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“Accessibility can still mean luxury”

With the rise in ‘luxury accessibility’ taking off in recent years, Garry Kirkbright, senior designer at More Ability, explains how accessible bathrooms can still be on-trend and stylish.

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The kbbreview Interview: Adrian Stoneham

Kent-based Stoneham Kitchens celebrated its impressive 160th anniversary last year. But MD Adrian Stoneham explains that his strategy is very much about the future…

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One last thing… Robert Ginsberg

The CEO of bathroom manufacturer HiB talks about understanding different perspectives, his inspirational figures, and finally seeing Tottenham Hotspur winning a trophy!

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Home movers are the ultimate KBB clients

Despite rising business rates, TwentyCi’s CEO, Colin Bradshaw, says independent retailers can stay optimistic in 2025, thanks to a strong housing market and healthy demand in the property sector.

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Blum on.. Rising Stars

Ben Cullum, Blum UK sales director reveals why the brand is proudly supporting the Rising Star category at this year’s kbbreview Retail & Design Awards.

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Tool theft: What do retailers think needs to be done?

After last month’s major tool theft rally, we asked the KBB industry’s retailers for their own opinions on this issue, and how they think can be done to solve the problem

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Tool theft: What do the politicians think?

On the ground at last month’s tool theft rally, we spoke with two Westminster MPs who each gave their candid opinions about tool theft, and outlined the potential solutions

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Community engagement can make your showroom thrive

In a marketplace dominated by national retailers, authenticity and emotional connection have become elusive assets. Are you leaving this golden opportunity untapped?

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Giving away a free kitchen tripled my sales

Although many retailers would balk at the idea of giving away a kitchen for free, Inspire Kitchens owner Jamie Baker says it was actually the key to boosting sales over the quieter Christmas period.

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Has kitchen design lost its spark?

Ian Palmer questions whether a lack of ‘iconic’ design launches mean that the sector has lost its creative spark or whether, in fact, inspirational design is actually all around us…

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Are retailers transparent enough about costs?

Everyone knows the cost of kitchens has increased in recent years, but with an already high price tag, are retailers being honest enough about the whole cost of projects?

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One last thing… Darren Taylor

The managing director of Searle & Taylor … explains what drives him professionally and what keeps his passion for kitchens alive even…

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Buster and Punch: Pulling no punches

Handles and lighting aren’t often thought of as being “rock and roll”, but according to founder Massimo Minale and CEO Martin Preen, it’s all a matter of branding…

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Retailers, is it time to try something new with your marketing?

Liz Cragg has spent the past six months on the road meeting retailers. What have her travels taught her about effective marketing tactics that will help you generate growth in 2025?

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What bathroom design trends will define 2025?

Jorge Hernandez thinks 2025 is already shaping up to be a year of innovation for the humble bathroom. So, with personalisation still remaining popular, what trends are leading the way this year?

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One last thing… Jo Geddes

The new year is well underway and as we settle into 2025, the design director at Kitchens by JS Geddes talks about the variety of work in kitchen design, following in her father’s footsteps, and her love of Taylor Swift…

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How emotional intelligence tripled my sales

After dismissing a string of showroom managers who didn’t fit her ethos, Quarrybank’s co-owner says the problem was a lack of emotional intelligence. But how can other retailers apply this?

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How do you measure your marketing?

As the KBB buying process is so unique, it can be hard for retailers to measure success. However, performance marketing specialist Leon Calverley from Door4 says there are better methods than just tracking every metric under the sun

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“Accessibility can still mean luxury”

The kbbreview Interview: Adrian Stoneham

One last thing… Robert Ginsberg

Home movers are the ultimate KBB clients

Blum on.. Rising Stars

Tool theft: What do retailers think needs to be done?

Tool theft: What do the politicians think?

Community engagement can make your showroom thrive

Giving away a free kitchen tripled my sales

Has kitchen design lost its spark?

Are retailers transparent enough about costs?

One last thing… Darren Taylor

Buster and Punch: Pulling no punches

Retailers, is it time to try something new with your marketing?

What bathroom design trends will define 2025?

One last thing… Jo Geddes

How emotional intelligence tripled my sales

How do you measure your marketing?

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