From the Tap - A KBB Podcast
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124 episodes
The 2025 KBB Kitchen Product of the Year: Hettich’s FurnSpin
Felicitas Lechner, marketing manager for Hettich America, recently shared insights into a product turning heads – and cabinets – in the industry. The FurnSpin was named the 2025 KBB Kitchen Product of the Year and completely redefines how we ap...
Navigating the Client Experience and Staying in Control
Designer Gabriela Eisenhart of Silo Studio Design shares her expertise on leading and listening to clients though the challenging phases of a design project. Photo credit: Marc Mauldin
Meet the KBIS 2026 Innovation Hour Winners
Discover the KBIS 2026 Innovation Hour winners. Explore how LG, Caesarstone, and MAGPPIE are transforming kitchen design with smart, sustainable solutions.
Juliana Ewer on Working with Contractors
Award-winning designer Juliana Ewer of J Squared Home Designs talks about successful strategies for working with contractors.
Meet the 2025 KBB Person of the Year and Praiseworthy Picks
Every year, the kitchen and bath design industry evolves through the efforts of visionary professionals. We recently connected with the 2025 KBB Person of the Year, Sharon Sherman, alongside our eight Praiseworthy Picks, to uncover how they are...
KBB Editors' Favorite Finds at KBIS 2026
On our latest “From the Tap” podcast, KBB editors Chelsie Butler and Leslie Clagett provided a post-KBIS 2026 recap of the hits and highlight from the show. Curious what trends and standouts are shaping the future of kitchen and bath? Read on a...
Lauren Thomsen on Historic Preservation Meets Innovation
In this episode of From the Tap, architect Lauren Thomsen, principal of Philadelphia-based Lauren Thomsen Design, talks about the challenge of modernizing older homes while honoring their character and incorporating sustainable systems.
Standing Out in a Saturated Market
In the latest episode of the KBB From the Tap podcast, host and KBB Executive Editor Chelsie Butler sits down with Amy Courtney, founder of New York- and Connecticut-based Amy Courtney Design, to explore what it truly takes to build a distinct,...
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What Not to Miss at KBIS 2026
In a recent episode of the KBB From the Tap podcast, KBIS Show Director Jason McGraw joined KBB Executive Editor Chelsie Butler to preview what attendees should prioritize and why thoughtful planning will be essential to making the most of the ...
Gala Magriñá on the ROI of Wellness in Design
Recent research by McKinsey into the $2-trillion global wellness industry finds that "consumers are conceptualizing wellness in new ways", opening the door for deeper conversations about wellbeing at home. Award-winning holistic designer Gala M...
The SEO Playbook Kitchen & Bath Pros Didn’t Know They Needed
Host Chelsie Butler sits down with Maggie Swift, CEO and co-founder of Unframed Digital, to talk candidly about why SEO continues to confuse so many kitchen and bath professionals and why ignoring it is no longer an option. Photo credit: Maggie...
Andrea Liebross on Why Women Should Build a "To-Believe" List
The founder of Andrea Liebross Coaching explains strategies for entrepreneurs to navigate the "messy middle" of business growth.
Designing Spaces That Heal, Dignify and Uplift
In this episode of the KBB “From the Tap” podcast, Lisa Kahn of Finding Sanctuary by Lisa Kahn Designs in Naples, Fla., shares her heartfelt philosophy on how design can do far more than enhance the look of a space; it can transform the way peo...
Diana Wagenbach on How to Avoid Burnout
The founder of Chicago-based Studio W Interiors shares her experience and lessons learned on avoiding burnout.
Photo and Video Strategy Tips from the Pros
In a recent episode of our KBB From the Tap podcast, we spoke with Lauren Andersen, founder and principal photographer of Oakland, Calif.-based SEN Creative, and her longtime collaborator, Subei Kyle, the company’s videographer. The pair shared...
Prioritizing Social Media as Part of a Thriving Business
On the latest KBB From the Tap podcast, we spoke with Kristen Harvey of Kristen Harvey Interiors, in Solana Beach, Califoria. She shared tips on how to prioritize social media as part of running your business, including how to make time to incl...
Designing a Timeless – Not Trendy – Bath & Kitchen
Keith Bynum, long-time HGTV host and co-founder of the NINE design studio, has been called a “renovation savant.” Working with his partner Evan Thomas, they have transformed numerous buildings that would widely be considered tear-downs into wel...
Fostering Mental Health During the Design Process
In the world of home renovation, where stress and unexpected challenges often loom, Lori Miller of Melville, New York-based LGC Interior Design brings a unique and invaluable perspective. As a mental health counselor with a long and varied care...
How to Navigate Rebuilding in the Wake of a Fire with Both Existing and New Clients
Aaron Leshtz and Harper Halprin, founders of the LA-based architecture and design firm AAHA Studio, share their insights on an increasingly timely topic: how to navigate rebuilding in the wake of a fire with both existing and new clients. Photo...
Stepping Outside the Studio: How Travel and Trade Shows Elevate Design
In our recent From the Tap podcast, renowned interior design architect Julee Ireland shared her insights on how stepping outside the conventional office environment is crucial for designers. From attending global trade shows to exploring her ow...
How a Team-Based Structure Builds a Successful Design Business
Natalie Owens and Victoria Armour, co-owners of the Halifax-based interior design studio Stil James dive into the details of building the best team for your design practice and nurturing them to provide optimal results.
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Designing for Celebrity and High-Profile Clientele
Designer Michelle Murphy, founder of Demi Ryan, crafts environments that embody the personality and aspirations of her high-profile clientele. On our new From the Tap podcast, Murphy offers a glimpse into the fast-paced, detail-driven world of ...
Turning Your Portfolio Into a Time-Saving Sales Funnel
Elle Kwan talks about how designers can use their project portfolios to attract, engage and book qualified new clients – with a minimum time investment.
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A Deep Dive into the 2024 KBB Product Awards Overall Bathroom Winner - Airmada Drying Solutions AirPocket Door
Rebecca Jones, national sales manager at Airmada Drying Systems, joined the KBB From the Tap podcast to discuss the revolutionary Air Pocket Door, which won the prestigious 2024 Bathroom Product of the Year award in KBB’s Product Awards competi...
How to Maximize Revenue with the Everyday Client
Cheryl Keys Clendenon, founder of In Detail Interiors and business strategist for designers and architects, shared why the path to a profitable and rewarding design business doesn’t require chasing only luxury clients. Drawing on more than 25 y...
