by posted by KBB staff | Dec 3, 2024 | Business & People News
Miele, the world’s leading manufacturer of premium domestic home appliances, has officially commenced production at its first-ever US-based production plant. Located in Opelika, Alabama, the facility has begun producing its Generation 7000 built-in ovens, designed...
by Chelsie Butler | Dec 2, 2024 | Projects
It took a global pandemic to influence our opinions on the importance of health and wellness in our spaces. Most homeowners now insist on this, and it comes in a variety of forms, including improved air quality. Proper ventilation choices in the bathroom can mitigate...
by Chelsie Butler | Dec 2, 2024 | Sponsored
As KBIS 2025 gets closer, KBB is taking a deeper dive into long-time exhibitor TOTO’s environmental mission. We spoke to Jarrett Oakley, director of marketing, about the company’s core values and received details on TOTO’s sustainable products. Since 1917, the brand’s...
by Jesse Collins | Dec 2, 2024 | KBB Collective Blog
Embracing blue hues through kitchen cabinetry can transform any space, offering versatile design possibilities from serene azure to bold navy. These shades elevate backsplashes, accents and metals, creating unexpected yet beautiful combinations – perfect for the heart...
by Leslie Clagett | Dec 2, 2024 | Business & People News
Whirlpool Corporation is expanding its Feel Good Fridge program by engaging HelloFresh, the world’s leading meal kit company, and Total Quality Logistics (TQL), one of the largest third-party logistics firms in North America. Launched by Whirlpool Corp. in 2021,...
by Leslie Clagett | Dec 2, 2024 | Business & People News
Elementary students in Bradenton, Fla. participated in a “My Favorite Home” art contest sponsored by Neal Communities, taking an architectural approach to the contest. After Hurricanes Helene and Milton ripped through the region, the students have taken a step back to...
by posted by KBB staff | Dec 1, 2024 | Business & People News
Dura Supreme Cabinetry recently celebrated its 32nd annual Kids Switch Day with a record-sized class of 30 students. What started out as a Cub Scout project in the early 1990s, in November of 1992, is now a highly anticipated company event every year. Each year 5th...
by posted by KBB staff | Nov 30, 2024 | Business & People News
Confindustria Ceramica (The Italian Association of Ceramics) and the Italian Trade Agency are excited to announce that the Ceramics of Italy Tile Competition is officially accepting submissions for its 2025 North American edition. This prestigious, long-running awards...
by posted by KBB staff | Nov 27, 2024 | Business & People News
Louisville Tile Distributors, Inc., one of America’s largest and longest-tenured distributors of ceramic tile and related products, is excited to announce the expansion of its Architecture & Design team with the addition of two talented individuals. Charli...
by Leslie Clagett | Nov 26, 2024 | Trends & Inspirations
According to the Pew Research Center, the number of people living in homes with multiple generations has doubled over the last 50 years, totaling 18% of the population. And that percentage continues increasing, signaling designers and architects would be well-advised...