Retail Observer

APRIL 2023 RETAILOBSERVER.COM 17 tailored and refined style and proportions. Both collections feature striking finishes with hardware wrapped in hand-stitched, sustainably sourced, Greenguard Gold Certified, durable leather. The Brass Collection presents a bold elegant aesthetic, based on the fundamentals of classical architecture, in gold and polished hues. The Titanium Collection presents a contemporary luxury aesthetic rooted in the art of reductionism, with sleek lines and dark-charcoal muted tones. "When embarking on this collaboration, I wanted to design pieces that were thought-provoking and inspirational, something unlike anything else currently in the market," said Anuszkiewicz. "With the collection, we're bringing something truly unique, as it pushes the boundaries of what people have come to expect of appliances." Monogram is also joining design forces with Kohler, a global leader in the design and manufacturing of kitchen and bath products, to unveil complementary finishes at KBIS. The collection will debut its collaboration with Kohler's luxury brand, KALLISTA. The dark-charcoal muted tones and sleek lines of Monogram's Titanium collections pair with the cool undertones of KALLISTA's Gunmetal finish, while the gold and polished hues of Monogram's Brass collection complement the warmth of KALLISTA's Unlacquered Brass finish. Monogram is also partnering with the Keeler Brass Company, one of the most renowned hardware brands in the U.S., to produce the handles in its Designer Collection. The partnership embodies a shared dedication to quality craftsmanship and a long history in the luxury space. The Monogram Designer Collection by Richard Anuszkiewicz starts at $1,400 and is available at select Monogram dealers. For more on this collection, visit monogram.com. To see the new Designer Collection in person at KBIS or to book a media tour, email GEAppliances@allisonpr.com. See here for more images of top news and kitchen vignettes from KBIS. ABOUT RICHARD T. ANUSZKIEWICZ Richard T. Anuszkiewicz (ANNA-SKEV-ICH) – highlighted as a 2020 Traditional Home Magazine "Rising Star" and 2019 Kitchen+Bath Business Person of the Year – is a recognized kitchen and bath design authority. A 2019 NKBA Insider, 2018 Coverings Emerging Leader, 2017 Kitchen and Bath Design News Industry Innovator, Modenus Top 10 Design Influencer, and Washingtonian Style Setter, Richard is the creative director of Monogram Appliances and an interior designer specializing in kitchen and bath based in Nashville, TN. Richard is a 2010 graduate of the Virginia Tech NKBA accredited Residential Design program and an alumnus of the inaugural NKBA Top 30 Under 30 program in 2013. Richard is a respected keynote speaker presenting nationally at premier industry events, including Dwell on Design Los Angeles, Design Chicago, Wanted Design New York, DDA Toronto, KBIS, and IBS Las Vegas and Orlando. Richard has been highlighted in numerous high-profile publications such as Vanity Fair, Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, Luxe, The Washington Post, The Editor At Large, Robb Report, HGTV, and more. FOTILE DEBUTED NEW AND INNOVATIVE KITCHEN APPLIANCES AT KBIS 2023 Latest launches include sleek cooktops and diverse range hoods FOTILE, a global leader in household appliances, unveiled various fresh kitchen innovations at the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS). With a rich history in designing, engineering and manufacturing unique and innovative kitchen solutions, FOTILE's selection of new appliances is intended to elevate homes of all types, shapes, and sizes worldwide. Expanding upon current ventilation technologies, FOTILE exhibited the world's first intelligent, self-adjusting Island Range Hood and Insert Range Hood available on the market: • 42" Island Range Hood | EA06C: Uniquely engineered to cover a larger cooking surface and prevent smoke from spreading throughout the home, the unit is 42 inches in width, features capture shields on both sides, and can open up to a 55-degree angle. A powerful DC motor delivers substantial and smoother extraction power that seamlessly whisks away smoke, steam, or grease, and the Auto Turbo System ensures consistent and efficient ventilation.

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