May/June 2024 contents 6 Editor's Note 28 Favorites 44 What's Hot in: tubs, dishwashers, storage & surfaces 64 Last Word business & learning . 8 Happenings NKBA celebrates the new Thirty Under 30 class 10 Luxury Design Managing client expectations 12 Wellness Movement Staying healthy while busy at work 14 Smart Home Design Increasing client confidence in tech offerings 15 Industry Challenges Tips for monetizing your skill set 16 KBIS Coverage A look at bath, kitchen & luxury trends from the NEXTStage 18 All Abroad A special highlight on Salone del Mobile 2024 20 Closeup Today's kitchen & bath faucet & sink trends design & inspiration . 24 Trends Illuminating ideas for today's kitchens & baths 30 Color Find Bright blues & sunny yellow abound in this kitchen for chefs & travelers 32 Before & After Primary bath gets the royal treatment 34 Design With A pro creates her forever kitchen with bold moves 36 Dealer Dish A look inside the award-winning Bluebell Fine Cabinetry & Design Showroom 40 Solutions A kitchen reno becomes a whole-home project Cover photo by Katrina Wittkamp 2 / MAY-JUNE 2024 p. 58 A world-traveling family gets a kitchen with European style & improved efficiency p. 52 Eco-friendly solutions from NKBA's 2024 Sustainability in Kitchen & Bath Design Report