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September 29 at #KBtribechat – Modern Glam for Kitchens and Baths

A design discussion!

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Our KBtribechat questions:

1.) How would you define Modern Glam and what are some of your favorite materials and accents used when designing in this style?

2.) The essence of a Modern Glam space lies within the details, finishes, and materials used. What details or requests are you seeing become more popular among your clients and designs?

3.) It’s not just kitchens, we are seeing a rise in popularity and demand for Modern Glam bathrooms too. What elements best make up a Modern Glam bathroom?.

4.) Lighting plays a key role in defining any space, but how does a Modern Glam design and style influence that role?

5.) There is no one specific color palette or material that makes up Modern Glam cabinetry. What styles and features are ideal for cabinets in a Modern Glam space?

6.) Backsplashes are often a primary visual that serves as a focal point in a kitchen. How do you see the Modern Glam style reflected in today’s backsplash designs and materials?

7.) Even Modern Glam can be done on a budget. What are some easy and affordable ways to add or DIY Modern Glam details into a space?

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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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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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on Wednesday, October 23

from 2 to 3pm eastern

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May 15 at #KBtribechat – Contemporary Kitchens

A design discussion!

This week we will be pinning to our KBtribechat group board – Contemporary Design.

Our KBtribechat Questions:

1. How is a contemporary kitchen design defined?

Please share images of contemporary kitchens you like!

2. What are the trends in contemporary kitchens?

3.  What role do countertops play in contemporary kitchen design?

4. How does appliance design support contemporary kitchen design?

5. What role does color play in contemporary kitchen design?

6. Describe some basic design elements in contemporary kitchen design.

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from 2 to 3pm eastern

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Contemporary Kitchen Design!

As a lead in to Dwell on Design, we are excited to be discussing the latest in modern design.

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Host Susan Serra will be leading this discussion for our June 19, 2013 kbtribechat.  Join us from 2 to 3pm eastern time on Twitter by adding #kbtribechat to your tweets!
Here is the Pinterest board for Susan’s kbtribechat.

Susan has submitted these questions for our group discussion:

1. How is a contemporary kitchen design defined?   

2. What are the trends in contemporary kitchens?  

3.  What role do countertops play in contemporary kitchen design?  

4. How does appliance design support contemporary kitchen design? 

5. What role does color play in contemporary kitchen design? 

6. Describe some basic design elements in contemporary kitchen design.

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Susan Serra, award winning designer, Certified Kitchen Designer (CKD) and Aging in Place Specialist (CAPS), has owned and operated a kitchen design firm for over 20 years. Susan is an industry brand consultant, speaker and a passionate observer of kitchen and bath sociological and product trends. A go-to source for the media on kitchen design, Susan has been featured over the years in Meredith publications, Oprah.com, HGTV, NY Times, LA Times, appearances on Martha Stewart radio and many other media outlets. Susan is founder of www.BornholmKitchen.comwww.ScandinavianMade.com and authors the blog,www.TheKitchenDesigner.org
Here is the transcript for this kbtribechat.

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