by Natalia Pierce CMKBD, WELL AP | Jul 20, 2026 | Trends & Inspirations
After more than two decades in the kitchen and bath industry, I have witnessed remarkable changes in how we design homes. We have embraced universal design, sustainability, smart home technology, aging-in-place strategies, energy efficiency, wellness trends and an...
by Michael A. Wright CKBD | Jul 20, 2026 | KBB Collective Blog
In a recent project, what began as a conversation about lighting evolved into something far more meaningful, a custom chandelier that tells the story of a family’s life, one bottle at a time. The client had spent more than thirty years saving wine bottles from...
by Carrie Whitney | Jul 20, 2026 | Business & People News
Fittings Metal Collection, founded by James and Darlene Justice of Architectural Justice, has officially broken ground on a new 24,000-sq.-ft. manufacturing facility in Medina, Ohio, marking a major milestone in the company’s continued expansion. Located on the...
by Carrie Whitney | Jul 19, 2026 | Business & People News
Bellacor announced the launch of its completely redesigned website, marking a significant evolution for the premium home furnishings and lighting retailer. The new Bellacor.com experience introduces a refined digital destination where design professionals and...
by Carrie Whitney | Jul 18, 2026 | Business & People News
Two designers have recently joined the Miele Masters program — Chad Dorsey, principal, Chad Dorsey Design, and Kristin Harrison, founder and principal, Georgia & Hunt Design House. Following the successful launch of the two-year designer partnership program in...
by Chelsie Butler | Jul 17, 2026 | Event News
As we start building our KBIS 2027 coverage, I wanted to share a complimentary Call for KBIS Products opportunity for editorial consideration in KBB – the Official Publication of KBIS. Each year, designers, specifiers, dealers and other industry professionals turn to...
by Carrie Whitney | Jul 17, 2026 | Business & People News
The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and LIXIL Corporation (LIXIL) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU), establishing a framework for collaboration and cooperation aimed at solving water and sanitation challenges in developing countries. The MOU was...
by Carrie Whitney | Jul 16, 2026 | Business & People News
Houzz Inc., the AI-driven, all-in-one software for construction and design, released the Q3 2026 U.S. Houzz Pro Industry Barometer. The report finds that construction and design professionals are entering Q3 with optimism despite ongoing economic pressures and mixed...
by Carrie Whitney | Jul 14, 2026 | Award News
The Fantini Design Awards, a competition presented by Fantini USA, celebrates the best of North American design inspired by water and created by you. Fantini invites all architects, designers and developers to submit their eligible projects for consideration. The...
by Leslie Clagett | Jul 13, 2026 | Trends & Inspirations
During Milan Design Week, architectural landmarks, museums, showrooms and shops in every neighborhood welcomed visitors with challenging, creative installations. Here’s a look at some of the immersive environments. The Gaggenau installation (above), “Presence,”...
