Joining a buying group for your luxury kitchen and bath showroom offers many advantages. While enhanced buying power and cost savings are significant benefits, surveys show that the most valued aspect is the long-lasting relationships formed within the group. Read about some key benefits of membership.
This year’s trends feature a variety of textures, including fluting, ribbing, and knurling on faucets, hardware, and vanities. Fluting is increasingly seen in freestanding bathtubs and sinks, with a wide array of styles and colors showcased by vendors. The popularity of matte textures remains strong.
LPG announces 30% YoY growth through new members and vendors.
April 14, 2025
Artistic Hardware in Northfield, NJ, earned recognition as the esteemed “LPG Showroom of the Year.” Owner Pat McCarthy accepted the award, which is given to a member with exceptional growth in both volume and number of vendor partners. According to MacDowell, the Artistic Hardware showroom was a clear winner in 2025.
Battersby Danielson Azbell (BDA) in Westfield, Indiana, is a unique firm in the PHCP-PVF industry, as CEO Bob Danielson, Kelsey Richter's father, did not want it to be a family business. Richter, who worked at a Marriott front desk, spent months trying to get a job at BDA after being approached by Showroom Manager Sue Hayes.