Kitchen & Bath Business/KBISJanuary/February 2023 - KBIS43

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 2
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
LVCC: ROOM N-256
FORMAT: HYBRID
Custom Cabinetry, Trends and Techniques From Inside
the Wood Shop
Owen Madden, Rowan Woodwork
TRACK: BUILDING / REMODELING
In this session I will cover the intricacies of tailoring a mill work
package to the clients needs, from trending materials to integrated
systems to make it functional as well as stunning. Starting off I will
cover the main differences between custom, semi-custom and
stock cabinetry. After breaking down the basics we will dive into the
subtleties of functional design standards covering a wide range of
styles as well as materials. If you have ever wondered about leveling
up your kitchen or bath with a custom cabinet package this will leave
you with all the information you will need. This presentation from
" Inside the Wood shop " also means you will get a sneak peek into
some of the 2023 and 24 upcoming trends from the people hand
crafting the final product.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
LVCC: ROOM N-254
FORMAT: LIVE ONLY
PD COURSE: The Seven Deadly Sins of Lighting Layout
(and Seven Saintly Solutions of Lighting Design)
David K. Warfel, Light Can Help You
TRACK: DESIGN
Do you know the difference between lighting layout and lighting
design? If your projects are full of neat and tidy grids of recessed
downlights, you may be missing opportunities to help your clients
live their best lives - and missing solutions that will make your
projects look even better.
Dig into why downlights and sconces over a vanity make us look old
and decrepit and move beyond lines of recessed lights between the
kitchen island and counter. These and more make up the Deadly Sins
of Lighting Layout which can be thoughtfully countered by the saintly
solutions of lighting design. The catchy titles may sound flippant, but
the art, science, biology, psychology, and geometry of light bear a
closer look for your next project.
Join acclaimed presenter and lighting designer David K. Warfel for a
romp through the hall of shame of lighting layout and leave with a list
of design solutions you can put to work for your clients.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
LVCC: ROOM N-260
FORMAT: HYBRID
European Kitchen Furniture: What Matters Most
Bill Speights, nobilia North America
TRACK: GROW YOUR BUSINESS
Desire for the European Kitchen Furniture category continues to
grow in the North American market. Momentum for cleaner, more
modern design aesthetics is hot and here to stay! With the market
flush with appreciation for streamlined looks, what are the biggest
differentiators in delivering what customers want from start to
finish? It's not what you see on the outside, but rather the processes
behind the scenes that count the most. Join Bill Speights, SVP of
nobilia North America, the world's largest manufacturer of European
Kitchen Furniture, as he breaks down key topics to understand and
consider. It begins with evaluating the type of materials being used
to make today's kitchen and bath components. It continues with why
European innovation leads the curve in construction. It concludes
with processes essential in the " final mile " - logistics and installation.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
LVCC: ROOM N-247
FORMAT: HYBRID
5 Reasons Why Zero-Joint Edgebanding is the Future
of Kitchen Design
Jesse Collins, Mark Kraus, REHAU
TRACK: DESIGN
As a designer or showroom selling kitchen, bath or closet cabinetry, a
small, but mighty detail known as edgebanding is important to understand
- not only for the quality and appearance of the cabinetry, but also for
durability, environmental and health considerations. Many showrooms
have even begun to produce their own panels with zero-joint edgebanding
(in shop) to control the look and quality of their work. This presentation
will focus on the benefits of zero-joint edgebanding - what it is, and how
you can expand your business with it. Whether you'd like to gain more
residential or commercial customers, zero-joint edgebanding will give your
product a first-rate finish that elevates your designs.
There are several options for edgebanding adhesion, including EVA
glue, PUR glue, pre-coated, glue-layer edgebanding and zero-joint
edgebanding. While more than 80 percent of the market uses EVA glue,
which is readily available and affordable, zero-joint edgebanding is
becoming a notable alternative to glue adhesives.
Zero-joint edgebanding provides you with the potential to win
new projects in not only residential spaces, but also in healthcare,
educational and retail facilities, allowing you to diversify your project
portfolio and customer base.
From homes to hotels, wherever appearance is at a premium, zerojoint
edgebanding offers a seamless, integrated look with no glue line.
For high-maintenance buildings such as hospitals, schools and shops,
forgoing the glue and choosing zero-joint edgebanding allows for a
much more hygienic, easily cleanable product that meets necessary
non-PVC specifications.
We will also explore the styles available in edgebanding and what is
trending in the market including some cutting edge technologies such
as Duo-gloss which is a combination of different gloss levels on the
same edge band and the ability to adjust finish color and grain pattern to
match any surface.
So say goodbye to glue lines and join us for this informative look at what
edgebanding is and how to profit and improve your designs with it!
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