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said Gray Uhl, director of design for American Standard. “Flow-wide showerheads are engineered to provide the droplet size that makes you feel like you are being drenched, and there are side-body sprays available with a flow rate of 1.5 GPM.” Building a Shower System on a Budget There are options for homeowners with varying budgets who want to create a shower system, and according to Aure, there is value at every point in the spectrum. “Virtually any project of this type involves a budget-balancing act, but if budget is the primary driver, consider which products will create a beautiful shower – and, perhaps more importantly, be reliable and enduring,” she said. Michael Purcell, GROHE’s director of product marketing, says to select a good showerhead – something high quality that does a great job at delivering the water. Taft suggests “pouring the money into getting the best shower system you can and not in the faucets, tile or gimmicky accessories.” “Today’s homeowner is savvier and less extravagant than in the past,” said Aure. “Bells and whistles as status symbols are being replaced by options that have real value. People want every dollar they spend to go toward features that will enhance their daily quality of life.” n — Chelsie Butler Opposite page: Two-handle thermostatic shower valves from American Standard offer two- and three-way built-in diverters to make showers easier to use, less expensive to install and more water efficient. There is no shared function between outlets, which is in compliance with water-saving shower codes. The valve – in Berwick trim – provides shower temperature control to prevent scalding or loss of pressure. Circle No. 200 Aquatic’s 6030SPAN shower pan is a cost-effective way to achieve a customdesigned shower space without investing in water-barrier treatments. The model also offers a pan with a 3-in. threshold that makes it easy to enter and exit the enclosure. Positioning the drain on the left- or right-hand side of the floor is useful for those who want to replace an existing tub with something more accessible. Circle No. 201 The StyleTherm thermostatic shower system from California Faucets is now available at about the same price as pressure-balance systems. StyleTherm features the ability to dial in exact temperatures and requires no diverter valve to toggle among shower applications. It also includes anti-scald temperature protection with a safety temperature override button. Circle No. 202 This page: GROHE’s F-digital Deluxe, available in the U.S. in 2014, is a shower system designed for the senses with touch, light, sound and steam options to create a personal spa. Each function can be controlled via an Apple iPod Touch 4G. The system is available in small, medium and large versions and includes chromotherapy and sound options, side showers, light modules, various showerheads and steam nozzles. Circle No. 203 The Aquapro digitally controlled shower system from Isenberg allows the user to program the shower of his/her choice via an LED screen. With thermostatic intelligence, Aquapro can be programmed in advance and offers three different functions: mist, rainshower and body-jet flows. It also features a chromotherapy function that decides the color of light to be displayed as you enter the shower. Circle No. 204 VIGO’s shower massage panel with a rain showerhead and hand-held shower features a gun-metal finish and oversized jet-spray massage zones. Lightweight, durable and corrosion resistant, the panel system is designed for flat-wall or corner installation for better space utilization. Its chrome-finished controls are made of solid brass, and the panel has a three-way diverter to control water operations. Circle No. 205 www.kbbonline.com / September 2013 + K BB 25 http://www.kbbonline.com

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of KBB - September 2013

KBB - September 2013
Contents
Online Contents
Editor’s Note
Show Director’s Note
Celebrity Design with...Kelly Ripa
KBIS Countdown to Design & Construction Week
Trends
Products
2013 Design Award Winners
A Work of Art
2013 Design Awards: Winning Projects Unveiled
Yacht Club
Landmark Design
Added Visibility
Smooth Flow
California Dreaming
The Chance Taker
Last Word

KBB - September 2013