September 2016 c o n t e n t s FEATURES 12 06 Editor's Note 08 Show Director's Note new & notewor thy 10 Happenings Industry news 12 Trends Innovation in laundry and mudrooms business & learning hy rap otog ll Ph a e B n Gordo Photograph by p.43 Celebrating the 2016 KBB Design Award Winners p.21 Countdown to KBIS and Design & Construction Week® 16 Hot Topic Smart tips for choosing your contractor 18 design & inspiration 34 Before & After Remote kitchen gets West Coast remodel 36 What's Hot Bathtubs and kitchen sinks & faucets 39 What's Cool Everywhere else... 43 Design Awards The best of the best in kitchens, bathrooms & showrooms 64 Tech Savvy Apps that make your job easier and more fun Learning Corner Selecting a countertop fit for your clients 21 KBIS Countdown Everything you need to know about the 2016 show cover photograph by Paul Finkel 02 Kitchen & Bath Business / SEPTEMBER 2016 / KBBONLINE.COM / The official publication of KBIS (KBIS.com)http://www.KBBONLINE.COM http://www.KBIS.com