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      <![CDATA[Get expert insights from Melissa Rasico, the National Showroom Manager at Winsupply, who has over 30 years of experience in showroom management and is an authority in the luxury plumbing sector.]]>
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      <title>Attracting luxury designers to your showroom</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Opening your showroom space to the design community is imperative to building stronger relationships. Assisting the design community with design spaces helps attract a clientele that encourages creativity. You can add value to your showroom by optimizing display samples for various custom looks.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 06 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Fifteen benefits of joining a buying group</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>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.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 21 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Textures, water filtration and air drying among popular trends at KBIS 2025</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>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.</p><br>]]>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 14 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Additions to your showroom to meet the needs of aging homeowners and businesses</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>"Aging in place" allows individuals to remain in their homes as they grow older, rather than relocating to assisted living facilities. This concept presents a chance for designers to create safe and welcoming spaces that cater to clients' needs, regardless of their budget.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 09 Mar 2025 23:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>To train or not to train: KBIS presents perfect educational opportunity for showroom pros</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Should we train or not? Is that even a question? Continuing education is crucial in most industries, especially in the Kitchen and Bath sector, where professionals must stay updated on trends, technologies, and design.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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