Soothing the Soul – Kitchen & Bath Design News

422 People have a lot going on. Stressful jobs, busy schedules, family commitments…the list is long. Anytime anyone can find a bit of calm from the chaos, it is a welcome break.  Oftentimes those ‘breathers’ occur in primary bathrooms, where a long soak in a sculptural tub or a rejuvenating shower under a cascade of ‘rain’ can melt away the stresses of a day. But these days, it isn’t only the bathroom where that transformation can happen. Instead, the entire primary ensuite serves as a refuge designed to make life not only easier, but more restful as well.  This month,…Continue Reading

Warm Welcome – Kitchen & Bath Design News

The bathroom, especially the master bath, is a place where designers can help homeowners create the personal refuge they crave. With the right sinks and faucets, designers can add a personal touch without hijacking the overall design of the space. A range of materials and finishes tailored to individual tastes helps them create just the right combination for each homeowner. “In general, homeowners want to showcase their personal style throughout every aspect of their home, which means bath products that are customizable will be trending in 2023 and likely into the future,” says Justin Storm, group product manager for House…Continue Reading

Bathroom industry experts offer their big trend predictions for 2024

Layering, vertical design, and multigenerational living will all be key trend drivers for the bathroom market in 2024, according to some of the industry’s prominent bathroom suppliers. Speaking to kbbreview at the Hotel Interiors Experience show last week, suppliers’ views on the future of the bathroom industry reflect some surprising emerging trends, alongside the expected continued popularity of colors and textures. Jorge Hernandez, group product and design manager at Bathroom Brands, believes that the next big trend will be layering materials and finishes together. “This also ties into the wider trend for personalization that we’ve been seeing,” he explained, “trends…Continue Reading

Entries are now open for kbbreview Retail & Design Awards 2024

Retailers, designers, installers and suppliers are now invited to get their entries in for the kbbreview Retail & Design Awards 2024. After this year’s glittering event at The Depot in Cardiff, the 2024 ceremony and gala dinner will take place at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole on Monday March 4, 2024, alongside the kbb Birmingham show. The awards are FREE to enter and all shortlisted finalists will get two free seats to the awards. What makes this year’s event even more special is that it marks the 30th anniversary of the kbbreview Retail and Design Awards. The categories you can enter…Continue Reading

40 Bathroom Tile Ideas For Showers, Floors, And Walls

Once upon a time, just a few years ago, all-white bathrooms seemed like the only stylish possibility for bathrooms. From the tiles to the porcelain, paint, and linens, white was the go-to. While we still love white, we’re expanding our horizons to the world of intriguing colors. These days, interior designers are opting for more unique bathroom looks. Because bathrooms are enclosed spaces, they provide an awesome opportunity for fun design featuring interesting colors, patterns, and materials. Among them, tiles can be a particularly impactful choice with seemingly endless options. Not only do you have to choose the tile material,…Continue Reading

Watch: Kentucky convenience store bathrooms transform into disco clubs

Subscribe | UPI Odd Newsletter Jan. 26 (UPI) — A chain of Kentucky convenience stores is attracting visitors and going viral online for an unusual feature: a button that turns the bathroom into a disco dance party. Six HOP Shops locations in Northern Kentucky have big red buttons installed in their bathrooms with a sign reading: “Do Not Push This Button.” Mary Moss, the manager at the HOP Shops in Walton, said a winking photo of the Hopper the Frog mascot on the sign is meant to indicate to customers that they should actually push the button, and its an…Continue Reading