by Noah Taft | Jun 17, 2024 | KBB Collective Blog
What does a custom faucet made by artisan hands have in common with the self-check-out line at the pharmacy? If you said “nothing,” you’re correct. A recent experience got me thinking about the significant difference between human labor and inhuman machines. I was...
by posted by KBB staff | Jun 16, 2024 | Business & People News
LG Pro Builder, a division of LG Electronics USA, has signed a three-year agreement with Florida-based SimplyDwell Homes, delivering America’s most reliable line of appliances to their homebuyers, including at its new Broadleaf community in Parrish, Fla. Considered...
by posted by KBB staff | Jun 15, 2024 | Trends & Inspirations
Angi, a leading home services platform, released the results of a new survey of first-time homeowners that uncovers a surprising gap in homeowner knowledge regarding ongoing maintenance and repair costs. While many meticulously budget for the down payment and...
by Elizabeth P. Lord | Jun 14, 2024 | Business & People News
Embarking on a residential design and construction project can be a stressful and expensive endeavor for most homeowners, which can require a lot of empathy and patience from a designer. The client-designer relationship throughout these projects can become blurred, as...
by posted by KBB staff | Jun 14, 2024 | Business & People News
Interior designer Anastasia Casey (155k followers on Instagram) the force behind The Interior Collective Podcast, IDCO Studio, & Design Camp, has recently added another title to her list of accomplishments: Showroom owner. After noticing a hole in the market,...
by Leslie Clagett | Jun 13, 2024 | Products
Isla Porter, a new cabinetry brand, has launched its website and app for interior designers. The brand aims to facilitate the kitchen design process by providing custom, high-design cabinetry with the help of AI technology. This innovative startup streamlines interior...
by Chelsie Butler | Jun 12, 2024 | Podcasts
KBB recently got to know more about our 2023 KBB Product Awards Bathroom Product of the Year winner, Cold Plunge by Hydro Systems, during our From the Tap podcast. Kevin Steinhardt, the company’s vice president, discussed the research and development of Cold Plunge,...
by posted by KBB | Jun 12, 2024 | Business & People News
Cabinetworks Group, the country’s largest privately owned cabinet manufacturer, announced today that it has appointed Jeff Jackson as Chief Executive Officer. Jackson succeeds John Barkhouse, who has transitioned into an advisory role and will continue helping Jackson...
by Chelsie Butler | Jun 11, 2024 | Trends & Inspirations
Today’s kitchens are best described as central gathering places for family and friends. According to Tricia Zach, head of research for NKBA, kitchens are multifunctional spaces that play a vital role in the daily lives of many people. Homeowners are prioritizing the...
by posted by KBB staff | Jun 11, 2024 | Business & People News
BSH Home Appliances Corp., manufacturer of Gaggenau, Thermador, and Bosch branded kitchen appliances, announced the appointment of Darcy Clarkson as CEO of Region North America. In his new role, Clarkson joins BSH and is responsible for driving the company’s growth...