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"Water conservation is a very important issue
to pay attention to, since it is turning into the
biggest megatrend for our world," said Strang.
"Water is becoming more and more precious."
The average American shower uses 17.2 gallons
and lasts for 8.2 minutes at an average flow rate
of 2.1 gallons per minute, according to HomeWaterWorks, a project of the Alliance for Water
Efficiency. Replacing a showerhead with a more
efficient model helps, but the biggest issue is duration. Here, the most significant innovations are
thermostatic valves that help regulate temperature
and reduce waiting time and push-button technology for easy on-off capabilities.
"The underlying thermostatic technology in
the shower is paramount, regardless of whether it
includes a digital interface or not," said Jeff Sliverstein, president and CEO of California Faucets, explaining that this technology allows for
a consistent water temperature. "Thermostatic
technology has increasingly replaced pressurebalance technology for all the obvious reasons,
including flexibility, true temperature control and
enhanced safety."
In addition to saving water, fixtures that save
electricity are always on the rise. A programmable
thermostat for a heated floor allows clients to leave
the floor unheated when not in use, and vent fans
with timer switches allow the homeowner to leave
the room knowing the fan will shut off on its own.
"Since the typical bathroom is used only for
a couple hours a day, it is important to our customers that they can turn fixtures off when not in
use," said designer Candice Buchanan of Corvallis, Ore.-based Corvallis Custom Kitchens &
Baths. "Timer switches and heated towel bars
are all popular options."

Trends
"Our customers don't want to sacrifice superior
quality and ease of use for all the extra bells and
whistles,"said Abbas Poonawala, sales manager at
Isenberg Faucets, who added that the push-button
is replacing handles in bathroom fixtures from
toilets to faucets to showers."Bathers want to step
into the bath or shower and turn the water on with
a simple push of a button and enjoy - without the
added stress of having to work for the experience."
Visual cues for hot and cold water, like lit-up
showerheads, work alongside digital controls for
personalized and simple usage. Showers can be
remotely activated for a set time, and pre-set features - like certain showerhead patterns or chromotherapy preferences - are meant to make the
experience as easy as working a smartphone.
PLEASURE IN PERSONALIZATION

Often inspired by the intuitiveness of the smartphone, bathroom technology today goes beyond
TVs in mirrors or color-changing faucets. Technology is adaptable; the ability to customize a
product has become a requirement.
"The personalization process of ordering the
product is extremely important, as customers
are looking for the fun element of the shopping experience," said Birch. "Being able to

choose features, customize details and personalize a product will make the customer feel
good about their purchase decision."
While simply purchasing a product for the
bath gives customers a slew of options from
colors to materials, more manufacturers are
making it possible for clients to customize their
experience with the product after purchase.
"With the use of technology, the sky is the
limit when it comes to possibilities," said Martin Siwy, vice president of sales and marketing
for ThermaSol, who added that the best part
of all this customization is when it is all controlled from a single device.
According to Orellana, this focus on customization will eventually lead to voice-activated controls in the bath, along with the increased use of
smartphone technology like wireless connectivity
and swipe-touch control screens. Since Sony has
just introduced the first waterproof smartphone in
2014, touchscreen technology in the shower is in
the works. Siwy also adds that the bathroom of the
future could come equipped with shower curtains
off of which the news can be read or floors that can
change their texture.
"I know some of this sounds like an episode of the Jetson's, but just remember that
the Jetson's first aired in 1962, and it was set
in 2062," continued Siwy. "We are past the
halfway point. It's coming!"
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THERAPEUTIC BENEFITS

The popularity of products that promote comfort
and relaxation has grown in an age of high-speed
days and an often-stressed society. For most clients, the security of a clutter-less space makes the
most difference, along with products that improve
efficiency and ease of use - even concerning health.
"From what we can tell, consumers are looking
for technology that would enhance comfort and
wellness," said Michael Kornowa, marketing director at MTI Baths."They don't want technology
for technology's sake."
Hydrotherapy runs the gamut in treating
everything from arthritis and pain to soreness
and anxiety. Spa-like showers and soaking or
massaging freestanding tubs contribute to the
popularity of this healthful habit. Inside the
shower, all-in-one controls can turn a shower
into a steam room, complete with music, lighting
and aromatherapy.

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Kitchen & Bath Business - July/August 2016
Contents
Editor's Note
Show Director's Note
Happenings
Design With
Trends
Tech Savvy
Better Business
Dealer Dish
Before & After
Universal Design
What's Hot
A builder steps in mid-project to expand a master bath & kitchen
Homeowners think outside the box for their kitchen and baths
Small Spaces
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Kitchen & Bath Business - July/August 2016 - Editor's Note
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Kitchen & Bath Business - July/August 2016 - Show Director's Note
Kitchen & Bath Business - July/August 2016 - 9
Kitchen & Bath Business - July/August 2016 - Happenings
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Kitchen & Bath Business - July/August 2016 - Design With
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Kitchen & Bath Business - July/August 2016 - Trends
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Kitchen & Bath Business - July/August 2016 - Better Business
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Kitchen & Bath Business - July/August 2016 - Dealer Dish
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