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DEPARTMENTS 7 Editorial 8 Market Pulse 10 Barometers 12 Consumer Buying Trends 14 Industry Update 26 What's App 28 Designer Profile 30 Trend Spotting 34 Project Case Study 87 New Products 88 Advertiser & Product Index 88 Classifieds 89 Product & Literature Showcase 90 Transformations The leading business, design and product resource for the kitchen & bath trade Open & Adaptable Shower Designs Creating Usable Spaces for All PRODUCT TREND REPORT • 46 UNIVERSAL DESIGN • 38 2016 CABINET STYLE & DESIGN GUIDE 56 38 UNIVERSAL DESIGN Usable Spaces for All Designing kitchens and baths with the principles of Universal Design adds convenience and ensures that people of all ages and abilities can feel safe and comfortable in their homes. 44 NETWORKING Sharing Strategies Industry experts from KBx and K&B; Alliance share insights into growth initiatives, marketing plans, technology and key challenges facing kitchen and bath professionals right now. 46 PRODUCT TREND REPORT Expansive & Adaptable Shower systems that incorporate a host of personalized, spa-like features are on trend right now, while shower enclosures are becoming larger, more open and adaptable. 51 PRODUCT REVIEW Elements of Tile The current selection of tile shapes, styles and designs offer a nearly endless array of options, ranging from oversized large-format pieces all the way to the most intricate mosaics. 56 2016 CABINET STYLE & DESIGN GUIDE Fresh & Functional KBDN 's 33rd annual Kitchen Cabinet Style & Design Guide provides contact information and key data for major manufacturers in the kitchen cabinet market. 56 38 46 51 9 / 16 COLUMNS 20 Inside Today's Showroom by Sarah Reep, ASID, IIDA, CMKBD, CMG, CAPS 22 Design Technology by Eric Schimelpfenig, AKBD 24 DPH Perspectives by Cynthia R. Carter ON THE COVER Kathryn O'Donovan of Hinsdale, IL-based Normandy Remodeling incorporated an open floor plan, neutral finishes and classic white cabinets to maximize resale. Photo: Normandy Design Build Remodeling Photo: Bernard Andre Photography September 2016 • KitchenBathDesign.com 5 CONTENTS VOLUME 34 • NUMBER 9 • SEPTEMBER 2016