Tag Archives: cabinet storage solutions

March 23, 2023 · 6:16 am

March 29th at #KBtribechat – What is a “Luxury” Kitchen?

A kitchen and bath industry design discussion!

Our KBtribechat questions:

1. What does “luxury” mean to you in regards to kitchens?

2. What are defining characteristics of a Luxury Kitchen?

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

4. What colors and looks are trending in luxurious kitchens?

5. What materials are trending for Luxury Kitchens?

6. What storage solutions do you like to use to add luxury to kitchens?

7. When to add hardware: How do you choose if you want hardware or not?

8. How can smart solutions add luxury to kitchens?

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August 25, 2022 · 6:15 am

August 31 at #KBtribechat – Luxury Kitchens

A design discussion!

Luxurious materials shown here: Crossville Inc slab porcelain countertops and backsplashes, Bertazzoni dual fuel range and exhaust hood, Franke pro faucets and stainless steel sinks, Element Designs aluminum framed cabinet doors with back painted glass inserts and Northern Contours high gloss acrylic cabinet doors and drawer fronts.

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 colors are trending 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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May 12, 2022 · 6:15 am

May 18th at #KBtribechat – Designed with Organization in Mind

Sponsored and Hosted by Rev-A-Shelf

Our KBtribechat Questions:

  1. What step of the design process do you specify organizational accessories?
  2. If a client is not ready (budget or otherwise) to add a specific organization accessory to a design, do you still spec the cabinet so they can add it later if desired?
  3. Do you think well thought out organization has an impact on your customers enjoyment of the spaces you design?
  4. Which platforms do you use to educate yourself on organizational trends? Magazines, social platforms, blogs, etc… be specific! (i.e. KBDN or/and Tiktok)
  5. What area of the home is your favorite to design and (ideally) organize?
  6. Is there one space you are seeing people designing with organization in mind more than another? Pantry, laundry room, etc… share photos!

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September 2, 2021 · 6:15 am

September 8 at #KBtribechat – Inspirational Elements

A design discussion!

 

For this discussion, please share details you have found inspirational! We want to see lots of pictures of exceptional kitchens and bathrooms.

Our KBtribechat questions:

1.) What cabinetry has inspired you lately? Any exciting door styles or millwork? Decorative hardware? Storage solutions?

2.) What lighting have you found inspirational and fun?

3.) What are your favorite ways to use a stand-out feature in your designs? (Flooring, backsplashes, stoves, bathtubs, etc.)

4.) What uses of color has inspired you lately?

5.) Open shelves are popular. How do you make them useful and stunning?

6.) Do you sometimes use salvaged materials in your designs? Share ways you incorporate them!

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July 22, 2021 · 6:15 am

July 28 at #KBtribechat – Storage Solutions for an Organized Home

A design discussion!

Sponsored and Hosted by Rev-a-shelf.

For some people getting organized is scary and unpleasant that is why whether you are a designer or a consumer the best way to overcome and conquer is with specific storage solutions. From the closet to the kitchen having an organized home reduces stress, saves time, improves health, and reduces waste to name just a few. It is something we all need and use daily from the time we get up until we go to sleep, organization is a lifestyle.


On July 28th #KBtribechat and Rev-A-Shelf will host a discussion on the topic of storage solutions for an organized home. We will come together and tweet about the latest trends, how COVID-19 has changed our storage needs, and the accessories available to meet them.

Our KBtribechat questions:

  • Have you seen an increase post-pandemic, of clients asking for storage solutions? If so, what are they asking for?
  • Storage solutions come in a variety of colors and finishes, what is trending? 
  • When you think of storage it can be for an array of items, what storage accessories are you specifying the most and what items are in need of accessories to keep them organized?
  • With bulk buying the request for pantries are on the rise.  Are you designing/specifying walk-in pantries?  If so, what is the average square footage?  Share photos.
  • Besides accessibility an important part of organization is visibility, do you specify storage accessories with lighting built-in or add lighting to cabinets and drawers?  What accessories do you wish had a lighting option?

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May 24, 2018 · 6:15 am

May 30 at #KBtribechat – Kitchen Islands

A design discussion

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Our KBtribechat questions:

1.) What materials, finishes and details are currently popular for kitchen island cabinetry and hardware?

2.) Do you like to match the kitchen island to the perimeter? Why or why not?

3.)  Are waterfall counters still popular?  What is trending for island countertop materials and edge details?

4.) Island countertops with an overhang for seating are popular. What design solutions do you like to add style to the eating bar side of an island?

5.) What are the pros and cons on designing in a sink and dishwasher or cooktop on the island?

6.) What features are nice to have or useful on a kitchen island? Share pictures!

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May 19, 2016 · 6:15 am

May 25th at #KBtribechat – Creating that Wow Factor

A design discussion!

 

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Our KBtribechat questions:

Q1.) What cabinetry elements play with our emotions and make us want them? Decorative hardware or pull-outs? A certain style or finish? A beautiful layout?

Share pictures!

Q2.) The backsplash wall area is often a place to add bling to the kitchen. What is trending with backsplashes that is exciting?

Q3.) What kitchen countertop materials and details add to creating a wow factor when entering the room?

Q4.) Major kitchen appliances can offer much to to impress. What are your favorite ways to show them off?

Q5.) What are your kitchen window and lighting tips for adding drama and beauty to the kitchen?

Q6.) Kitchens are very complicated. Do you have any other kitchen design ideas to wow us? Please share!

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March 10, 2016 · 6:15 am

3/16 at #KBtribechat – Organize It!

Cabinet Storage Solutions

A design discussion.

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Our discussion questions:

Q1 – What are your favorite storage solutions for kitchen base cabinetry?

Q2 – What are your go to storage solutions for base cabinet corners?

Q3 – What are good ways to help keep drawers organized?

Q4 – What kitchen upper cabinet storage solutions have you found helpful?

Q5 – Are you designing in kitchen trash collection solutions? What are your go to choices?

Q6- Do you incorporate pull-outs and organizers in bathroom cabinetry? Please share design solutions that have worked well.

Share pictures of kitchen and bath cabinet storage solutions you like for all questions!

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May 14, 2015 · 7:20 am

May 20, 2015 at #KBtribechat – Considerations for Small Kitchen Appliances

A design discussion!

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Our discussion questions:

Q1.) Please share your go to storage solutions for small appliances that are used every day like coffee makers and toasters. Do you still design in appliance garages? Elaborate and share pics!

Stand mixers are handy to have on hand but present unique storage challenges because they are large and heavy.

Q2.) What are your solutions for dealing with stand mixers in the kitchen?

Q3.) Do you design a bake center around the mixer placement in the kitchen? Explain and show us examples!

Q4.) What are your storage solution ideas for crockpots, waffle makers and other less often used small kitchen appliances?

Q5.) How do you like to organize kitchen gadgets and implements?  Do you often design in drawer organizers? Share your favorites!

Q6.) What other storage solutions do you have for unwieldy kitchen items?

Please share pictures!

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September 11, 2014 · 6:15 am

Organize It!

This is the last official week of Summer and the start of home improvement season.  The kids are off to school and it’s the perfect time to get organized…which is why the kitchen and bath industry pros of KBtribechat will share their opinions on ways to configure many important cabinet storage areas. DSC01324   Our discussion questions:

  • Do you specify sliding shelves in base cabinets? Why or why not?
  • For a 36″ wide pantry, what is your preferred interior layout? Adjustable shelves? Pull-outs?
  • What are your favorite ways to organize drawers?
  • What cabinet storage solution do you prefer for spices?
  • What are your go to ways to organize large tray storage?
  • In the bathroom, what cabinet organizer ideas have you found to be client favorites?

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