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Trend Flash™ – Kitchen & Bath Industry Show

January 13, 2017 By Trend Staff -

Trend Flash is one of many exclusive benefits for Members of The Trend Curve’s subscriber family. Elaine Markoutsas, Editorial Correspondent, is at the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS). Her top KBIS observations are below.

COLOR

  • Gray continued in multiple shades and values
  • Black appliances gained traction
  • Matte-black faucets were stunning when paired with gold
  • Grayed browns and walnut dominated woods
  • Green offered a fresh accent for cabinetry

MATERIALS FINISHES & FORMS

  • Shagreen textured emerged
  • Writable surfaces gained in laminates
  • Rich, automotive finishes conveyed depth
  • Ultra-matte surfaces were smooth as satin
  • 3-D tiles heightened geometry and sculpture

INNOVATIONS

  • Quartz was designed to go over existing countertops
  • Open shelving shook up kitchen elevations with horizontal breaks
  • Cantilevered, multi-height counters delivered a European touch
  • Islands got legs and took on more imaginative forms
  • Frameless cabinets gained more ground
  • Wifi connectivity was a huge story
  • Planes inspired aerodynamic faucet shapes

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