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In The August 2008 Issue

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Contents

Kitchen & Bath Design News

Part Museum of Modern Art, part Italian minimalism, the Urban Homes NY showroom displays a range of vibrant styles (See On With The Show).

Feature Articles

  • On With the Show
    Innovative showrooms hinge on the creativity of the layout, an intuitive understanding of the local marketplace and the spirit of small business.
    By Andrea Girolamo
  • Bonus Features
    Challenging economic times have motivated kitchen and bath dealers to explore avenues beyond traditional design services.
    By Anita Shaw
  • A Cut Above
    While countertop and island designs can provide a stunning focal point for the kitchen, the best projects are ones in which form follows function.
    By John Filippelli

Product Trend Report

  • Inviting Organization
    The desire to create simplified, organized retreats continues to drive trends in vanities, with furniture styling, custom interiors and clean lines among the hottest items.
    By Elizabeth Richards

Editorials

Bettering Your Bottom Line

Business Strategies

DPH Perspectives

Market Pulse

Industry Profiles

Book Marks

Appointments

Pro to Pro

  • Kitchen and Bath Specialists Debate Industry Issues
    Design pros discuss frameless cabinets, cabinetry displays, MDF center panels, undercounter lighting, hood ventilation, apron sink styles, sink cutting boards and refrigerator hinges, debate marketing tactics and cabinet installation, discuss finger joint issues and offer their best bath remodeling tips.

Project Case Studies

Showhouse Spotlights

Consumer Buying Trends

  • Homes Getting Smaller As Market Weakens
    As the housing market continues to weaken, and rising costs continue to impact consumers, the size of the typical U.S. home is declining, a new study by the American Institute of Architects reveals.

Industry Barometers & Stockwatch

  • Analysts Hint at Stabilization by Year End
    While the housing downturn is still underway, and both the general economy and consumer confidence remain fragile, some analysts are pointing to the first hints of market stabilization taking hold by the end of 2008.

Openings

Letters to the Editor

Industry Updates

Archives

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