NKBA Manhattan News: February 2019

KBH Industry News | Feb. 2019

UPCOMING EVENTS

NY NOW at JAVITS CENTER

February 3 - February 6

ASID DESIGN SUMMIT

A&D Building; all-day event

February 6 - February 8

KBIS in LAS VEGAS

February 19 - February 21

SPECIAL EVENT

Wednesday, February 27

Host : In House Kitchen Bath Home

Topic: Trendspotting at KBIS 2019

COUNCIL MEETING

Monday, March 4

CHAPTER MEETING

Thursday, March 14

Host : Sub-Zero Wolf Cove

Topic: TBA

Kitchens of Purpose & Personalized Design at Lineadecor

NKBA Manhattan's January Chapter meeting was graciously hosted by Lineadecor at their Flatiron District showroom. The evening included a variety of Mediterranean small plates and an extended conversation with Chef Patricia Clark of All Five Senses , where e vent attendees had the opportunity to connect culinary functionality, practicality and kitchen design. According to Chef Patricia, "m ost people need kitchens that function day-in and day-out, and can accommodate flexible needs that evolve through the years." These are great words that are certainly relevant to our industry, the evolution of kitchen design overtime, and the importance of planning ahead. Please visit our Facebook page to check out photos from the event if you haven't already seen them! Photography by Kitty Dadi .

President's Column | Toni Sabatino

Another year is underway and the voting members of our Council will be heading to KBIS in a few short weeks. We will be attending training, visiting the booths of sponsors, and seeking out the new and noteworthy from the show floor to share with our members. Please check our Facebook page for video from the show. It is a privilege to serve on the council and enjoy the opportunity to attend the show and network with the movers and shakers of our industry.

Our Council is always looking to add new members. Please reach out to one of us if you have any interest in getting involved. The experience is rewarding both professionally and personally! There are opportunities to meet all sorts of interesting people, learn new things, and enjoy great food! The opportunity to hone your leadership skills while being exposed to the most up-to-date products and philosophies in the industry is a great one—add to that the great food and wine, and the shop talk just blossoms! I know that I am grateful for the opportunities the NKBA has opened for me, and I encourage all of you to get more involved.

This past month we brought you a conversation with Chef Patricia Clark at Lineadecor. Coming up, we have an Eco Tour of NY NOW at the Javits Center, and a meeting at In House Kitchen Bath Home discussing the trends at KBIS 2019. We hope to see you there

All-New Multi-Dimensional Mirror at Häfele’s Manhattan Showroom

Häfele’s brand new Multi-Dimensional Bathroom Mirror features warm to cool make-up lighting, aesthetically-pleasing backlighting, an anti-fogging shower mirror and integrated Bluetooth-enabled sound system. The easy-to-install, IP44-rated mirror is available in three sizes including 900 x 600mm, 900 x 900 mm and 1200 x 900 mm. See it today at Häfele’s Manhattan showroom!

NKBA Manhattan Members & Sponsors Exhibiting at KBIS 2019

Benjamin Moore
BSH Home Appliances (featuring Bosch, Gaggenau and Thermador)
Cambria
Cosentino
Dacor
Fisher & Paykel Appliances
Häfele America
Hastings Tile & Bath
JennAir
LIXIL Water Technologies (featuring American Standard, Grohe & DXV)
Miele
Monogram Appliances
Richelieu Hardware

Barbara Kessler Joins Fisher & Paykel

Fisher & Paykel Appliances announced Barbara Kessler as its new design development manager in New York. Barbara brings a wealth of industry experience to her new position, based in the A&D Building. In her new role, Barbara will oversee architect and designer engagements in and around New York. "I am thrilled to be joining the team at Fisher & Paykel," said Barbara of her new venture. "I look forward to engaging with members of our design community to promote our complete appliance portfolio and continue to drive our brand awareness."

Hastings Tile & Bath Exhibits Urban Collection at the Inaugural Salon by KBIS

The Hastings Urban collection is a fully customizable line of bathroom vanities with unmatched design flexibility and more variations than any other vanity on the market today. Offered as a wall or floor mount (with or without legs), with open or closed side panels, the vanities come in a multitude of options and finishes for a truly bespoke feel. The countertop with integrated basin is available in 10 cement resin, 11 porcelain or stone, and 9 HPL or wood look finishes. The cabinets are available in 45 matte or lacquered finishes, 8 soft touch colors, 4 hand-painted metal-look lacquer finishes, 9 HPL, 15 3D textured wood and 10 cement resin finishes. The grooved handles that wrap around three sides of the vanity can be specified in contrasting colors and finishes for more visual impact.

KBtribechat Schedule: KBIS 2019

Progressive KBtribechat

Tuesday, February 19 at KBIS

Enjoy networking in person while discovering the latest industry innovations and sharing on social media. Each exhibitor host has an insiders program planned with treats and fun surprises!

Sponsors and Event Timing:

1:30 - 1:50 Brizo (N2332)

1:53 - 2:13 Wellborn Cabinet (N2463)

2:18 - 2:38 Rev-A-Shelf (C8516)

2:40 - 3pm Signature Kitchen Suite (C5907)

KBtribechat Meet-Up

Wednesday, February 20

Getting together in person at KBIS for this popular kitchen and bath industry Twitter chat discussion has become a tradition. Plan to join the Wednesday KBtribechat meet and greet hour of networking and fun on February 20, 2019 at 11am Vegas time in booth C3830. Thermador has a fun hour planned!

Hosted by Thermador (C3830)

11am until noon

Our Twitter discussions take place on Wednesdays from 2:00 to 3:00 pm ET. We will be having a Progressive KBtribechat tour on the first day of KBIS and an in-person meet-up during our KBtribechat hour on Wednesday of KBIS.

Be sure to check out news from National at the all-new NKBA.org

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Learn more about the benefits of membership at nkbamanhattan.org/nkba-membership .

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