KBB Top Product Picks for your kitchen

Kitchen & Bath Business (KBB) recently interviewed me about my favorite kitchen products. It is hard to narrow it down to a list of just five, but that's all KBB would allow me to include. From the article:

First on his list are Oceanside Glasstile mosaics. Not only are the tiles made of 20 to 86 percent recycled glass (depending on the color), "they're gorgeous and work well with curves," said Freed, who likes to incorporate arced walls into his designs. For an added punch of color, he pairs the tiles with grout in a cool tone.

For countertops, although several materials have caught his eye, Alkemi by Renewed Materials (5) especially piques his interest because of its unique appearance. Formed of 100 percent recycled scrap aluminum set into a resin, Alkemi comes in different colors and offers an intriguing alternative for those, like Freed, who are tired of granite.

Another company that transforms recycled metal into beautiful product is Eleek. Freed likes the company's aluminum tiles, which can be applied to an entire countertop or backsplash, and its sinks, which are available in aluminum or bronze and an assortment of shapes (Ellipse is shown) and bowl configurations..."