by KBB editors | Aug 9, 2024 | Business & People News
According to an article in The New York Times, Samsung has issued a voluntary recall of approximately 1.1 million slide-in electric ranges due to a risk of accidental burner ignition by humans or pets. The Consumer Product Safety Commission reports Samsung has...
by posted by KBB staff | Aug 9, 2024 | Business & People News
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Lothar C. Birkenfeld, a former Poggenpohl U.S. President and CEO (1996-2009), NKBA Hall of Fame Winner and dear friend to so many in the kitchen industry. Over the course of a remarkable 60-year career,...
by posted by KBB staff | Aug 8, 2024 | Business & People News
The Atlanta Decorative Arts Center (ADAC) is elated to announce the expansion of The Design Studios at ADAC, adding 17 designer and architect offices to the second floor, Southeast corner, of the 550,000-square-foot campus. The new suite of offices spans 12,500 square...
by Chelsie Butler | Aug 8, 2024 | Podcasts
In our most recent KBB From the Tap podcast, we talked with Alison Solar, owner of Solara Designs in New Hyde Park, N.Y., and founder of the Kitchen & Bathroom Design Academy. We discussed the importance of mentoring in our industry. Solar shared with us some of...
by Chelsie Butler | Aug 5, 2024 | Business & People News
Smart home technology promises a fusion of convenience, entertainment, security and safety. Yet, as interior designers, you understand the hesitation some homeowners may have about adopting such innovations with today’s smart tech offerings. Whether it’s a...
by Leslie Clagett | Aug 5, 2024 | Trends & Inspirations
We’ve connected with four thought leaders to see what’s in, out and holding steady in residential design trends in 2024. Here, Ariel Shuester, director of design at Artaic; Shae Wilder, manager of designer relations at BlueStar; Juan Reina, product development at RIVA...
by Jesse Collins | Aug 5, 2024 | KBB Collective Blog
When selecting white or black cabinet surfaces for the clean, minimalist look, homeowners could miss out on an opportunity to infuse their space with meaning. Despite the freedom and individuality designing with color offers, they might be hesitant to use color in...
by posted by KBB staff | Aug 5, 2024 | Award News
The Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturer’s Association (ASCER) announces the call for entry for the 2024 program of the Tile of Spain Awards of Architecture, Interior Design and Final Degree Project. This year marks 23 years of recognizing the use of Spanish ceramic...
by Chelsie Butler | Aug 5, 2024 | Sponsored
CERSAIE, the International Exhibition of Ceramic Tile and Bathroom Furnishings, will take place in Bologna, Italy, the heart of the Italian ceramics industry, from September 23-27, 2024. Founded in 1983, the exhibition attracts 100,000+ visitors from over 160...
by posted by KBB staff | Aug 4, 2024 | Business & People News
Deep River Partners is proud to announce that Bradley Hopper (shown above), AIA, has successfully passed all divisions of the Architect Registration Exams (AREs), becoming a licensed architect in the State of Wisconsin. Achieving licensure is a testament to Hopper’s...
