64 January 2018 06 c o n t e n t s FEATURES Editor's Note 08 new & notewor thy Couple create their dream spaces 10 14 72 Sustainable Design 32 Hot Topic Collaborating with the living-in-place client 34 Designer creates a true experience showroom 02 Solutions An expert discussion on what's to come this year Tips for attracting employees & employers p.98 74 Loft bathroom surprises Skill Set Thoughtful upgrades add beauty and function to a kitchen in a historical home Color Find Shades of blue dress up a beachfront kitchen 2018 Industry Outlook 30 p.90 All Abroad Trends 20 Designer overcomes unique access issues in a vacation home master bath 70 Kitchen & bath trends in three foreign countries business & learning p.94 66 Design With Colors for 2018 Celebrating the modern farmhouse movement Show Director's Note Happenings Photograph by Charles Aydlett Favorites Tech Savvy Image recognition: the next new tool 36 Better Business Learning contractor/ designer dynamics 38 Universal Design Experts discuss various client needs & share tips design & inspiration 76 Renovations promote healthy living 78 Before & After Common kitchen turns classy & modern 80 Balanced Budget Making choices up front helped stay on point 82 Sister Spaces Smaller areas related to kitchens & baths 86 What's Hot Flooring & countertops 104 Last Word Chat with a TV star 43 Countdown to KBIS 2018 Your complete guide to the show! Kitchen & Bath Business / JANUARY 2018 / KBBONLINE.COM / The official publication of KBIS (KBIS.com) cover photograph by Kate Glicksberghttp://www.KBBONLINE.COM http://www.KBIS.com