Clerestory, the first kitchen and bath design software to generate proposals in hours instead of days, today announced the public launch of its technology that will allow designers to seamlessly adjust prices, track revisions, and perfect the proposal from submission through final approval. The software categorizes more than 200,000 of the latest kitchen and bath products ensuring designers have access…
Beko is the NKBA’s 2023 DesignBites “Brand with the Biggest Bite” winner for its HarvestFresh refrigerator technology. This “speed dating for brands” initiative showcases the latest innovations and coolest designs for the kitchen and bath marketplace. Ten brands, including one “wild card” brand from NKBA’s pre-show product preview series, vie for the title of Brand with the Biggest Bite, and real-time…
Savant Systems, Inc., a leader in smart home and smart power, has announced the addition of Zonna Energy and Stellavolta.com as US distributors for their category-defining Savant Power System energy management solutions. Zonna Energy and Stellavolta.com join Soligent Distribution, WAVE Electronics and Supplied Energy as part of Savant’s growing distribution network. “Savant is excited to expand our brand reach across…
Klipsch, a leading premium global audio company, is pleased to announce the addition of the larger, more powerful, and dynamic The Nines and The Sevens powered speakers to its award-winning lineup of Heritage Wireless series of speakers, which includes The Fives (2020). Designed with luxury materials such as real wood veneer and tactile switches and knobs, Klipsch Heritage Wireless speakers blend…
Sharp Home Electronics Company of America (SHCA) will be returning to the 2023 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) in Las Vegas, NV, from January 31 to February 2, to exhibit its full suite of kitchen appliances alongside lifestyle and sustainability expert Danny Seo. Sharp Home Appliances will display its latest innovations, including its Smart Dishwasher, Built-In Smart Convection Microwave Drawer™ Oven, Smart Convection Wall Oven…
Samsung is unlocking the next level of home appliance customization with its first-ever Bespoke refrigerator that can be personalized with your original designs, artwork or favorite photos. MyBespoke custom panels help inspire you to create a one-of-a-kind fridge so you can personalize your kitchen like never before. “Individual expression and a distinct personal style continue to be major trends in…
Nokia and Samsung have decided to sign a new multi-year patent license agreement after the previous one expired at the end of last year. Nokia’s new cross-license patent agreement with Samsung was announced on January 23, 2023. The agreement will see Nokia’s inventions in 5G and other forward-thinking technologies shared with Samsung, with the company making royalty payments to Nokia in return…
In an effort specifically designed to build upon its founding mission, the 8K Association today announced that it has retained Mike Fidler, the highly regarded consumer entertainment veteran, as its new executive director. Fidler will be responsible for furthering the adoption and implementation of 8K and its entire ecosystem – including the growing number and variety of compatible products –…
AudioControl (audiocontrol.com) has appointed Innovative Consulting and Marketing as sales representation for Arizona and Las Vegas. “AudioControl is excited to work with Patrick Boyer and his team to reach top dealers and integrators across Arizona and Las Vegas,” stated Chris Kane, Vice President of Sales & Marketing at AudioControl. “We have created the most innovative, high-performance line of home entertainment products for…
A core philosophy of Azione Unlimited, The Smart Home Association is having ‘less vendors and piling it on.’ That statement rings true in 2023 as the carefully curated roster of vendors expanded to include Leon, NAD, Bluesound, Hunter Douglas, and Lowell. “Adding vendor members, especially to this extent, is nearly unprecedented for Azione because we don’t collect lines; we cherish them,” said…