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customer service. We have been able to maintain positive growth and we are looking at 2015 being one of our busiest years yet." Staying ahead of the curve also helped Holly Marie be part of the frst class of NKBA's 30 Un- der 30 Program. "It was a huge honor to be included in such a diverse and infuential group," she says. "It has been wonderful to see my fellow '30s Wolfpack' grow and achieve since first meeting in New Orleans." HISTORIC SHOWROOM Lifestyle Kitchen Studio re- cently relocated its showroom to a 100-year-old home in the Heritage Hill Historic District in Grand Rapids. "We have had incredible results since moving," she continues. "We were able to maintain the his- toric elements of the building while showcasing our favorite designs." It s t wo mo st p opu l a r displays are actually quite different from one another. One is a modern display with Leicht cabinetry that features highly refective white acrylic doors, a cascading quartz bar top, stainless steel countertop and Gaggenau appliances. It is contrasted with a traditional display featuring mahogany LKS signature design cabinets with granite countertops and Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances. In addition, the showroom a l s o showc a s e s Blue St a r, Miele, Smeg, Bertazzoni and Fisher & Paykel appliances and Cambria and Caesarstone countertops, in addition to stone, concrete, stainless steel and wood countertops. A few years ago, the frm reassessed its cabinetry line, choosing to offer a broader product line with varied price points. Its current lineup in- clude s L eicht , Cra f t Ma id, UltraCraft and LKS custom cab- inetry fabricated in Michigan. "During the recession, we evaluated the lines we carried and started ofering cabinets at lower price points than we had in the past," she says. "We still applied our same design capabilities, but we wanted to broaden our range of products, selecting products with quality we could stand behind." Kristina also hopes to build on the interest generated from the rela- tively recent showroom move, and she has plans to more fully utilize the showroom, starting by ofering kitchen demonstrations. The frm has also partnered with the Grand Rapids Symphony for a fundraiser, but much of its business comes through refer- rals. "We've been incredibly lucky to maintain relationships with many of our past clients who have brought us current business," says Holly Marie. "We also have had a lot of interest through Houzz." www.blanco-one.com With 3 sinks in 3 sizes and inspired accessories to choose from, you can create the ultimate experience in your clients' kitchens. From families who need more of everything, to smaller spaces, or those with a passion for prep, our German-engineered ONE ™ Collection simplifies the challenges of daily life at a price to fit any budget. Everything your clients require is within reach, including the sink. The affordable ONE ™ Collection. Circle No. 19 on Product Card