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The use of cutting-edge technology for project design, client relations, management and marketing has become far more prevalent throughout the kitchen and bath design community since the onset of COVID-19 [...]

When asked to point to what might set a winning project apart from the crowd, the judges of the 2022 Kitchen & Bath Design Awards were unanimous in their answers: [...]

CHICAGO--Initially flummoxed by ongoing disruptions in shipments of products and raw materials, kitchen and bath design pros say they have implemented an array of common-sense tactics to mitigate the impact [...]

HACKETTSTOWN, Ni--The National Kitchen & Bath Association has named the winners of its annual Design + Industry Awards, aimed at 'shining a spotlight on the design professionals whose work is [...]

The appearance of kitchens and bathrooms create impression on buyers, and sellers focus on this aspect by choosing themes that appeal to buyers, including color, lighting and illumination. Other kitchen and bath features include storage, environment-friendly designs, and easy customization.

Gregory and Cheryl Winer found their 1960s ranch five years ago, after searching quite a while for a home with mid-20th-century modernism but without character-altering updates or modifications to the [...]

Kitchen and bath designers have long drawn inspiration from architectural and design styles from around the world, as have those consumers who were lucky enough to travel abroad on a [...]

When it comes to master bath remodeling, comfort is certainly king, but many kitchen and bath designers are now finding that they must keep their 'eyes on the size,' as [...]

Designers often create rooms based around specific objects, colors or patterns. This year's Design Idea Center (DIC), however, has added a more personal touch as the personalities of well-known celebrities [...]

Architect Thom Greene and interior designer Rick Proppe, specialists in historic renovation suggests tips to redecorate the house of Jennifer and Joe Shanahan, located in a 12-block historic district of Andersonville, North Chicago. However, making exterior repairs and imbuing all the rooms with a cohesive Arts & Crafts flavor, the couple wanted a spalike master bath with a walk-in shower and more counters and storage in the kitchen.

If you dismiss green design as a niche market or passing fancy, think again. Last month no less an authority than the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) accepted a [...]

Addison's The place to go if you're renovating your Victorian row house, Jim Addison's plumbing emporium-cum-museum stocks both reproduction and mint-condition period fixtures. Be prepared for a good ramble: the […]

A popular saying tells us to think globally, act locally. When it comes to making kitchen and bath design environmentally friendly, the first priority should be the space within the [...]

As a city grows and develops, kitchen and bath designers located there face infinite potential for new clients and business opportunities. According to the National Association of Homebuilders (NAHB), residential [...]

Creativity and attention to detail appear to be two primary components in kitchen and bath design today. Many homeowners are beginning to stray away from conventional style by utilizing unique [...]

Forward-thinking design is defined in many ways. While technological advancements are a big part of innovation, creativity is often found when the materials, shapes and colors we've always known are [...]

A profile on four unique kitchen and bath projects are presented, highlighting the innovative materials and construction techniques used by the custom builder to achieve the specific aesthetic and functional needs of the customer. The kitchen projects were especially difficult to construct since the kitchen projects needed to incorporate a number of functions that were unique to the customer. The uniqueness of the bath project was in the use of materials and the way these materials were harmonized to achieve a unique look.

There is little real innovation in the kitchen and bathroom fittings market, with most design reacting to current fashions. The bathroom fittings industry is dominated by the 'period' bathroom suite and there are some comprehensive and authentic ranges offered by B C Sanitan. Ideal Standard's Chloe range offers bright primary colours in a contemporary style. Some manufacturers offer space-saving baths and water saving features. Acrylic and composite sinks are dominating the kitchen market and a new three way tap system is offered by Franke.

There are no rules to kitchen and bath design and construction. Customers can choose from a wide variety of motifs and fixtures for the kitchen and the bathroom. The most popular of the kitchen style trends is the retrospective style which combines modern kitchen equipment with an old-fashioned kitchen appearance. Retrospective bath designs are also used in creating an innovative and distinct bathroom appearance.

A cooktop on a tiny kitchen island...with no room to set down hot pots and pans. A big window above the tub...so the neighbors can peek in. Whirlpool baths that […]

A portfolio of innovative designs for kitchens and bathrooms is presented. The designs feature products and materials, such as concrete, that will set trends in the home construction industry.

A select group of manufacturer co-sponsors feature the latest offerings of the design, construction and materials for the kitchen and bathroom. They include Jado, Amana, St. Thomas Creations, Pearl Baths, Inc. and U-Line Corp. Manufacturers have expanded their offerings in recent years to lead the kitchen and bath marketplace and to keep pace with sophisticated consumers., The design, materials and construction of these two most-critical areas of the home have never been better or more vibrant. Once carved-in-stone verities (the kitchen work triangle, freestanding ranges and [...]

1. Ample work surface next to cooktop. 2. Counter connects cooktop to sink and dishwasher, for easier clean-up. 3. Serving bar doubles as clean-up space next to sink. 4. Refrigerator […]

If you've only enough money for a little glitz, say the sales sages, save it for the kitchens and baths. "They're the two rooms that most consistently make or break […]

When it comes to kitchens and baths, today's affluent buyers want to be pampered. So give them a rich blend of comfort and convenience: sumptuous, easy-care materials. Custom detailing. And, […]

Wet rooms are fertile ground for design creativity, because they play such a critical role in selling new homes and upgrading the value of old ones. The smallest detail can [...]

COMBINING SPECIAL FEATURES CREATES BUYER APPEAL Whether building new (as in the bathroom above) or remodeling (as in the kitchen at left), close attention to details will transform reluctant consumers [...]

Kitchens and baths are still a new home's strongest selling points. But today's buyers seek a budget-minded blend of value and style. So why waste money on extravagant finishes and […]

Pb Elemental Architecture's kitchen design for a house in the suburbs features elevated windows of the street side to let light in and let occupants get a view of the site's taller landscaping but still maintain their privacy. The bathroom of the house has a three-sided, floor-to-ceiling enclosure that serves as the room's core. Other features of principal architect Chris Pardo's designs are discussed.

When people comare a model nome's master bath to a favorite resort s a, the builder has hit upon a feature that can truly captivate buyers. That kind of atmosphere [...]

Right Mountainside at Panther Valley, Allamuchy, N.J., offers townhouses for two-income couples without children. Shown is the kitchen of the Vail unit, 1121 square feet priced at $150,000. Eat-in kitchen [...]

UNIVERSAL DESIGN: The design of products and environments to be usable by all people, to the greatest extent possible, without the need for adaptation or specialized design. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Universal [...]

QUESTION Yesterday, I had my calendar reminder pop up to check the links to my Web site from the National Kitchen & Bath Association and several other Web sites. I [...]