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#KBtribechat is back from holiday break on January 4!

Shown here: Crossville Inc. Porcelain Countertops, Northern Contours high gloss acrylic cabinet doors, Element Designs back painted glass cabinet doors with aluminum frames, Bertazzoni dual fuel range and hood and Franke stainless steel sinks and chef faucets

Our KBtribechat questions:

1.) Tambour, slats and reeded designs for texture on cabinetry and walls? Do you expect them to become more prevalent in 2023? Share design ideas you like!

2.) Do you expect more touches of wood included in kitchens and baths this year? What woods are popular and how are they being implemented? Share ideas you like!

3.) What about boxy range hoods? Will we be seeing more of them?

4.) Do you think styles are becoming more modern, maybe with a mid-century flair? Is transitional still common? Where are we heading?

5.) What decorative hardware trends will we see this year?

6.) Will we be seeing more indoor plants in our homes? Why or why not?

7.) Are full walls of backsplash going to continue this year? Share ideas you like!

8.) What do you think the predominant colors of the year will be for kitchens and bathrooms?

9.) What other design trends do you think we’ll see everywhere in 2023?

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July 13 at #KBtribechat – Kitchen Design :: A Mid-Year Review

Sponsored and Hosted by BEKO

Our KBtribechat questions:

Q1: What kitchen design trends have you seen this year that are here to stay? What needs to go?

Q2: What are some unique ways designers can implement more sustainable practices in kitchen design?

Q3: In 2022, what is the most frequent request you have had from clients redesigning their kitchens?

Q4: How do you believe clients come to a final decision on the appliances in their homes? 

Q5: Where are the kitchen appliance trends heading in the future?

Q6: If you could choose one favorite trend in kitchen design right now, what would that be? 

Q7: Share your favorite kitchen design from this year!

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August 11 at #KBtribechat – Kitchen Design: a mid-year review

This gorgeous, on-trend, contemporary kitchen features Crossville porcelain slab counters and walls in unpolished State of Grace, a Bertazzoni dual-fuel range and hood, Northern Contours high-gloss Acrylic cabinet doors and Franke stainless steel sinks + chef faucets.

Our discussion questions:

Minimalist, Timeless, Modern. What look do you see in today’s kitchens?

What materials are you seeing used in kitchen design?

 How are people customizing their kitchens?

How has technology impacted the look and feel of a kitchen?

What functional/practical trends are customers asking for in their design?

What’s desired today for kitchen lighting?

What overall looks are currently trending for kitchens? Share pics!

Another view – the pantry adds interest to the room with Element Designs stainless steel and back painted glass cabinet doors.

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The bar, featuring a Zephyr Presrv™ French Door Wine & Beverage Cooler, sits across the room from the kitchen, echoing the pantry design with additional Element Designs stainless steel and back painted glass doors on the upper cabinetry. Crossville porcelain slab counters and Northern Contours high-gloss acrylic cabinet doors on the base also connect this element with the kitchen.

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July 21 at #KBtribechat – We will be exploring Modern Farmhouse Style.

A design discussion!

Our KBtribechat Questions:

1.) Why is Modern Farmhouse style so popular?

2.) Define modern farmhouse style?

3.) How do you add farmhouse style to modern kitchens?

4.) What are your go to cabinet, countertop and backsplash choices for a modern farmouse vibe?

5.) What materials and finishes lend a farmhouse sense to a room? Share pics!

6.) Are there certain colors that help inspire the farmhouse feel? Share pictures and ideas you like for implementing modern farmhouse colors!

7.) What other tips do you have to create a modern farmhouse vibe in our interiors?

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June 23 at #KBtribechat – Updating Existing Kitchens and Baths

Insights from industry pros on updates that make a big impact!

Our KBtribechat questions:

1.) What are your mini-remodeling tips for updating existing kitchens?

2.) What kitchen updates can be done in a day?

3.) What if the kitchen is very old and outdated?

4.) How can existing bathrooms be updated with mini-makeovers?

5.) What bathroom updates can be done in a day?

6.) When is it worth saving your money for a major kitchen or bathroom remodel?

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5/12 at #KBtribechat – KBtribe weigh-in on desirable kitchen features

A design discussion!

Our KBtribechat questions:

1.) As influencers in the kitchen and bath industry, what are you recommending regarding the open plan concept with a kitchen island?

2.) What about kitchen countertops? What is your current thinking on desirable countertop materials and looks?

3.) Backsplashes have become spectacular. What looks are gaining traction?

4.) As trendsetters, what major kitchen appliance looks and features are must haves?

5.) What flooring looks and materials are in demand?

6.) How are you adding color to kitchens?

7.) Are you still mixing and matching metals? What works?

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November 11 at #KBtribechat – Covering the Hottest Trends in Remodeling

Sponsored and hosted by the Remodeling Show

Reimagined Online 2020 | #RemodelingShow | Remodeling Show 2020 | Nov 16-18 | remodelingshow.com

Out with the old, in with the new. As homeowners continue to spend significant time at home adapting to work, school, and leisure, it’s no wonder the remodeling market has not only bounced back… latest research shows continued growth through 2021. Material consideration and space selection, design harmony, color, project timing, and client rapport are vital to successfully “reimagining” a space. Let’s discuss trends in residential remodeling.


Please share your projects, your photos, and your ideas. We can’t wait to discuss inspired remodeling… together with you at KBtribechat!

Want to continue the conversation after KBTribechat? The Remodeling Show’s gone virtual in 2020. Join us November 16-18 for the Remodeling Show reimagined online. With content designed to strengthen your team… from design through production, there’s something worth learning… it’s more accessible (and affordable) than ever before. 20+ on-demand sessions, and 3 LIVE power-punching keynote events with notable names like Kermit Baker, Bruce Case, Victoria Downing, and more. Explore the full lineup >>

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Our KBtribechat questions:


1.) Let’s kick things off on a serious note. Like most sectors of the economy, the home improvement segment has been affected by the pandemic. In what ways has the remodeling industry been permanently changed?


2.) Business. For remodelers, firms or independent designers: What’s the first question you ask a potential client who’s looking to remodel?


a.) Flashback to 2019…. Was it the same first question?


3.) Emerging Trends in Luxury Kitchen Design. What trends in luxury kitchen & bath are you most excited about for 2021+? Share photos and specs!


4.) Backsplashes. Glass – mosaic – tile – ceramic, the list goes on. What backsplash materials are your favorite(s) to work with? Why? Does the ease-of-installation play a part? Bonus find: imaginative backsplashes that double as “wall art”…. seen any? Share!

5.) Let’s talk interior trim detail, specifically craftsmanship & style: How can transitional trim create visual interest through proportion? Does proportion = beauty? Is less always more?


6.) Color me fresh. Show us your most impactful use of color in/on an existing room or space from 2020. Exteriors, interiors, and everything in between. Before & after pics are encouraged!

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September 2 at #KBtribechat – Mixing Design Styles and Materials

Sponsored and Hosted by Element Designs.

The KBtribechat discussion questions:

1.) What are the most popular design styles that your clients are asking for?

2.) Personalization is an important part of today’s kitchen & bath designs and drives the demand for mixing design styles. What are some tips to customize a space in order to provide your customer with their ideal design style combination?


3.) Modern farmhouse is the quintessential design style combination, but there are so many options in addition to that. Share some of your favorite design style combinations!


4.) Some materials are selected for aesthetic reasons, some are selected based on functionality and some for both! What are your go-to material combinations when designing kitchens & baths and why?


5.) Are there any trending materials or finishes that you think are here to stay?


6.) How does budget effect your ability to mix design styles and materials?


7.) How have current life/ work trends affected your client’s material selections?

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June 17 at #KBtribechat – Kitchen Design Trends, a mid-year review

Sponsored and Hosted by GE Appliances

Monogram Statement Kitchen with Brass Finish Hood

 

From Timeless to Minimalist, we’re talking about the latest in kitchen design trends on Wed, June 17 at 2 pm eastern.  Bring your favorite looks, layouts and ideas to the upcoming Twitter Chat hosted by GE Appliances.

 

Monogram French Door Wall Oven

 

Our KBtribechat questions:

  1. Minimalist, Timeless, Modern. What look do you see in today’s kitchens?
  1. What materials are you seeing used in kitchen design?
  1.  How are people customizing their kitchens?
  1. How has technology impacted the look and feel of a kitchen?
  1. What functional/practical trend are customers asking for in their design?
  1. If you could start or reinforce one trend in kitchen design, what would it be?

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CAFE MULTI-DOOR REFRIGERATOR SHELF WITH COPPER ACCENTS

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New Year, New Trends! #KBTribeChat Travels to #IBS2020 to Discuss Home Building and Design Trends for 2020

An in person meet-up!

Wednesday, January 22
11am until noon
Booth C7548

Sponsored and Hosted by Whirlpool Corporation

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We’re on the road again, taking the tribe to Las Vegas for a live chat from the annual NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS), the largest annual light construction trade show in the world. Only at IBS can you connect with thousands of your home building peers, industry experts and manufacturers to exchange ideas, discuss challenges and access real business solutions.

IBS will return to the Las Vegas Convention Center, Jan. 21–23, where it will again co-locate with the National Kitchen & Bath Association’s (NKBA) Kitchen & Bath Industry Show® (KBIS) for the 7th annual Design & Construction Week® (DCW). The two shows are expected to host more than 2,000 exhibiting brands spanning over a million net square feet of exhibit space, for the largest annual gathering of the residential design and construction industry.

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Whirlpool Corporation (@WhirlpoolCorp) will be the official host for our annual in-person #KBTribeChat and networking event on Wednesday, January 22 at 11 a.m. PT/2 p.m. ET. Join us in the Whirlpool Corporation booth #C7548 for a discussion on the home building and design trends that will be IN and OUT in 2020.

As 2020 kicks off, it’s time to usher in a new year and decade of building and design trends. Whirlpool Corporation, the world’s leading manufacturer of major home appliances, develops and designs appliance innovations that are inspired by consumer insights and preferences in home design. Consumer focus fuels the company’s continued growth and strengthens its brand portfolio. As a result, Whirlpool Corporation is uniquely positioned, today and in the future, to deliver long-term value for homeowners and building industry professionals alike.

If you’re attending the show, come chat with us live at the Whirlpool Corporation booth #C7548 on Wednesday at 11am until noon to discuss the most prevalent home building and design trends, and what to expect for the year ahead. Attendees will get an exclusive tour of the Whirlpool Corporation booth as well as a special gift from the company’s KitchenAid brand. If you’re not at the show, you can still join the discussion by following the #KBTribeChat hashtag!

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To prepare for the discussion, here are our KBtribechat questions:

1. What new kitchen design trends are most popular today? What do you expect to see more of in 2020?

2. How are generational preferences influencing home building and design?

3. From high-end, luxury homes to small space living, what home styles are on the rise?

4. What colors and finishes do today’s homeowners want the most – and which ones have declined over the years?

5. Where do you think laundry room design headed?

6. Name one design trend you hope to see more of in 2020!

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