February/March 2020 c o n t e n t s 20 FEATURES 6 Editor's Note 8 Show Note 10 NKBA Note new & noteworthy 12 Happenings 18 All Abroad Global Connect: livable design business & learning 20 Trends Digital resources to run your business 26 Better Business 74 p. Tackling condo challenges to create a dream kitchen Photo by John Cole Photography The importance of proper branding 70 p. Designer transforms her master bath into a relaxing escape 28 Skill Set Key strategies to meet goals 30 Tech Savvy Industry pros talk home automation 32 Research Roundup NKBA's Kitchen & Bath Market Index design & inspiration 42 KBIS in Review Hits & highlights from the 2020 show 58 Before & After Bulky & dark turns fresh & edgy 60 Dealer Dish A showroom with all the bells & whistles p.62 Solutions Tackling previous remodeling issues 64 Universal Design A pro makes her own space accessible 66 What's Hot Lighting & laundry 68 What's Cool Everywhere else 78 Favorites Designer defines Midwest style 80 Last Word London designer shares her timeless style 34 Product Sourcing Divvying up the selection process 38 Hot Topic NKBA's State of the Industry report 02 02_KBB_0220_TOC.indd 2 cover photo by Colleen Scott Photography / FEB.-MARCH 2020 / KBBONLINE.COM / The official publication of NKBA (NKBA.org) and KBIS (KBIS.com) 2/14/20 12:08 PMhttp://www.KBBONLINE.COM http://www.NKBA.org http://www.KBIS.com