Volume 33: March/April

Aug 29

It’s Our Birthday

If you haven’t heard us shout about it yet, 2024 is a big year for Kirk Riley Design. This year we celebrate our 20th anniversary!! Kirk Riley Design was started while I was still living in Southern California and continued working on projects there while I relocated to Seattle. I knew I wanted to be in a city and Seattle reminded me of Long Beach, also a port city, and a favorite that I lived in for several years. The first year was exciting as my business launched doing a showcase house that was also featured on a national program.

A Few Favorites

Years ago I got the opportunity to design a bathroom for Bath Crashers on DIY Network. Anyone remember that show where they would “find a couple” in a home improvement store and offer to help remodel their bathroom? That was fun to get to be so creative in the design and see all of the behind-the-scenes action for a week.

Having one of our kitchens featured in Portrait magazine (pictured above) over several glossy pages was also a proud moment.

Finally, being able to support Providence O’Christmas Tree for 10 years has been an incredibly fulfilling and heart-warming experience to contribute to.

On the Horizon

KBIS, the national annual kitchen and bath show, is a great way to get motivated for fresh product launches in the new year just before spring starts! This year did not disappoint as materials and appliances continue to push the envelope for creativity and functionality.

Color, color, and more color is what you are going to see more of in your kitchen and bathroom designs. You know we are always finding ways to use color in our designs so this is really exciting for us! Manufacturers are constantly working on the development of customization of handles and finishes. Think brass fronts, leather pulls, and custom color options for your refrigerators and ranges. Sound good? We are sure to see even more of this coming in the next couple of years.