Kohler Booth at KBIS was a Hub of Activity and Entertainment With celebrity hosts, live DJ music and WiFi, KOHLER booth shines among the best and brightest with new product intros, product demos and social media activities KOHLER, Wis. – Jan. 28, 2014 – The Kohler Co. booth (#N2005) promises to be the trade show Read more
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Kohler Booth at KBIS was a Hub of Activity and Entertainment
With celebrity hosts, live DJ music and WiFi, KOHLER booth shines among the best and brightest with new product intros, product demos and social media activities
KOHLER, Wis. – Jan. 28, 2014 – The Kohler Co. booth (#N2005) promises to be the trade show destination at the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show during the inaugural Design & Construction Week, Feb. 4-6, where Kohler is constructing its village-inspired booth inside the Las Vegas Convention Center. In addition to KOHLER®, the company will unveil new products from its family of brands: ROBERN®, ANN SACKS®, KALLISTA®, STERLING®, and KOHLER® Generators.
In its booth, Kohler will have several activities to not only inform, but also engage and entertain attendees by creating a memorable experience with plenty of buzz. Kohler is providing complimentary WiFi in its booth, as well as opportunities to engage directly with the brand on its media wall on Twitter, Instagram or Vine using #OnlyKohler. Setting an energetic tone with the perfect musical vibe each hour will be DJ Alex Merrell, one of the most sought after DJs for high-profile events and top venues internationally. In addition to getting hands-on with Kohler’s newest products, visitors can look forward to entertaining and informative presentations from the following industry celebrities:
• Alison Victoria, Interior Designer and host of Kitchen Crashers on DIY Network. Victoria will serve as booth host on Tuesday and Wednesday, Feb. 4-5.
• Stephen Fanuka, Contractor to the Stars and host of Million Dollar Contractor on DIY Network. Fanuka will be in the Kohler booth on Thursday, Feb. 6, from 10 am – noon.
• Jeff Devlin, Contractor and host of I Hate My Bath on DIY Network. Devlin will be in the booth on Thursday, Feb. 6, from 1:00-3:00 pm.
• Ed Del Grande, Master Plumber/Contractor, GBCI LEED green associate and 30-year industry veteran, is the premier go-to guy for any contracting, plumbing, or home remodeling task. He will be in the booth Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, Feb. 4-6 facilitating product demonstrations.
“Our goal is to demonstrate that Kohler is the total solution partner for design leadership and product innovation,” said Steve Bissell, Kohler’s vice president of marketing. “By creating a compelling exhibit presence and experience – featuring a strong line-up of new products and an engaging and knowledgeable staff of booth workers and expert presenters – we’re confident that we will create a considerable amount of buzz and preference among our target audiences. We like to give attendees a taste of what’s new and exciting and then ask them to go to their local showroom to create their dream kitchen and bathrooms.”
Of course, it’s not a trade show unless there are new products to showcase, and no company delivers more innovative and beautiful kitchen and bath designs than Kohler. Headlining new KOHLER products are the extensive and customizable tailored vanity collection with multiple vanity, countertop/sink and accessory options; the Artifacts bathroom faucet collection allowing users to personalize their faucet by selecting the spout, handle and finish; Nightlight toilet seats; new stainless steel and enameled cast iron kitchen sinks; and an array of showering products that feature the latest technology and designs to provide the ultimate showering experience.
• ROBERN will be expanding its innovative and beautiful Digital Wood finishes on vanities including the new Adorn Freestanding Vanity, as well as new options in Decorative Frames.
• ANN SACKS collaborated with highly acclaimed Interior Designer Martyn Lawrence Bullard on three tile collections – Eastern Promise, Hermitage and Mousharabia. Bullard will be in the ANN SACKS booth on Tuesday, Feb. 4, to discuss these collections.
• KALLISTA pays homage to the 1950s and 60s with the Per Se bathroom faucet collection, with its squared, geometric form, softened by the gentle rounding of corners.
• STERLING will unveil new options in shower doors, including a heavy glass option and the Birchwood glass pattern, as well as the Ensemble Medley bath/shower enclosure made of exclusive Vikrell material.
• KOHLER Generators will be showcasing a range of permanently installed home generators, remote monitoring equipment – including the new OnCue Plus mobile app – and a brand new line of rugged portable generators for commercial contractors.
Kohler Co. Sharing Sustainability Stories Through Believing in Better™ Platform Environmental sustainability takes many forms at Kohler Co. – from designing more water-efficient plumbing products to restoring iconic buildings, and from polypropylene resin engine covers made from recycled carpet to associates completing hundreds of projects in-house to reduce the company’s environmental footprint. Sustainability is a Read more
Kohler Co. Sharing Sustainability Stories Through Believing in Better™ Platform
Environmental sustainability takes many forms at Kohler Co. – from designing more water-efficient plumbing products to restoring iconic buildings, and from polypropylene resin engine covers made from recycled carpet to associates completing hundreds of projects in-house to reduce the company’s environmental footprint. Sustainability is a journey that many of Kohler’s 30,000 global associates have embraced and are taking action to positively affect the world around them. As an appropriate next evolution, Kohler has created a story-sharing platform to highlight the successes around sustainability achieved by its associates, channel partners and consumers. Their stories are now being told on a new blog called Believing In Better™. “Believing In Better is grounded in humility and authenticity that each of us can be better, and that we must continuously improve every day. If we do that, then we believe the things we do – big or small – will help make this world a better place,” said Rob Zimmerman, senior channel manager-sustainability at Kohler. “As we continue down our sustainability journey, we have much to learn, but also much to share. That’s why we created this interactive platform.” In delivering content and inviting others to join the conversation through the Believing In Better blog www.believe.kohler.com , Kohler is focusing its story-sharing around four pillars, including the company heritage, process efficiency, product innovation and associates’ actions. The company also encourages participation on Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram and Facebook @kohler via the hashtag #believinginbetter. “Since launching our sustainability strategy, we’re getting better and making progress because of the efforts of Kohler associates, who led or participated in footprint reduction projects at our facilities worldwide,” said Zimmerman. “We are also ahead of our sales target for more environmentally favorable products.” In 2008, Kohler Co. formalized its three-plank sustainability strategy: (1) reducing its environmental footprint (greenhouse gas emissions and landfill disposal of solid waste) to Net Zero by 2035 with offsets; (2) developing more environmentally favorable products; and (3) driving awareness and education around sustainability and water/energy conservation. Kohler is showcasing myriad achievements centered on the idea of betterment in Believing In Better blog posts, such as: collaborating with a national organization to plant 1 million trees in China to help support the country’s ecological system. saving hundreds of Many Glacier Hotel’s (Montana) century-old cast iron fixtures headed for scrap heap by reenameling them to look new and last another 100 years. donating discontinued plumbing products to World Vision, a non-profit organization that distributes donated goods to under-resourced communities across the United States. repurposing used water from its plant in Reynosa, Mexico, to irrigate a nearby soccer field which now hosts friendly neighborhood matches. constructing new facilities in Zibo, China, and Kohler, Wisconsin, which have achieved LEED Gold accreditation from the United States Green Building Council. achieving its sixth consecutive WaterSense award from the United States Environmental Protection Agency, including the inaugural 2013 Sustained Excellence Award for Kohler’s ongoing commitment in product development and education/awareness in water efficiency. About Kohler Co. Founded in 1873 and headquartered in Kohler, Wis., Kohler Co. is one of America’s oldest and largest privately held companies. Kohler is a global leader in the manufacture of kitchen and bath products, engines and power generation systems, tile and home interiors, and an international host to award-winning hospitality and world-class golf destinations. via Kohler Co. Believing in Better Through Sustainability.
NEOREST 750H with Actilight, winner of a 2014 iF International Design Award, offers a state-of-the-art cleansing system that combines the best of our flushing and cleaning technologies to prevent, purify, and control both visible and invisible waste. This ultra high-efficiency dual flush NEOREST uses a mere 1.0 gallons per flush (gpf) for the full flush Read more
NEOREST 750H with Actilight, winner of a 2014 iF International Design Award, offers a state-of-the-art cleansing system that combines the best of our flushing and cleaning technologies to prevent, purify, and control both visible and invisible waste. This ultra high-efficiency dual flush NEOREST uses a mere 1.0 gallons per flush (gpf) for the full flush and 0.8 gpf for the light. Responding to North Americans’ requests, the NEOREST 750H is a larger unit that features inclusive height, rising 17” from base to seat top.
NEOREST 700 is an ultra high-efficiency dual flush, inclusive height model. It offers TOTO’s eWater+ system. After each flush, the NEOREST 700H mists the bowl with electrolyzed water, which has a slightly acidic pH value, to keep the bowl fresh and clean longer. eWater+ technology reduces the need for harsh chemicals during cleaning, which benefits the planet and saves consumers money on cleaning products. NEOREST 550H is a compact design ultra high-efficiency model, which offers eWater+ technology and our ultra high-efficiency flushing system. It is ideal for a powder room and small bath space.
AERO SHOWER SYSTEM offers AeroJet+, air injection and pulse technology, and Gyrostream to provide a luxuriant showering experience that is water responsible, using 20% less water than a conventional shower. Available in both rain showerheads and handshowers and in Classic and Modern design.
CONNELLY SUITE is a Traditional design collection inspired by the timeless sophistication of classic Hollywood imbued with the curvilinear aesthetic of the Arte Deco. The Connelly Suite offers a widespread or single handle high-efficiency lavatory faucet, undermount lavatory, shower system, and high-efficiency dual flush toilet. KEANE FAUCET COLLECTION melds modern fluidity with classic design elements for an elegant, approachable faucet suite that complements traditional, transitional, and contemporary bath decors. This affordable faucet collection is available in a widespread or single-lever option.
ULTRAMAX II 1G is a one-piece, ultra high-efficiency 1.0-gpf toilet with our Double Cyclone flushing system, the market preference for flush engines.
VIVIAN ALTA HIGH-EFFICIENCY FAUCET joins the affordably priced Vivian Collection. This high arc faucet features inclusive design lever handles for ease of use by people of all ages – an example of TOTO’s Total Design philosophy.
ECO DRAKE TRANSITIONAL HIGH-EFFICIENCY TOILET flares gently as it rises to support a generous lid with a distinct lip that has been molded into a shelf, creating newfound space for toiletries, tissues, or other bathroom necessities. WASHLET B200 is TOTO’s Washlet B100 as the newest introductory model, at a price point that is perfect for those eager to start enjoying this world-famous product line. It offers a new remote control design and additional features. Please visit our digital press kit to access the press releases and high-resolution digital images for these TOTO innovations.
Trendspotting at KBIS 2014 The Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) is the premier event to see the best and latest in trends, products and innovations for the kitchen and bath industry. From the return of copper to integrated technology and professionally inspired appliances, the industry’s leading manufacturers will showcase these trends and many others Read more
Trendspotting at KBIS 2014
The Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) is the premier event to see the best and latest in trends, products and innovations for the kitchen and bath industry. From the return of copper to integrated technology and professionally inspired appliances, the industry’s leading manufacturers will showcase these trends and many others February 4-6, 2014, at the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Center as part of the launch of Design & Construction Week with the International Builders’ Show (IBS). This new co-location allows more than 70,000 members of our industry to experience all that the kitchen, bathroom and building products industries have to offer with more than 1,500 exhibitors within 600,000 Square feet of shared exhibit space.
Here’s a snapshot of what is trending for KBIS 2014:
Naturally Inspired
From the blonde variations of Maple and Oak to the ebonized color of Walnut, a celebration of the natural beauty and texture of wood is apparent at this year’s show.
The new +EDITION collection from Poggenpohl features natural walnut wood veneer cabinetry, available in flat panel or thin frame detail door styles. This clean and modern collection brings brightness in a naturally inspired fashion. Elias Woodwork is unveiling its new Designer Series – Aventura creating a high end custom look and visual effect that stands out. These unique doors can be custom made with your choice of color, species, edge profile and panel profile.
Metallic Shine
A host of new product introductions featuring copper and other metallic finishes are taking the kitchen and bath scene by storm. From complete copper sinks from Native Trails, to shined and quilted metallic accents from Top Knobs, the glimmer of metallics is creating an accent to accompany any style of décor and wood coloring.
Remote Access & Integration
Advancing technology coupled with consumer demand for remote access and control of their home and the products within it continue to fuel the kitchen and bath market. Examples include the 3iE by Warmup Inc. – a user-friendly thermostat with an intuitive menu, simple words and easy-to-navigate functions. The 3iE can be set in several languages and learns from the user’s programming changes and temperature selections.
Professional Grade Comes Home
Appliance brands are looking to bring the experience of a commercial kitchen into the home with professional grade appliances designed for everyday living. Combining the best of commercial kitchen technology, adapted for residential use, Viking Range will showcase its Viking Professional 7 Series range. Key features make the Viking Professional 7 Series ranges the most exciting Viking introduction to date, making this new introduction brings the peak of professional to home cooks everywhere.
On the Surface
From bright colors to technologically advanced synthetic surface materials, KBIS 2014 will be the only place to see the latest in surfacing material trends and products for the home. Show attendees will see revolutionary changes within kitchen and bath surfaces with the introduction of bold colors and innovative new materials.
KBIS exhibitor, Formica Corporation, the inventor of high pressure laminate and the first to pioneer large-scale laminate design, will debut its line of exotic granite patterns featuring dramatic colors and corresponding names like Red Dragon, Lapidus Brown and Magma Black.
Family-owned quartz, natural stone, and architectural surface producer Cosentino, will launch Dekton by Cosentino – an innovative ultra-compact surface capable of seamless use both indoors and outdoors. By utilizing Particle Sintering Technology, a proprietary technique that mimics the metamorphic change that rocks and stone undergo in nature when subjected to heat and pressure over thousands of years.
And Neolith, makers of sintered compact surfaces, will launch its new Classtone collection that combines the classicism and the elegance of marble with Neolith’s revolutionary technology NDD (Neolith Digital Design) to provide a better option for kitchen countertops.
The Height of Innovation
In addition to viewing the latest in kitchen and bath trends, products and more, attendees will experience a variety of innovative display concepts. Many exhibitors have called on celebrity chefs and influential members of the A&D community to immerse attendees in the experience of their new products. Eco-design and lifestyle expert, Danny Seo, designed two kitchen vignettes that will be featured by KBIS exhibitor, WilsonArt.
Top Knobs, will feature high tech iPad touch displays, giving show attendees the opportunity to explore and interact with the brand’s new offerings on a deeper level. Returning KBIS exhibitor, Electrolux, will feature several fully-functioning kitchen stations providing attendees with a hands-on experience.
Members of the Modenus BlogTour Las Vegas will evaluate and judge the close to 50 exhibitors who have registered their booths for the KBIS Innovation Booth Awards based on education, engagement, messaging, WOW factor and the unprecedented and unexpected.
Winners will be announced on Wednesday, February 5th at 11:00AM on the NKBA Center Stage. Stay tuned for a post-show post announcing the winners with images of their innovative display concepts!
The Ultimate Kitchen Presented by Food & Wine and Professional Remodeler Magazine will be showcasing the award-winning Galley Workstation™ in the NAHB IBS Show Village in Las Vegas February 4-6, 2014 Renowned designer Wendy Johnson, CMKBD, was selected to design this state-of-the-art kitchen sponsored by Food & Wine and Professional Builder. The 17-foot island in the kitchen Read more
The Ultimate Kitchen Presented by Food & Wine and Professional Remodeler Magazine will be showcasing the award-winning Galley Workstation™ in the NAHB IBS Show Village in Las Vegas February 4-6, 2014
Renowned designer Wendy Johnson, CMKBD, was selected to design this state-of-the-art kitchen sponsored by Food & Wine and Professional Builder. The 17-foot island in the kitchen will include a 5 ½’ Galley Workstation™ flanked by an induction cooktop.
The super-functional Galley Workstation™ has reinvented the kitchen. Cutting boards, colanders, a drain rack, and stainless bowls slide above and below each other on two tiers inside the 4′, 5 ½’ and 7′ models to accommodate food preparation, clean up and serving in one convenient place. With the introduction of the single-tier 3′ Galley Clean-Up Sink™ and the 1 ½’ Galley Companion™, homeowners can customize their workstations, as every lower-tier accessory is interchangeable between the double-tier and the single-tier Galleys.
Because the Galley Workstation™ actually provides additional countertop and storage, no kitchen is too small. The smaller the kitchen the more important a Galley becomes.