Today on Inside Design with Kandrac & Kole, Kelly and Joann talk about their much anticipated trip to the Kohler campus in Wisconsin. While there, they were able to tour the Kohler factory, visit the archive room, the Design Center and of course the infamous Kohler Spa. As interior designers, Kelly and Joann love to get a behind the scenes look at a brand and experience an immersion into not only the company’s products, but their culture. Tune in for insight into the Kohler brand.

IN THIS EPISODE: 

• [03:00] Joann and Kelly’s experience in Wisconsin visiting Kohler. 
• [09:00] More on the factory tour of Kohler. 
• [16:00] Checking out faucets, sinks, tubs, shower components and more at the Design Center.
• [20:00] Joann and Kelly discuss their favorite styles, finishes and technology on the Kohler website.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• A factory tour gives an intimate behind the scenes look into a company so that visitors can learn how products are crafted, the history of the company and how they prepare operations for the future. 
• Understanding the technology and craftsmanship of products helps designers build an allegiance to a particular brand.
• Taking the time to learn about new brands can open up opportunities and inspiration for design projects.

RESOURCE LINKS:

Kandrac & Kole Website

Kandrac & Kole on Instagram

Kandrac & Kole on YouTube

Kohler Website

BIO: 

Kandrac & Kole was voted one of Atlanta’s Top 20 Residential Interior Designs by the Atlanta Business Chronicle, and has been featured on HGTV as well as in The New York Times, Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles, Better Homes & Gardens, Southern Home Magazine and many others as well as participants of the One Room Challenge Spring 2020. Kandrac & Kole has established a well known reputation for their approachable, dynamic personalities, their signature use of color and pattern and their one of a kind, custom designs.

As industry experts for residential and commercial design, Joann Kandrac & Kelly Kole share upbeat and entertaining narratives regarding their design projects, travels and personal stories on their popular blog, their podcast and via national speaking engagements. Joann and Kelly’s love and commitment to the power of interior design also extends towards their charity work throughout the U.S. and Guatemala.

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