K/BIS 2010 Report

K/BIS 2010 Report

Though smaller in size and attendance than some years past, K/BIS 2010 – in my humble opinion – had a more positive and optimistic vibe despite the numbers. A smaller footprint and more compact booths gave the illusion of better traffic. Nielsen...

K/BIS Trend Watch: Kitchen & Bath’s Top 10

The kitchen and bathroom are the two most-used rooms in your home, so shouldn’t they be first in line for a face lift? A common misconception is that these remodels have to cost a fortune.  However, many kitchens and baths already have great elements and...

Cool Ways to Save Water

Welcome to the Kleber & Associates blog! Here’s the latest on Cool Ways to Save Water Modern appliances and futuristic home goods offer an interactive and precise user experience that promises to be both efficient and mind blowing. Despite recent trends that...

A View from SURFACES … If you couldn't be there

Surfaces Expo continues to exhibit a broad view of flooring trends, flooring technology advancements and refreshing flooring ideas.  This year the industry rallied, with traffic up approximately 15% over last year.  Perhaps we are beginning to see, ever so...

Steve Kleber "On the House" with the Carey Brothers at IBS 2010

Last week’s International Builders Show in Las Vegas drew a lot of attention to the home and building industry, the housing market and economy. I was fortunate enough to sit down with the Carey Brothers and Rebecca Cole as they broadcast their national radio...