NKBA announces 2011 best bath designs

The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) has announced the finalists in the 2011 NKBA Design Competition, honoring the best bath designs of the year.

Ridgewood-based designer Holly Rickert has won the first place in the Best Bathroom category. The bathroom space designed by her features river rocks surrounding the free-standing tub giving the space a relaxing spa feel. The space also features dark cabinetry and flooring to lend a modern touch. A large walk-in shower and water closet are carved out of a former guest room closet. Water tiles and a slide bar provide a rain shower and a traditional shower respectively. The shower space is defined by a curved wall that contains a drained planter and shampoo storage.

Best Before & After Bathroom category was sponsored by This Old House. The winner is Melissa Morgan Sutherland, CKD from Hermitage Kitchen Design Gallery in Nashville. Best Sustainable Bathroom category was sponsored by Kohler. The winner is Ines Hanl from The Sky is the Limit Design in Victoria, Canada. Budget-Friendly Bathroom category is sponsored by ServiceMagic. It was won by Scott Gjesdahl from Bristol Design & Construction in Lynnwood, Washington.

People’s Pick Bathroom was sponsored by HGTVPro.com. It was won by Holly Rickert from Ulrich, Inc. in Ridgewood, New Jersey. Category 6 Small Bathroom winners include Ellie R. Baker, CKD, CAPS, CGP; Brier, WA in first place; Scott Gjesdahl; Lynnwood, WA in second place; and Victoria Shaw, ARIDO; Pickering, ON in third place.

Category 7 Large Bathroom winners include First Place: Lori W. Carroll; Tucson, AZ; Second Place: Holly Rickert; Ridgewood, NJ; and Third Place: Victoria Shaw, ARIDO; Pickering, ON. Category 8 Master Bathroom winners include First Place: John A. Granato II, CKD; Syracuse, NY; Second Place: Elizabeth A. Rosensteel; Phoenix, AZ; and Third Place: Christine Salas, CKD, CBD; Calgary, AB.

Category 9 Showroom winners include First Place: Artur Leyzerov; Toronto, ON; Second Place: Areti Tanya Rentzos; Mississauga, ON; and Third Place: J. David Ulrich, CKD; Ridgewood, NJ.

The 2011 competition honours the top three designs in each of the nine categories, as well as special Best-Of award winners, from the nearly 500 entries received. Winning designs were announced at the Design Competition Awards event on 26 April 2011 during the NKBA’s Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

LG Readies Studio Series Kitchen Line

April 27, 2011

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LG Tuesday announced a new suite of kitchen products known as the LG Studio Series. The energy efficient line includes ranges, wall ovens, warming drawers, cooktops, hoods, microwave ovens, refrigerators, dishwashers and more, the company said. 

The line will show this week at the 2011 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) in Las Vegas. 

"The introduction of our Studio Series line gives consumers the opportunity to experience LG's cutting-edge core technologies packaged with award-winning style and design," Sam Kim, president of Home Appliances, LG Electronics USA, Inc, said as part of the announcement.

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"Studio Series represents LG's most premium appliances and offers an uncompromising approach to design and function that will create the ultimate kitchen experience in any home."

See the LG product page for more information. 

NanaWall® Kitchen Transition, New Trend in Kitchen Design, Introduced at 2011 Kitchen and Bath Show

NanaWall Systems, the leader in large opening glass walls for more than 25 years, announces its newest product for kitchen designers, remodelers and architects: the NanaWall Kitchen Transition. The NanaWall Kitchen Transition is a custom window-door combination that opens instantly to create an outdoor kitchen and a sense of spaciousness for everyday use or for entertaining. When closed, the NanaWall Kitchen Transition provides secure weather protection and durability in all climates from California to the Rocky Mountains.

The NanaWall Kitchen Transition turns one room into two rooms and is a stunning alternative to building both an outdoor kitchen and an indoor kitchen. With the NanaWall Kitchen Transition system, homeowners get the benefits of having an outdoor kitchen, or the expansive feel of being outdoors, without the extra cost and maintenance of special outdoor furniture, stoves, etc.

Mark R. LePage, AIA, LEED AP, partner at Fivecat Studio Architecture in Westchester County, N.Y., used the NanaWall to remodel a 1980's kitchen in Chappaqua, New York. The challenge: to create a kitchen that worked for family meals and could transition to accommodate larger gatherings for the homeowner's cooking school, "Marissa's Kitchen."

"The homeowner wanted a modern kitchen with a view to the yard and lots of natural light. In the summer, she entertains and often hosts large events. NanaWall is the perfect solution to address all of Marissa's requirements," said LePage. "We used two NanaWalls in order to allow the entire side of the house to open out onto the adjacent Ipe wood deck. When the NanaWalls are open, the entertaining space of the kitchen and adjacent family room more than doubles, allowing the homeowner to host very large events."

The window and door operate separately, but meet seamlessly to create a large opening glass wall up to 36 feet wide.

"With the NanaWall Kitchen Transition, certified kitchen designers and architects can have design flexibility to create indoor/outdoor kitchens and know their clients will benefit from exceptional performance for years to come," said Ebrahim Nana, president of NanaWall Systems. "The NanaWall Kitchen Transition is a great example of how NanaWall can create design solutions for remodeling or new homes. With the NanaWall Kitchen Transition, homeowners get two kitchens in one."

The NanaWall Kitchen Transition works with the NanaWall SL45 Aluminum, WD65 and WD66 Wood Systems. The wood system is available with more than 10 wood options including Lamboo (laminated bamboo), pine, spruce, beech, Douglas fir, oak, and sapelli mahogany. Aluminum systems are available in durable powder coating in a choice of more than 200 RAL Gloss or Matte colors.

About NanaWall Systems, Inc.

For more than 25 years, NanaWall Systems, Inc. has provided quality operable glass wall systems for large architectural openings, from 8 feet to 320 feet. Used in houses, condominiums, restaurants, stadiums, schools and more, NanaWall's precision-engineered opening glass wall systems are unrivaled in the industry for exceeding standards for air infiltration, water penetration, structural performance, hurricane protection and forced entry. Founded by engineers, all NanaWall systems are manufactured in the U.S. and Germany and include full service before and after sales including pre-ordering telephone technical support, accurate delivery schedules, factory-installed hardware, certified installers nationwide, and after-sales service. Nine of the NanaWall systems have been rated, certified and labeled in accordance with National Fenestration Rating Council 100/200. NanaWall Systems is the exclusive North American partner of Solarlux, Germany, the world leader in operable glass wall technology. For more information, videos or photos, visit www.nanawall.com, or see NanaWall on Facebook. On Twitter follow: @Nana_Wall.

About Fivecat Studio

Fivecat Studio is a residential architecture firm specializing in high-end small projects. You may learn more about Fivecat Studio at the firm's Web site, www.fivecat.com.

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The National Kitchen & Bath Association Launches New Website at Annual Kitchen & Bath Industry Show

NKBA.org Gives Members and Consumers Unmarked Online Resource and Experience

Press Release Source: The National Kitchen & Bath Association On Tuesday April 26, 2011, 9:05 am EDT

HACKETTSTOWN, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) has launched a new, dynamic website that will enhance the experience of both consumers and professionals through improved navigation and easy access to information. NKBA.org, the most comprehensive online resource, supports the business of NKBA members, while serving as the go-to online design resource for consumers. The new face of the NKBA will be formally launched this week at the 2011 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) in Las Vegas.

“The new NKBA.org features the latest trends and innovations in kitchen and bath design, which is a direct reflection of the NKBA brand and the work of our members,” stated 2011 NKBA President David Alderman, CMKBD. “Informed by the feedback of nearly 1,000 NKBA members and consumers, the new NKBA.org will make accessing information for members easier than ever, and will connect members to consumers seeking support with a kitchen or bath remodel project. As a primary resource for the kitchen and bath design industry, the new website uses best-in-class technology and strives to deliver the most comprehensive resources and tools available online.”

Showcased on the NKBA.org homepage, the refined “ProSearch” function connects consumers with NKBA members for specific needs. This feature allows consumers to easily find an NKBA member kitchen and bath professional in their area, offering company information for local NKBA members. For NKBA members, “ProSearch” provides an outlet to effectively market their business to consumers in the area seeking a kitchen and bath design or remodel.

NKBA.org is now organized into easy to use segments including “Dream,” “Design,” “Learn,” “Participate,” and “Member Center.” In addition, the website allows visitors to navigate by self-selecting as “Homeowners,” “Professionals,” or “Members.”

Homeowners visiting the NKBA’s new website can be easily inspired to create their very own dream kitchen through the featured “Dream” photo gallery showcasing NKBA member kitchen and bath designs, which includes designer information as well as a detailed list of all products used in the design space. Other consumer resources include information on hiring a designer or NKBA professional, and the free downloadableNKBA Kitchen Planner and NKBA Bath Planner used to guide homeowners through every step of kitchen and bath remodels. Consumers can also refer to the “Ask a Professional” section for first-hand, expert advice from NKBA professional designers on a variety of design aspects.

Design professionals can use the “NKBA Kitchen and Bath Planning Guidelines,” featured on the new website, to ensure safe and effective kitchen and bath planning for upcoming projects. The site also features education resources including industry statistics, certification information, and NKBA courses for professionals to further enhance their skills and knowledge.

The new NKBA.org provides an intranet portal specific to NKBA members where they can access privileged member information including marketing and business tools, career opportunities, education resources and NKBA chapter information. In addition, NKBA members have the opportunity to promote their business on the NKBA.org homepage as select kitchen and bath design images from the photo gallery are interchangeably featured.

To experience the NKBA’s enhanced website, visit NKBA.org. The NKBA’s online presence can also be found on Facebook and LinkedIn.

About the National Kitchen & Bath Association

The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) is a non-profit trade association with nearly 40,000 members that has educated and led the kitchen and bath industry for more than 45 years. NKBA.org provides consumers with an inspiration gallery of award-winning kitchen and bath designs, as well as articles, tips, and an extensive glossary of remodeling terms. At NKBA.org, consumers can also find certified kitchen and bath professionals in their areas, submit questions to NKBA experts, order complimentary kitchen and bath planners, and sign up for a free quarterly homeowner newsletter. To learn more, visit the NKBA Press Room atNKBA.org/Press or call 1-800-THE-NKBA (843-6522).

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Poggenpohl +Artesio - Room-In-Room

Room-In-Room

May 20, 2010 by Staff

Poggenpohl’s latest kitchen concept, +Artesio, was featured in the New York Times Home & Garden section. The +Artesio kitchen concept, created by star architect and designer Hadi Teherani, debuted at EuroCucina Milan Furniture Festival earlier last month.

“The customizable +Artesio system includes not only cabinetry but also walls, floors, dining furniture and an independent ceiling with built-in ventilation, lighting and sound, delivering what Elmar Duffner, Poggenpohl’s chief executive, called a “room-in-room solution” that would be ideal for a high-ceilinged loft. A wide range of material choices for the cabinetry — including laminate, wood, glass and leather — allows for further personalization.”

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The +Artesio will be available in January 2011 ranging in price from $25,000 to $64,000 For more information about the latest kitchen concept, please call (212)- 228-3334 or send us an email at info@us.poggenpohl.com.

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Latest Kitchen Trends In the UK– April 2011

Latest Kitchen Trends In the UK– April 2011

Replacement kitchen doors specialists kitchendoorworkshop.co.uk has just announced its latest kitchen trends for April.

Kitchen Door Workshop is the leading online supplier of replacement kitchen doors and over recent months has been closely monitoring the styles and colours  homeowners are choosing when replacing their kitchen doors.

"High gloss kitchen door colours are certainly the flavour of the month,” said Robert Clark. MD of Kitchen Door Workshop Ltd. “High gloss white is in number one place, however, high gloss black and high gloss red have made it into the top 10, which is very exciting”

“Replacement kitchen doors have become a very affordable alternative to replacing your whole kitchen,” said Robert Clark. “Because of this, people are now able to give their kitchen a makeover far more frequently than they may otherwise have done, as they can replace their kitchen doors and drawer for just £300 or £400.”

“This means people are far being more adventurous when choosing the style and colour of their next kitchen makeover.”

“Plain ‘slab’ style kitchen door styles such as Venice and Lincoln are leading the way, however Shaker style doors are still extremely popular, as they work well in both traditional and contemporary kitchens.”

Top 10 kitchen door colours

1. High gloss white

2. Super white ash

3. Satin white

4. Vanilla

5. Ivory

6. Alabaster

7. Beech

8. Lissa oak

9. High gloss rlack

10. High gloss red

Top 10 kitchen door styles

1. Venice

2. Shaker

3. Lincoln

4. York

5. Newport

6. Pisa

7. Warwick

8. Ashford

9. Canterbury

10. Roma