Kbdn » K/BIS 2006 http://www.kitchenbathdesign.com/blog Welcome to Kitchen & Bath Confidential, KBDN's blog and podcast feature. Here you’ll find the latest news, observations and insights -- in both written and audio format -- from Barbara Capella Loehr, Editor of KitchenBathDesign.com. Thu, 01 May 2008 20:39:04 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.3.3 en © 2003-2006 james.ziller@cygnusinteactive.com () james.ziller@cygnusinteactive.com 1440 Welcome to Kitchen Bath Confidential, KBDN’s blog and podcast feature. Here you’ll find the latest news, observations and insights — in both written and audio format — from Website Editor Barbara Capella Loehr. james.ziller@cygnusinteactive.com No no http://www.kitchenbathdesign.com/blog/wp-content/plugins/podpress/images/powered_by_podpress.jpg Kbdn http://www.kitchenbathdesign.com/blog 144 144 K/BIS - Day 3: Conclusion http://www.kitchenbathdesign.com/blog/2006/04/24/kbis-day-3-conclusion/ http://www.kitchenbathdesign.com/blog/2006/04/24/kbis-day-3-conclusion/#comments Mon, 24 Apr 2006 15:39:47 +0000 jfisher http://www.kitchenbathdesign.com/blog/2006/04/24/kbis-day-3-conclusion/ On Sunday, K/BIS came to a close, with exhibitors packing up and attendees scurrying to the airports. Barbara recorded some final thoughts on her way to the show. Click Play to listen.

Here are some of the highlights:

New outdoor living concepts were introduced, including a gas/charcoal grill that doubles as a cooking island.

Jack Ulrich discussed applications for nano-technology in the kitchen, such as refrigerator doors that become transparent at the push of a button.

Mary Yearns of Hera Research focused on designing for baby boomers as they age.

At K/BIS, KBDN editor, Janice Costa completed a video satellite tour of 30 countries. Look for her on your local news channel. Don’t forget to look for her book, Everything and the Kitchen Sink at KitchenBathDesign.com

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Depicted here is the show floor in front of the Eljer booth.

]]> http://www.kitchenbathdesign.com/blog/2006/04/24/kbis-day-3-conclusion/feed/ 00:01:01 On Sunday, K/BIS came to a close, with exhibitors packing up and attendees scurrying to the airports. Barbara recorded some final thoughts on her way ... On Sunday, K/BIS came to a close, with exhibitors packing up and attendees scurrying to the airports. Barbara recorded some final thoughts on her way to the show. Click Play to listen. Here are some of the highlights: New outdoor living concepts were introduced, including a gas/charcoal grill that doubles as a cooking island. Jack Ulrich discussed applications for nano-technology in the kitchen, such as refrigerator doors that become transparent at the push of a button. Mary Yearns of Hera Research focused on designing for baby boomers as they age. At K/BIS, KBDN editor, Janice Costa completed a video satellite tour of 30 countries. Look for her on your local news channel. Don't forget to look for her book, Everything and the Kitchen Sink at KitchenBathDesign.com . . . Depicted here is the show floor in front of the Eljer booth. Barbara Capella Loehr, Design Trends, K/BIS 2006, Podcasts james.ziller@cygnusinteactive.com no No K/BIS - Day 2 http://www.kitchenbathdesign.com/blog/2006/04/22/kbis-day-2/ http://www.kitchenbathdesign.com/blog/2006/04/22/kbis-day-2/#comments Sun, 23 Apr 2006 03:16:19 +0000 jfisher http://www.kitchenbathdesign.com/blog/2006/04/23/kbis-day-2/ Saturday was a busy day on the K/BIS show floor and Barbara was there to record her observations and insights. Click the Play button to listen.

Here are some of the highlights:

Finishes were a hot topic this year, including antique metals and stainless steel.

Appliances rated for outdoor use, as well as indoor versions of outdoor products — such as grills — were also popular.

Health, wellness and sustainability were major themes, as evidenced by eco-friendly appliances.

At the NKBA Business Luncheon, Dr. Andrew Tuck discussed market segmentation, collaboration between dealers, designers and manufacturers, and the service-based aspect of the high-end kitchen/bath market.

At the MasterBrand booth, industry icon and KBDN contributor Ellen Cheever announced results of the Real Deal survey and offered her impressions on how to meet the demands of baby boomers, gen-x’ers and more.

Jentle Pet Spa

MTI Whirlpools’ Jentle Pet Spa for dogs — and cats. Here, Mick is getting gently toweled off by Gail Meyers of Chicago-based Animal Talent after helping demonstrate the product.

We apologize for the earlier spelling error. Jentle Pet is spelled with a ‘J,’ not a ‘G.’

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Here is the the KBDN booth, a hive of activity throughout the show.

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Here are some of the highlights:

Induction cooktops were introduced at both the Bosch and Electrolux events.

Bosch announced their sponsorship of the Green House Exhibition at the National Building Museum.

The ‘W’ Network’s Candice Olson announced a $150,000 contest for designers and architects who use the new Thermador Freedom Line products in their kitchen designs.

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On display at the Electrolux booth was a kitchen by Carter Oosterhouse from TLC’s Trading Spaces.

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A view of the show floor from the central cafe.

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]]> http://www.kitchenbathdesign.com/blog/2006/04/20/pre-show-excitement/feed/ Stay Tuned http://www.kitchenbathdesign.com/blog/2006/03/15/stay-tuned/ http://www.kitchenbathdesign.com/blog/2006/03/15/stay-tuned/#comments Wed, 15 Mar 2006 23:29:33 +0000 christopher.meister http://www.kitchenbathdesign.com/blog/2006/03/15/stay-tuned/ Welcome to KBDN’s Audio Blog, featuring live reports from the Kitchen/Bath Industry Show & Conference (K/BIS), April 21-23 at McCormick Place, Chicago, IL.

Starting Thursday, April 20, and throughout the conference, we’ll be posting audio, pictures and text, live from the show floor. Check back each day for the latest products, trends and happenings.

You may also sign up to receive informative daily eNewsletters at www.KitchenBathDesign.com

We hope you’ll join us online - it’s the next best thing to being there!

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