January/February 2023 contents 6 Editor's Note 8 KBIS Note 10 Happenings 58 Favorites 60 What's Hot in: laundry, lighting, bath sinks & shower systems 80 Last Word business & learning . 16 Hot Topic A successful designer/client connection 18 Industry Challenges Building brand loyalty 20 Better Business Keeping clients' emotional interests in mind 22 Wellness Movement The power of acoustics in design 24 Luxury Design Opulence becomes more mainstream 25 Smart Home Design Increase your knowledge of connected offerings KBIS show directory KBIS 1 (after page 40) Your complete guide to the 2023 event design & inspiration . 30 Trends A look at 2023's most popular colors 36 Before & After Builder-grade kitchen gets a style makeover 38 Small Spaces Big Easy galley kitchen packs a punch 42 Solutions Teamwork makes the dream work 46 Wellness Design Home becomes a functional & calming oasis 50 Design With A couple chooses black & bold 54 Color Find Multiple hues abound in a California home Cover photo by Mary Pat Collins Photography 2 / JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2023 p. 74 A designer creates the dream kitchen and bath she and her family had always desired p. 68 The NKBA's predictions for the 2023 kitchen and bath trends p. 26 Industry pros look at what's ahead for remodeling and construction in the new year