KBIS 2011 (Blum Display)

As a kitchen design professional it's import to be aware of organizational solutions and gadgets that a client could want or may not know of.  Blum offers a variety of products to fit our needs and to make our spaces better organized.  Of coarse Blum is not the the only solution for us there are many, however their name is one of the most well known in our industry and they manufacture a quality product.

Below you will find a couple shots of one of my favorite products they produce.  This system allows us to use a pot and pan drawer to hold and organize our; plates, bowls and other such items.

BLUM

KBIS 2011 (Cambria)

Browsing the show I was able to check out the Cambria display, view some of their new (unreleased) colors and see some of my favorites.
The display was clean and and well thought out, the stations manned with friendly knowledgeable people.

(below are a couple new unreleased colors, Cambria staff assured me that they will be releasing them later this year, and I will be anxious to see what clients think of them)

For those of you who know me you know I'm a Cambria Booster.  Their colors are incredible, their manufacturing superb, all around perfect quartz product.
I know many of you wonder is quartz better than granite?, is granite better than quartz?  That I will leave in the eye of the beholder.
Quartz is maintenance free, its fairly repairable and I know I would put it in my own home.

KBIS 2011 (Master Brands)

 I am happy to say I finally was able to see the Master Brands Display, offering a wide variety of brands and styles Master Brand Cabinets has something for every design style.  Brands include; Omega &  KITCHEN CRAFT.

  

KBIS 2011 (Kohler Display)

Kohler absolutely massive and impressive display, well manned to handle the masses and well planned with custom cocktails for grab (YUM).  They really rolled out the red carpet for this one...could it have to do with the unveiling of the NUMI...

 (Abrazo; made of Lithocast a solid surface material that allows Kohler designers to shape and move their designs into sculptural pcs, easy to clean and warm to the touch)
ABRAZO

(Numi; a highly advanced and modern styled toilet, featuring; motion activated lid and seat, advanced bidet system, deodorizer, heated seat, foot warmer, illuminated rear side panels, sound system)
NUMI
 

(8Degree; designed to maximize basin space, provides a unique and clean design and is made of one of the most timeless sink materials "stainless steel")
8DEGREE

KBIS 2011

It was my first time attending KBIS and what a great show...not only that it was my first time to Vegas and for those of you who haven't been I would recommend it.  Great excursions, hotels, nightlife, entertainment and architecture.  Little something for everyone I suppose.
The Las Vegas convention center is of decent size...well huge actually, well laid out, organized and not to far from most hotels.

Cabs always available and cost just $7.50 plus tip to get most places central, which makes for quick and easy travel.

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