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CHANGE IS INEVITABLE
The one thing you can say about technology is
that it's always changing and updating. So you
need to be flexible, plan in advance for layering
in new technology or to add on to what's already
been integrated. " Technology helps keeps a kitchen
up to date; it's more marketable and appealing
and easier to upgrade when it's fully integrated, "
pointed out one designer.
Obsolescence is less of a worry today because of
connected devices and products that upgrade remotely
and seamlessly. The days of having to redo
wiring and replace products are (mostly) gone.
The need to plan for updates is not as pressing
as it once was, however, there are still areas that
may require some unforeseen shifts. " I thought
USBs would be around for 10 years ... now it's
smart plugs, " said one designer, referring to the
way devices are charged and the design for charging
stations.
ANTICIPATE CLIENTS' NEEDS
(EVEN IF THEY DON'T KNOW IT YET)
Anticipate pre-programmed settings
based on lifestyle, needs and habits.
Build a trouble-shooting guide with all
product and system manuals in one place -
with passwords, contacts and easy access to
remote support.
Schedule a " circle-back " meeting in two
months to refine/adjust to client needs.
A client's needs change over time, which also
means adding or possibly modifying the technology
they started with. This is particularly true
of those who start out with a small technology
footprint whether for budgetary or lifestyle reasons
and evolve to want more from their current
system. And even if they do want more - whether
upgrading to smart lighting and shades or wholehome
integration - the client wants to " push a
button and it all happens. "
As one designer put it: " It's an evolution; if
we're curious and open minded, we'll be in the
right place at the right time. "
There's no doubt technology is an important
part of millennials' everyday lives. In fact, they
view it as an essential component to everything
they do, with an emphasis on the kitchen where
they and their families spend much of their
time. As a designer, the one thing to remember
is that it is not an afterthought or something to
be considered. Technology is a core element of
any kitchen design ... or, indeed, any space in the
millennial home.
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Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Kitchen & Bath Business July/August 2022
Editor's Note
Industry Challeges
Luxury Design
Wellness Movement
Better Business
Technology & Design
Learning Corner
KBIS Coverage
Readers' Choice Awards
Trends
Favorites
Outdoor Living
Balanced Budget
Color Find
Small Spaces
Before & After
Solutions
What's Hot
Clients
NKBA's Kitchen Technology & Millennials
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Kitchen & Bath Business July/August 2022 - Industry Challeges
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Kitchen & Bath Business July/August 2022 - Luxury Design
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Kitchen & Bath Business July/August 2022 - Outdoor Living
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Kitchen & Bath Business July/August 2022 - Balanced Budget
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Kitchen & Bath Business July/August 2022 - Color Find
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Kitchen & Bath Business July/August 2022 - Small Spaces
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Kitchen & Bath Business July/August 2022 - Before & After
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