The From the Tap podcast is hosted by the editors of Kitchen & Bath Business magazine and covers a myriad of hot-topic and out-of-the-box discussions with leading kitchen and bath design industry experts.
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The Kitchen & Bathroom Design Podcast from Taylist Media. We're the home of kbbreview, Kitchens Bedrooms & Bathrooms and Studio magazines so, in theory, we mostly either know what we're talking about or know someone who does. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How to Generate – and Market – Great Client Reviews
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On our recent KBB From the Tap Podcast, we spoke with Leslie Carothers, principal of digital marketing agency, Savour Partnership, which she founded 22 years ago. She offered up her extensive expertise on how to generate great reviews from clients.By Leslie Carothers
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The Importance of Mentoring in the Kitchen & Bath Industry
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Alison Solar, owner of Solara Designs in New Hyde Park, N.Y., and founder of the Kitchen & Bathroom Design Academy discussed the importance of mentoring in our industry.By Alison Solar
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Ashley Wainscott, the founder of Simply Home, an Austin-based contracting firm that is a woman-owned business that is also operated with women in mind, discusses her career trajectory and explains why she focuses on female clients.By Chelsie Butler
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On our most recent From the Tap Podcast, we spoke with Margaret Donaldson, owner of Charleston, S.C.-based MDI Luxury Design, a firm she started while she was nine months pregnant. She told us how she built her legacy brand and how you can do the same.By Margaret Donaldson
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A Closer Look at the 2023 KBB Product Awards Overall Bathroom Winner
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KBB recently got to know more about our 2023 Bathroom Product of the Year winner, Cold Plunge by Hydro Systems, during our From the Tap podcast. Kevin Steinhardt, the company’s vice president, discussed the research and development of Cold Plunge, and Ashley Steinhardt, vice president of sales, spoke to the user experience and benefits.…
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Diversity in the Design Field with Kristine Anderson
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In our latest From the Tap podcast, we speak with Kristine Anderson, the managing principal/designer of PKA Architecture in Minneapolis about tackling the diversity gap in design practices.By Leslie Clagett
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Nikki Watson, founder of the Design Quad, an interior design, staging and construction firm serving clients in Dallas and Atlanta., spoke about her extensive expertise in vacation rental design. She offers a unique perspective on this thriving industry. Photo credit: Jersean GolattBy Nikki Watson
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Highlighting the 2023 KBB Product Awards Overall Kitchen Winner
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In our most recent From the Tap podcast, we got to know more about 2023 Kitchen Product of the Year winner, Bertazzoni’s Professional Series 48-Inch Induction Range in the matte-graphite Carbonio finish. We spoke with Valentina Bertazzoni, the company’s style and communications director, who told us what the benefits to winning the competition have…
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Excelling at Kitchen Design When You Don’t Like to Cook
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In our most recent From the Tap podcast, we spoke to Gina D’Amoree Bauerlee of Denver-based D’Amore Interiors about whether you must like to cook and actually use a kitchen to design a successful one. This discussion stemmed from a Facebook post we started in a design group that had a lot of opinions on the matter.…
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From Disney to Interior Design – The Career Trajectory of Laura Freeman: Podcast 71
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Designer Laura Freeman shares her unusual career path from illustrator to PR exec to interior designer.By Laura Freeman
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A Discussion with KBB’s 2023 Person of the Year and Praiseworthy Picks
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In our most recent From the Tap podcast, we got up close and personal with our 2023 Person of the Year and eight Praiseworthy Picks.By Nureed Saeed
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KBB Editors Talk KBIS 2024 Hits & Highlights
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As many of you know, KBIS 2024 took place last week, and the show had more than 41,500 attendees and more than 670 exhibitors, which was a 30% increase from 2023. Although we were not able to see all of them, we visited multiple exhibitors and learned about their new offerings for 2024.By Chelsie Butler/Leslie Clagett
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David Trubridge on Lighting Design – Podcast 68
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Lighting designer David Trubridge discusses the aesthetics, functionality and sustainability aspects of lighting in the kitchen, bath and beyond.By Chelsie Butler
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In our latest From the Tap podcast, we welcomed Pam McNally, SVP of marketing and digital for the NKBA, and we talked in depth about current and upcoming kitchen and bath trends to look out for – as well as some we’d like to say goodbye to.By Pam McNally
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On our most recent podcast, we spoke to Laura Eagan, owner of and senior designer with Estrella Cabinetry and Design Center, about how to make the most of your three days at KBIS 2024. The show will be here before you know it, so get the skinny here!By Laura Eagan
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Updating a Historic Home for Today's Lifestyle with Kaminski + Pew
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On this episode of KBB's From the Tap, we talk with Keven Kaminski and Alexis Pew of Kaminski + Pew, a Philadelphia-based architecture and interior design firm that excels at the art of updating historic buildings and spaces. Their work is characterized by a strong commitment to respecting the historical context of the structures they transform. Th…
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Using Local Design Centers as a Helpful Resource
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On this week’s From the Tap podcast, we welcomed Katie Miner, general manager of ADAC – the Atlanta Decorative Arts Center. She shared with design professionals how to use this design center of the Southeast as a helpful resource.By Katie Miner
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Succession Planning – Your Professional Legacy with Lloyd Princeton
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In this discussion with Lloyd Princeton of Dallas-based Design Management Company, we learn how designers can define their exit strategies and develop their succession plan.By Chelsie Butler
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Effectively Managing Your Employee Resources
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On this week’s From the Tap Podcast, we welcomed Cheryl Kees Clendenon, owner of In Detail Interiors in Pensacola, Fla. We talked about an important part of running your business – how to effectively manage your resources – your employees and your time.By Cheryl Kees Clendenon
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Using Technology to Find, Hire and Keep Qualified Employees
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Matt DiBara, cofounder of The Contractor Consultants in Los Angeles shared with us his expertise in using technology to find, hire and keep qualified employees.By Chelsie Butler
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A Lesson in Successful Kitchen & Bath Project Photography
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Elizabeth Lord-Levitt, principal designer of Elizabeth P. Lord Residential Design in Denver and Amy Pigliacampo, owner of Los Angeles-based Amy Pigliacampo Interiors talk about all things project photography, which I know a lot of our listeners and readers have questions about.By Amy Pigliacampo and Elizabeth Lord-Levitt
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Creating a Stress-Free Experience for Your Clients
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On our latest From the Tap podcast, we spoke with Anna Graham of Anna Graham Interiors in Annapolis, Md. The designer finds joy in creating a stress-free process for all her clients, which sounds like a great way to make everyone on the project happy.By Anna Graham
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A banker turned designer, Colleen Primm of Colleen Primm Design in Cleveland, Ohio shared with us her expertise in talking with clients about money and remodeling.By Leslie Clagett / Colleen Primm
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Selecting the Perfect Kitchen Package for Your Clients
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On our most recent From the Tap podcast, we spoke to Summer Jensen, CEO and principal of Hawk & Co., a design firm in Laguna Beach, Calif., about how to choose the perfect kitchen package for your clients.By Summer Jensen
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Susan Wintersteen on Designing Spaces for Kids in Medical Crisis
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Designer Susan Wintersteen of Savvy Interiors in Solana Beach, Calif. talks about her experience in making a positive impact through design by establishing Savvy Giving by Design, a non-profit organization dedicated to redesigning spaces for children facing medical crisis,By Leslie Clagett
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Designing Your Own Home Versus One for a Client
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On our recent From the Tap podcast, we spoke with Emily Del Bello of Emily Del Bello Interiors in NYC. She was recently in charge of renovating her own home, and she talked about the differences and similarities of designing for yourself – the pro – versus designing for a client.By Emily Del Bello
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Kitchen and Bath Design for Busy Families
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Katie Browning, principal and lead designer for Lucas Browning Design in Pacific Palisades, Calif., talks about kitchen and bath design for busy families. Browning and co-owner Heather Lucas are busy mothers themselves, so they have plenty of experience with these kinds of projects.By Katie Browning
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Breaking up With Clients at Various Project Phases
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Robin Fisher, CMKBD, CAPS, owner of Robin Rigby Fisher Design in Portland, Ore., discussed having to “break up” with clients at various project phases. As someone who has been in the business for more than 30 years, this designer has had some experience with this unfortunate but often necessary challenge.…
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Sara Barney on Starting a Professional Organization for Designers: Podcast 52
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In our latest podcast, Sara Malek Barney of BANDD/DESIGN in Austin, Tex. shared with us her experience in starting a local organization of design professionals, The Designer Alliance.By Leslie Clagett/Sara Barney
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Making a Career Transition Later in the Game
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Molly McCabe, AKBD, CLIPP, CAPS, co-owner of McCabe by Design in Washington state, talks to us about how she decided to make a career transition at the age of 61, as well as her ADA-accessible website and favorite products from Design & Construction Week.By Molly McCabe
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Building a Top-Tier Design Firm in a Remote Location
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Jess and Alan Weeth, the owners of Weeth Home in Rehoboth Beach, Del., talked to us about how they can run a successful firm in a remote location, meaning one that does not have easy access to showrooms and retailers.By Jess and Alan Weeth
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Getting It Right: Casey Ridley on Avoiding Costly Design Mistakes
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Casey Ridley of The Designery shares his tips on avoiding the common – and costly – mistakes designers can make if they don’t fully understand the installation requirements for the products they specify.By Leslie Clagett / Casey Ridley
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What Every Designer Needs to Know About Their Contracts
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Designer Sharon Sherman has spent years perfecting her own contracts and learning about necessary amendments as the whole project experience evolves.By Sharon Sherman
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The Concept of Circular Design in Kitchen and Bath Projects
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On this week’s From the Tap podcast, I spoke with Laurence Carr, whose New York City-based eponymous design firm blends beauty, function and sustainability in its projects. We talked about circular design in our industry and how it relates to kitchen and bath projects.By Laurence Carr
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Minimizing Waste While Creating Sustainable Spaces
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On this week’s From the Tap podcast, we’re welcoming Wayne Turett, founder of the architecture firm The Turett Collaborative, based in New York City. Our discussion focused on how designers can complete kitchen and bath renovations with the least amount of waste while creating a more sustainable space.…
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On this week’s From the Tap podcast, I spoke with Veronica Solomon of Katy, Texas-based Casa Vilora Interiors about creating and maintaining a client-centric design firm, something she has done since she started her own business.By Veronica Solomon
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On this week’s From the Tap Podcast, we spoke with Tina Ramchandani, owner of NYC-based luxury design firm, Tina Ramchandani Creative, about the inspiration behind her designs and how she creates timeless projects.By Tina Ramchandani
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On this week’s From the Tap Podcast, we talked about all things KBIS 2023. We shared our impressions of this year’s event: energy filled, enthusiastic attendees, good crossover among the various shows, record-breaking attendance.By Chelsie Butler/Leslie Clagett/Arlen Schweiger
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A Chat with KBB’s 2022 Person of the Year and Praiseworthy Picks
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On this week’s From the Tap KBB podcast, we spoke to the overall winner, Jeanne Chung – along with the Praiseworthy Picks – about their accomplishments and how they are giving back to our industry.By Jeanne Chung
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How Designers Can Fast-Track Their Business Goals with Rebecca Hay
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On this week’s From the Tap podcast, we’re welcoming Rebecca Hay, CEO of Rebecca Hay Designs, located in Toronto. In addition to running her design studio, she is also a business coach, helping interior designers achieve entrepreneurial freedom by optimizing their time, money and creativity without sacrificing the things that matter most. Our discu…
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Designer Wendy Glaister of Wendy Glaister Interiors in Modesto, Calif., shares her tips for driving profit in design.By Wendy Glaister
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JT Norman, director of business development, product and design innovation for Kitchen Magic, a kitchen cabinet refacing firm in Nazareth, Pa., talks about his picks for what will be hot in kitchen and bath design in 2023.By JT Norman
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Creating and Cultivating Joy in the Workplace and Life
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We spoke with designer Nicole Salceda, owner of San Francisco-based Eye for Pretty Design Studio, about creating and cultivating joy in the workplace and in life.By Nicole Salceda
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Developing a Strategic Approach to Clients
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On this week’s From the Tap podcast, we’re welcoming Amy Youngblood, founder and lead interior designer of Amy Youngblood Interiors, located in Cincinnati, Ohio. We discussed a key business principle for her studio: developing a strategic approach to clients.By Amy Youngblood/Leslie Clagett
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Tackling Issues That Arise During Kitchen & Bath Projects
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Mindy O’Connor, principal of Philadelphia-based Melinda Kelson O’Connor Design, talks about tackling issues during projects, including things that occur behind the walls, concerns with clients and supply chain challenges.By Mindy O'Connor
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Designing Outdoor Spaces and Kitchens with Brian Brown
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We discussed a residential design element that’s essential in his endless-summer market – outdoor spaces.By Brian Brown
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On our most recent KBB – From the Tap podcast, we spoke with designer Christopher Grubb of Beverly Hills, Calif-based Arch-Interiors Design Group about all things luxury. He is no stranger to affluent projects – we have definitely covered some in the magazine.By Christopher Grubb
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Maintaining Your Brand During Turbulent Times
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We spoke with designer Nar Bustamante of Nar Design Group in Sacramento, Calif., about maintaining a luxury firm’s integrity during our industry’s ever-changing landscape.By Nar Bustamante
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Incorporating Feng Shui Into Interior Design
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This week we spoke with Julie Schuster, a New York City designer who is also a certified feng shui practitioner, about how she uses the Chinese science to promote wellness in her work.By Julie Schuster
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Gail Doby is a coach and consultant for interior designers. She and her team at Gail Doby Coaching and Consulting have helped more than 10,000 designers in 76 countries move their business forward.By Gail Doby
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