November/December 2024 contents 6 Editor's Note 8 KBIS Note 10 NKBA Note 44 Favorites 64 What's Hot in: kitchen sinks, toilets, laundry products, bath storage & organization 80 Last Word business & learning . 12 Wellness Movement How to create a sanctuary in the bath 14 Learning Corner NKBA's new Appliance Specialty Badge 16 Luxury Design Adding opulence at every budget 18 Smart Home Design Upping the ante on your expertise 22 Industry Challenges Avoiding costly project mistakes 24 All Abroad NKBA's Global Connect at KBIS 28 Closeup What's in and out in today's appliances 34 KBIS Coverage Your 2025 show guide to the not-to-miss happenings, exhibitors & products design & inspiration . 46 Trends What's new in multifamily living 50 Color Find A bathroom goes bold, blue & beautiful 52 Solutions Bold layout changes reflect the homeowners' lifestyle 56 Design With An industry pro transforms her own kitchen into a stunnding showroom space 60 Before & After A kitchen & bath undergo an epic transformation This and cover photo by John Cole 2 / NOVEMBER-DECEMBER 2024 p.76 Introducing KBB's 2024 Person of the Year p.72 A designer creates an imaginative, entertaining space for a D.C. kitchen Photo credit: Alena Capra Designs