Tag Archives: Outdoor Living

May 18, 2023 · 6:15 am

May 24th at #KBtribechat – Alfresco Kitchens and Dining Spaces

A design discussion!

Our KBtribechat questions:

  • How can alfresco dining be set up at home?
  • What are the must-haves in your outdoor dining space?
  • How can we combine an outdoor kitchen area and alfresco dining?
  • What cabinetry works well for outdoor kitchens?
  • Describe some basic design elements in an alfresco kitchen.
  • What role does color play in outdoor kitchen design?
  • What is your biggest fear when specifying an outdoor kitchen space?
  • Do outdoor kitchens increase a homes value?

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March 9, 2023 · 6:15 am

March 15 at #KBtribechat is all about Outdoor Living!

Our KBtribechat questions: 

Q1) What outdoor living trends are you seeing emerge this year?

Q2) What fun features are being included in outdoor spaces now?

Q3) What is needed to create a Work From Outside area?

Q4.) What is trending now with Outdoor Kitchens? (features, materials, appliances, looks) Share installations you like!

Q5.) What colors are popular for outdoor spaces this year? How would you incorporate them?

Q6.) How can we help transition from indoors to out? (flooring, doors, windows…)

Q7.) We are all excited to start cooking and entertaining outdoors when the weather warms. What recipes are you looking forward to?

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August 18, 2022 · 6:15 am

August 24 at #KBtribechat – Seamless Transitions from Indoors to Out

A design discussion!

Our KBtribechat questions:

1.) How can we beautifully ease the transition from an interior to an exterior living space?

2.) What are the benefits of opening up the home to the outside spaces?

3.) How can kitchens be opened up to the outside spaces?

4.) What about bathrooms? How can we open up outdoor spaces to be used from the bathroom?

5.) What are some of your favorite outdoor projects that blend interior and exterior spaces seamlessly?

6.) How can we bring nature inside, blurring the line even further?

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June 23, 2022 · 6:15 am

June 29 at #KBtribechat – Summer is here!

Our KBtribechat questions:

1.) What’s the recipe for designing an outdoor area fit for entertaining friends and family?

2.) What should an outdoor kitchen include?

3.) What are your go to tips for serving all those party foods?

4.) What inspiration can you share about entertaining guests in an outdoor setting at home?

5.) How do you make outdoor spaces festive?

6.) When asked to bring an appetizer, what do you bring? Share recipes!

7.) Please share what you bring when asked to bring a dessert?

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March 31, 2022 · 6:15 am

4/6 at #KBtribechat – All Things TILE, live from #Coverings2022

Sponsored and Hosted by Crossville Inc.

Tile is often the foundation of great design. From floors to walls and, now, so many surfaces in between, tile collections can truly define the look, feel, and function of spaces both inside and out. 

Join us as we gather with sponsor Crossville, Inc. to talk tile trends and ideas in conjunction with the annual Coverings Expo, North America’s largest show for the tile and stone industry.

In advance of the chat, get your photos ready to share! We want to see your tile designs during this inspiring conversation for our industry. 

Here is the question guide to help you prepare to share as we cover all things tile!


Q1 Let’s talk general tile trends—color/size/texture.

Q2 What’s in for outside? (Tile for pool decks, outdoor kitchens, etc)

Q3 What’re top tile styles for kitchens?

Q4 Share popular tile looks for baths.

Q5 Are you spec’ing tile for health/wellness design?

Q6 Any supply chain issues affecting your tile choices?

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March 17, 2022 · 6:15 am

March 23 at #KBtribechat –  Getting Ready for Outdoor Living

A design discussion!

Our KBtribechat questions: 

Q1: What outdoor living trends are you seeing emerge this year?

Q2: Water or Fire? If you have to choose, which would you include in your outdoor space? What are the benefits of each? Share ways you like to incorporate these elements.

Q3.) What is trending now with Outdoor Kitchens? (features, materials, appliances, looks) Share installations you like!

Q4.) What colors are popular for outdoor spaces this year? How would you incorporate them?

Q5.) What flooring choices can help transition from indoors to out?

Q6.) We are all excited to start cooking and entertaining outdoors when the weather warms. What recipes are you looking forward to?

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May 13, 2021 · 6:15 am

May 19 at #KBtribechat – Transitioning from Interior Rooms to Outdoor Spaces

A design discussion!

Our KBtribechat questions:

1.) How can we beautifully ease the transition from an interior to an exterior living space?

2.) What features are desired in today’s outdoor living spaces?

3.) What materials and products are you finding exciting for outdoor spaces today?

4.) What are some of your favorite outdoor projects that blend interior and exterior spaces seamlessly?

5.) How can we bring nature inside, blurring the line even further?

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March 25, 2021 · 6:15 am

Our March 31st #KBtribechat is all about Outdoor Living!

Our KBtribechat questions: 

Q1: What outdoor living trends are you seeing emerge this year?

Q2: Water or Fire? If you have to choose, which would you include in your outdoor space? What are the benefits of each? Share ways you like to incorporate these elements.

Q3.) What is trending now with Outdoor Kitchens? (features, materials, appliances, looks) Share installations you like!

Q4.) What colors are popular for outdoor spaces this year? How would you incorporate them?

Q5.) We are all excited to start cooking and entertaining outdoors this spring. What recipes are you looking forward to?

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May 28, 2020 · 6:15 am

June 3 at #KBtribechat – It’s Time to Enjoy Outdoor Living

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Our KBtribechat questions:

Q1.) As a result of everyone sheltering in place this spring, what outdoor living trends are you expecting to emerge this year?

Q2.)  What colors work well for outdoor spaces? Share fun ways to include them!

Q3.)  What is desired now for outdoor cooking areas? (features, materials, appliances, looks)

Q4.) Victory gardens are big this year. Do you grow produce at home? Share the ways you are doing it!

Q5.) How can we grow herbs and other produce inside the home? Share tips and ideas you like!

Q6.) We are all looking forward to warm weather and enjoying our outdoor spaces. What are your favorite refreshing summer drinks to serve and enjoy? Please share the recipes!

Q7.) What recipes are you looking forward to preparing this summer as you enjoy time outdoors with family and friends?

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March 5, 2020 · 6:15 am

March 11 at #KBtribechat – Outdoor Kitchens and Baths

A design discussion!

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Our KBtribechat questions:

Q1: What outdoor living trends are you seeing emerge this year?

Q2: What are the most desired features in today’s outdoor spaces?

Q3.) What are your favorite tips to create fun outdoor spaces with creature comforts?

Q4.) What is trending now with Outdoor Kitchens? (features, materials, appliances, looks) Share installations you like!

Q5.) Are you seeing bathroom features placed outdoors, especially in areas with warm climates? Showers? Bathtubs? Share pictures!

Q6.) Please share exciting outdoor products, materials or applications you have discovered. Why do you like them?

Q7.) What colors are hot this year for outdoor living?

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