Take aways from KBIS 2020

I’ve just returned from KBIS 2020 (Kitchen and Bath show) in Las Vegas. Though I can’t say much for Las Vegas (to my favorite place), I can say that there was LOTS to take in at the show.

A few take aways…

Color is back. There were lots of color offerings in sinks, tubs and of course, tile.

Technology has taken over. But you knew that. Yes, we have Smart Homes, but now your kitchen, baths and appliances are pretty smart as well. Automated faucets, refrigerators, ovens, you name it, you can find a smart version.

Bidet toilets are huge. Especially those with lots of automation. There were crowds at every display. Lids that lower and close automatically, night lights, music, seemingly endless options for washing and drying just he way you like it. It goes on. I guess we Americans are finally catching up to the Japanese on this.

And finally, there are more quartz offerings than the world can possibly consume.

My attitude may be a bit out of step, but are’t these just more things to go wrong and need servicing?

Giving Back to the Design Community, Podcast with Chris Do

What an honor it was to be interviewed with my friend and designer extraordinaire, Heather Crank on the The Futur with the one and only Chris Do. Chris was a presenter at Bend Design 2018 and in this podcast finds out how we make the magic happen.

How Much Does it Cost to Hire and Interior Designer?

I was recently interviewed for this article. The bottom line is hire the person that you feel will listen to you and help you realize your vision.

https://www.houzz.com/magazine/how-much-does-it-cost-to-hire-an-interior-designer-stsetivw-vs~112598632

The Psychology of Color

Why is it that some spaces induce a sense of calm, happiness and inspiration while others create distraction and discomfort? Surface color in your home has tremendous impact. Simply changing the colors we use in our space can have a lasting effect on our moods and thus our health.

Keep these color attributes in mind when selecting paint, furniture and accessories.

Blue: trust, power, confidence, loyalty, success, security and purpose

Purple: mystery, fantasy, imagination, royalty, spirituality, justice and art

Pink: femininity, creativity, respect, softness, gratitude, intuition and calm

Red: action, passion, energy, excitement, strength, adventure and love

Orange: optimism, enthusiasm, freedom, original, emotion, pleasure and youth

Yellow: joy, warmth, positivity, happiness, clarity, curiosity and fun

Green: nature, luck, harmony, loyalty, safety, prosperity and health

Podcast with Chris Martin

René Mitchell and I were interviewed by Chris Martin for his podcast “Getting Work to Work.” We talk about all things Bend Design and our professional lives. Take a listen.