KBTalks

KBTalks

The only podcast dedicated to growing and supporting the kitchen and bath industry!

Episodes

May 9, 2023 5 mins
NKBA CEO Bill Darcy shares an overview of the Q1 2023 NKBA/John Burns Kitchen & Bath Market Index (KBMI). The full report is free for NKBA members, and can be downloaded here: https://nkba.org/research/nkba-john-burns-kitchen-bath-market-index-kbmi-q1-2023/
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Join host Pamela McNally, NKBA’s SVP of Marketing + Digital, as she talks with Dacor's Geraldine Morrison, Executive Director, and Scott Davies, Director of Marketing, about what today's luxury consumer is looking for in their kitchens, now and in the future. Sponsored by Dacor
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In this episode, Pamela McNally talks with Avinash Rajagopal, Editor in Chief of Metropolis Magazine and sustainability expert, about how sustainable design has evolved to become more accessible, economical and efficient... if approached the right way. Sponsored by Dacor
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NKBA’s Pam McNally sits down to talk with Luxury Real Estate broker Carrie McCormick to talk about the trends in luxury homes, what high-end buyers are looking for in the kitchen and bath, and the future of the housing market from Design Chicago. Sponsored by Dacor
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October 21, 2022 40 mins
Join NKBA’s own Pamela McNally and special guest Jamie Briesemeister, co-founder and CEO of Integration Controls live from the CEDIA Expo in Dallas. Sponsored by Dacor.
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Find out how societal, economic and social shifts affect interior design, architecture and more in this anthropological discussion that will highlight the most impactful macro trends on design—both current and future. Join moderator Jaime Derringer, chief creative officer, Design Milk and panelists: Breegan Jane, designer and lifestyle expert; Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, wellness design consultant and author; Lisa Wirth, interio...
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As an industry we all expect health and wellness centric product sales to skyrocket in times like these, but what are consumers actually asking for? Have health and wellness indeed become a main priority or is there a disconnect and do we have the tools and the language to present these products correctly during a sales pitch? This conversation offers takeaways for designers and specifiers to improve their sales techniques and kick...
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As we prepare for a new year, what design styles, features, and materials are anticipated to be most popular in 2021? We’re excited to welcome Arianne Bellizaire, owner and principal designer of Arianne Bellizaire Interiors, LLC. As an award-winning interior designer and trend-spotter, Arianne joins us to dive into the NKBA’s 2021 Design Trends report. Listen now as we take a look at where the industry is headed and what you can e...
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November 23, 2020 26 mins
E-Design is gaining popularity – and for good reason. Interior designers all over the world are beginning to offer online services that allow them to reach a broader audience and find new potential clients, while having increased flexibility and lower costs. Have you considered entering the virtual design space? Jenna Gaidusek, online interior designer, CEO of eDesign Tribe, and expert in all things virtual design, joined the pod...
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October 21, 2020 27 mins
Awareness is key to growing our businesses; social media, advertising, and word-of-mouth all work together to promote your business services. But, where do publicity and PR fit? Are you someone who could benefit from hiring a PR pro to help you raise your profile? Our guest will help you determine if you’re ready to take the next step. Erik Perez, Founder, and Principal of Hello PR Group, Los Angeles-based communications and brand ...
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September 29, 2020 39 mins
The relationship between designers and the media has evolved significantly in recent years as more media outlets are adapting to online consumption. As a result, getting published has new meaning and new implications. We welcomed Jaime Derringer to the show – Jaime is the founder and creative visionary behind Design Milk. Jaime joined us to share her insights on how the media landscape has changed, where it's headed, and most impor...
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September 21, 2020 43 mins
NKBA Live: 9/17/20
 Brave New Business: Connected Living Learn how designers and integrators can capitalize on the growing demand for integrated home technology by partnering to provide connected home solutions. On this episode of #BraveNewBusiness at CEDIA Expo Virtual, Mike Chorney, President of La Scala Media, and Molly Switzer, AKBD, principal of Molly N Switzer Designs, joined host Bill Darcy, NKBA CEO, to discuss connected...
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NKBA Live: 9/10/20 
Brave New Business: Back to the Future of Retail The structure of modern retail has undergone a transformation and is continuing to evolve. What are the new competitive imperatives? How does this change the way we manage retail businesses, and how do we think differently about sourcing products? Listen now as topic experts Doug Stephens, Founder of Retail Prophet, and Russ Diamond, President & CEO of Snyder Di...
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NKBA Live: 8/27/20 Brave New Business: Tune Up Your Business for Fall's Hot Market The fall season is predicted to deliver a robust market for the kitchen, bath, and remodeling industries. Industry experts share how to prepare for the surge, set client expectations, and fire up business practices on this episode of #BraveNewBusiness. Guest host Kerrie Kelly, Creative Director for Kerrie Kelly Design Lab, is joined by business co...
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August 31, 2020 34 mins
Keeping business thriving through this uncertain economy has been a challenge — and we’ve all been impacted differently. More people are spending time at home and looking for opportunities to upgrade their environments. Today, we’re welcoming designer and business leader John McClain of John McClain Design to the podcast. John joins us to share how he has seized business opportunities and increased his win rate amidst the pandemic....
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NKBA Live: 8/6/20
 Brave New Business: Tap into Wellness to Drive Business Growth Learn how designing for wellness can provide new opportunities for your business, with key insights from the NKBA's Living Impacts Design lifestyle/lifestage research. Brave New Business host Bill Darcy, NKBA CEO, discussed his own wellness journey and how to implement design elements that promote a healthy lifestyle with Laurence Carr, CEO & Founde...
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When brands and designers collaborate, both can win through innovative ideas and increased visibility. Live from the KBIS Next Stage in Las Vegas this past January is Power in Partnerships. Moderator Maddie O'Malley, Assistant Market Editor of Architectural Digest, is joined by duos Nar Bustamante and Patty Dominguez of Cosentino, Neil Bailey and Andrew Hays from Cabbonet, Michael Berman and Khavita Katari of House of Rohl, to disc...
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NKBA Live: 7/23/20

Brave New Business: Consumer Confidence and the Discretionary Dollar How can brands adapt to the changing needs of the luxury consumer? This episode of Brave New Business discussed how shifts in consumer spending provide new opportunities for the K&B industry. Host Bill Darcy, NKBA CEO, led the candid conversation with J. Walker Smith, Chief Knowledge Officer, Brand & Marketing, Consulting Division, for Kantar...
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July 28, 2020 32 mins
All around the world, people have been spending more time in their homes, leading to a number of emerging needs in kitchen and bath design. Lloyd Alter, Design Editor for Treehugger and Adjunct Professor of Sustainable Design at the Ryerson School of Interior Design, joins KBTalks to discuss the inevitable transformation that is growing in response to these changes. Lloyd shares his deep knowledge and insight on where home design i...
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NKBA Live: 7/9/20

 Brave New Business: Design Solutions for Living in Place Designing for all ages and abilities makes the home work for everyone. This #BraveNewBusiness forum explores new benchmark research from the NKBA on the growing demand for living in place design. Watch now as guest host Kerrie Kelly, Creative Director for Kerrie Kelly Design Lab, Jonas Carnemark, CKD, CLIPP of CARNEMARK design + build and Jennifer Bertr...
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