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Market Pulse { Readers' opinions on industry-related issues } 6 | Kitchen & Bath Design News | September 2015 M y favorite part of the process is getting to know my clients. When they open up to me and disclose how their lives work on a daily basis, it gives me the knowledge to design their kitchen in a way that will meet their daily needs. My least favorite part is when the contractor has to put in his two cents when he knows nothing about kitchen design." Debra Saling, director design and product development Chesapeake Homes Kilmarnock, VA M y favorite aspect of the design process is being able to work with the customer on layout and color. [I really enjoy] changing customers' minds when they think they know what they want, but it won't ft properly or look right." Rick Bada, v.p. Wayne Pipe & Supply Inc. Fort Wayne, IN M y favorite part of the process is picking out materials and col- ors. My least favorite part is actually selling the project." Bryan Winemiller, manager/designer Artisan Cabinetry & Millwork Morton, IL T he best part of the process is meeting with the clients and bringing their dreams to reality! My least favorite part is working with pan- eled appliances – the specs are always so poor." Lore Anderson, designer/sales Mingle Plymouth, MN T he best part of the design pro- cess is providing the client with solutions to issues that they are having with their current design or layout. My least favorite part is working with clients who have unreasonable space or budget issues, or both" Terry Doling, showroom manager Showplace Kitchens Urbandale, IA B ecoming acquainted with the clients and their vision and fnding new and innovative resources to meet their needs is always stimulat- ing. Of course, seeing the end result is the most rewarding part. On the other hand, when too many decision makers become involved, it can signifcantly delay the project and change the ob- jectives – that's my least favorite part." Linda Wagner, owner/designer Barrett Wagner Interior Design Wall, NJ M y favorite aspect of the design process is designing something original to me and to the space. I love this because it keeps my senses sharp, heightens my attention to detail and gets me out of my box. My least favorite part is designing another cookie-cutter kitch- en – which is tied closely with battling frustrating design software" Brendan McCarthy, president McCarthy Group Inc. Seattle, WA M y favorite part is creating a de- sign that fts the customers' needs and desires. My least favorite part is customers trying to do my job for me." Kathy Diesel, architectural designer Keith Homes Washington, PA U nderstanding clients' needs and wishes, then designing a space perfectly suited for them, is the best part of the process for me. However, I hate the expediting of products – that's my least favorite part." Meredith Weiss, owner/designer Merri Interiors Commack, NY S pace planning and cutting edge design is my favorite part of the process. My least favorite part has to do with the unknowns that present themselves in the feld" Cam Abascal, sr. designer Hospitality Resources and Design Orlando, FL M y favorite part is being able to design with no budget…to make it what we want. My least favorite part is designing with very little space to do what's needed" Char Templeton showroom manager Nashville Winnelson Co. Nashville, TN . M y favorite aspect of the design process is making my clients' dreams, needs and wishes come true! My least favorite part is when dead- lines aren't met or there are problems on the job." Michelle Palenschat, designer The Kitchen Design Studio Rochester, MN M y favorite thing is providing the customer with options, especially in challenging spaces, and then coming up with ideas to give them what they want within their budget parameters." Lin Hamilton, owner Kitchen Designs by Lin Marlton, NJ P lanning the design and visual- izing the fnal look is my favorite part of the process. My least favorite part is dealing with non-creative, know-it-all clients who think Houzz and design Web sites are the answer to all cost and design ideas!." David Ferry, owner in chief David Ferry Design and Construction New York, NY C reativity is my favorite part of the design process. Trying to get customers to tell you what they want is the hardest part." Matthew Cook, owner Cook Custom Cabinets Blairsville, GA Price Still Trumps Efciency When Selecting Products Kitchen & Bath Design News recently asked dealers and designers in the kitchen and bath industry: "What are your favorite aspects of the design process? Which are your least favorite aspects, and why?" What do you think? To share your input, email your feedback, contact information and the subject line, 'Market Pulse' with your message to Janice@ SOLAbrands.com.