We had less than 2 days to take it all in. Through the whirlwind tour, there were 5 things that stood out to me:
Contemporary Bling. Turn on the sparkle – faucets, cabinet & door hardware, glittery tile grout, and glitzy countertops
Texture. In tile and beyond, textured finishes add a special depth and interest.
Ann Sacks textured tile steals the show.
Brass and Bronze – We’ve been raving about this comeback for a while, but it was great to see it in full force at KBIS.
Oak It’s not an outright trend… yet. But it’s been making an appearance here and there, and I expect to see more. We’re not talking about the honey oak of the 80’s, but we’re also not talking about the quarter-sawn or rift cut that we’ve gotten used to in more contemporary settings. This oak is open-grained and dramatic, with finishes of matte, weathered, and gray. I only got one photo from KBIS, but there was more to be seen.
Functional Sink Accessories I’ve got a whole guest post on this topic alone that will soon be featured on the Utah Style & Design blog. I was thrilled with the new introductions that convert sinks into functional worksurfaces, including racks, cutting boards, and storage for cleaning utensils.
A while back I heard the phrase “Texture is the new bling”, and I’ve repeated it many many times since. Monochromatic, neutral interiors can be full of life and energy simply because of texture or pattern. The dimension that texture can add to a space makes all the difference.
I think the manufacturers of tile and 3-d wall panels are onto this trend, as I’m seeing more and more dimensional tile and panels.
by J. Weiss Design
from Heath Ceramics
