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A Pasadena Loft Apartment Kitchen Gets a New Look

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  Pasadena Loft Apartment Kitchen We recently completed this sophisticated black and brass Pasadena kitchen in one of the hippest luxury loft buildings in town. This wasn’t the typical historical Pasadena residence that we are accustomed to designing.  I had never tackled a loft apartment kitchen and I’m always up for a  design challenge so I was immediately on board. Transforming an ordinary kitchen into a sophisticated modern loft kitchen with a moody attitude was right up my alley! Modern Pasadena Loft Kitchen – The “Before” This was one of the most  satisfying projects to date.  It was  a lot smaller space than we normally take on but it was a challenge, and those who know me, know I thrive when presented with a challenge. The high ceiling and industrial vibe was such a departure from what we normally do.  I was intrigued by the client’s vision that was both glamorous and edgy.  It was an exhilarating feeling to deliver what she envisioned for...
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Must-Have Kitchen & Bath Innovations from KBIS 2025

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  What Are the Most Functional Products for the Kitchen and Bath? Style gets all the attention, but in kitchen and bath design, function is just as crucial—if not more. In addition to covering the Top Statement Products for the Kitchen (as detailed in my previous post), judging the Best of KBIS at the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show this year gave me the opportunity to evaluate the "Most Functional Find" category. Our judging process was no quick decision. First, our panel of seven reviewed all submissions to select the finalists. Then, at KBIS, we split into teams to evaluate each product up close. Some solutions were so intuitive I wondered why they hadn’t existed sooner, while others showcased cutting-edge engineering in ways I never expected. Let’s dive into the standouts shaping the future of kitchen and bath functionality. Most Functional Kitchen & Bath Finds – The Winners Space Step by Blum – Gold Winner Who hasn’t awkwardly climbed onto a countertop or wobbled on ...
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Alcova Curated Trends for Heimtextil 2025

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Heimtextil 2025 Trends : A Glimpse into the Future of Textiles with Alcova Heimtextil 2025, held earlier this year,  showcased the latest innovations and trends in the textile industry. One of the highlights was Alcova's curated Trend Space , which explored the theme of "Future Continuous." This innovative exhibit examined how current trends regenerate ideas from the past. ALCOVA ABOUT Alcova, based in Milan, Italy and founded by  Valentina Ciuffi and Joseph Grima, is a renowned platform for independent and forward-thinking designers, companies, institutions, and researchers who are shaping the future of design.  Each year during Salone del Mobile (and for the last two years at Design Miami) Alcova assembles the key movers and shakers defining today's design culture by exhibiting  their groundbreaking work related to living spaces, products, systems, materials, and technological advancements. Alcova's Unique Approach Heimtextil 2025 witnessed a fresh perspective i...
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Top Statement Kitchen Products at KBIS 2025 – Award Winners & Trends

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What Are the Best New Statement Kitchen Products? Well, I just attended the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS), held annually in Las Vegas. This year was my 12th year attending, but it was different—I was tapped by the NKBA (National Kitchen and Bath Association) to judge the Best of KBIS awards. Each year, exhibitors submit their latest and most innovative products with hopes of winning the best in their category or Best in Show. I’ve written about kitchen and bath trends in the past, but this year, I had the opportunity to write from a different perspective. This year, one of the categories I judged was Statement Kitchen—the best new kitchen products designed to make an impact. While judges reviewed all submissions in December, only a select few made it to the finals. On the first day of KBIS, we visited each finalist to evaluate their products in person before deliberating and selecting the Gold and Silver winners. Below, I’m sharing the top statement kitchen products of KBIS 20...
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