. Staying profitable and relevant in the global marketplace requires in-depth product knowledge and innovation, whether you buy, sell, make, specify or install flooring. DOMOTEX USA is the sole event in North America dedicated exclusively to flooring. Immerse yourself in three full days of hands-on experiences, education (with a specific designer track) and exhibits. Plus, this year you can earn continuing education units (CEUs) at the show.

We will put the World at Your Feet: Join us Feb. 5-7, 2020 in Atlanta. Use the promo code KBtribechat20 to get a free expo hall pass when you register at https://domotexusa.com/the-show/attend/.

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We, along with co-host Loretta Willis, Allied ASID, look forward to discussing flooring trends and listening as kitchen and bath pros share insights, product knowledge and favorite project pictures on Wednesday, Sept. 25 at 2 p.m. ET!

Our KBtribechat Questions:

Q1: How has the choice of flooring in kitchens & bathrooms changed over the years?

Q2: What is your preferred choice of kitchen flooring & why? Share pictures of your favorite floors!

Q3: How does the color & texture of the kitchen floor influence the rest of the room’s design? Share examples!

Q4: Personalized room design is becoming more popular – how do you apply this to the floors in your projects?

Q5: In today’s world, we are all concerned about being more eco-conscious. What is your favorite eco-friendly flooring to use in your k&b designs and why?

Q6: If budget were no object, what type of flooring would you choose for a kitchen & bath project? Share photos of your favorite k&b projects!

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About DOMOTEX USA
DOMOTEX USA is an annual flooring innovations industry trade show and conference. The event is an extension of the more than 30-year-old DOMOTEX, the world’s foremost showcase for floor coverings held annually in Hannover, Germany in January. DOMOTEX USA is focused on the needs of the floor covering retailers, distributors, installers, builders, contractors, remodelers and interior designers. The trade show features product displays across hard and soft surfaces including hardwood, laminate, area rugs, carpet and resilient flooring, outdoor floor covering, as well as flooring applications and installation technology.

For further information, visit the show’s website at www.DomotexUSA.com and social media sites:
Facebook – @DomotexUSA
Twitter – @DomotexUSA
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/domotexusa
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/domotexusa/

About Loretta J. Willis, Allied ASID | Loretta’s Interior Design, LLC | Design Blogger | @ljwillisdesigns | alightreflection.com

Creative and visionary Interior Designer with a background in corporate management and merchandising, Loretta is passionate about helping others create beautiful and functional interiors tailored to client’s lifestyle and design needs. As a member of ASID (American Society of Interior Design) Loretta’s vast design knowledge, leadership and volunteer roles have resulted in strong client and industry trade partnership as well as a popular luxury design trends blogger. Loretta was profiled under DOMOTEX USA’s #whyidomotex campaign in 2019. You can read more about Loretta’s path to success here and watch an interview about what DOMOTEX USA means to her here.

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