JG Kitchens

JANUARY 10, 2024

I have a theory. I think the dip in certain wellness trends in the latest American Institute of Architects’ Home Design Survey were caused by high costs. Mortgage rates, home prices and more expensive building materials likely all played key roles. Check out 4Q23 trends and insights in my latest Forbes.com article here. Homes with […] The post Architects’ Latest Survey Shows Mixed Home And Neighborhood Wellness Trends comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness De

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DECEMBER 27, 2023

The first time I tracked a hurricane, I was alone in Tampa with my young stepdaughter. My then-husband was away on a work trip. I was prepared, but scared anyway! I was still a relatively new Floridian and it was the first big storm threatening to slam into our region. It turned south and hit as a Category Four two hours away. (I later worked on a rebuild from that storm.

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DECEMBER 6, 2023

I grew up in a home with its washer-dryer pair in the darkest corner of our basement, next to the oil burner, and two flights down from our bedrooms. Laundry was not a pleasant task for my mom, I’m sure. When my ex and I built our Tampa home, I added art, white cabinets and […] The post Wellness-Friendly Laundry-Mud Rooms Are a Big 2024 Home Trend Prediction comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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NOVEMBER 22, 2023

What are the hot trends for bathroom projects going into the new year? I shared six that are wellness related from the National Kitchen & Bath Association's authoritative new 2024 Bathroom Trends Research Report in my latest Forbes.com article. The post Six Wellness-Related Bathroom Design Trends For 2024 comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Real estate platform Zillow has published its list of hot 2024 residential real estate trend predictions. Of the six listed, four are wellness-enhancing. The post Hot 2024 Real Estate Trends Feature Wellness Benefits comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Did "falling back" last weekend kick your butt too? I've never felt its effects as strongly as I have this time. Yeesh! I reached out to an occupational therapist with expertise in sleep and home environments for her insights. The post Simple Home Changes Can Offset Negative Time Change Effects comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2023

There's a section on potential discounts from insurers. There are also lots of tips for improvements to make your home more resilient against hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires and earthquakes. The post Resilience Features Can Help Protect Your Home from Natural Disasters comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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JG Kitchens

OCTOBER 18, 2023

I recently posted about eight wellness design trends for your kitchen that emerged from the new NKBA 2024 Kitchen Design Trends Report. All of those looked at trends that tie to both wellness design and sustainability. This week’s post returns to that report with a focus on wellness and innovation. One theme that emerged strongly […] The post Five 2024 Wellness-Enhancing Smart Home Trends For Your Kitchen comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consulta

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

This is great news! It means that individual households will be gaining safety and accessibility, making it easier for them to continue independent living. It's also great news for those who will eventually buy these homes. It means they can better handle temporary injuries that might have them on crutches or in a wheelchair for a period of time. It also means they can entertain guests who have these needs temporarily or permanently.

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

I've enjoyed using steam showers and saunas at spas and would love to have one in my forever home. If you've been curious about adding one (or both) to yours, you'll want to check out my latest article on the topic. Either of these wellness amenities can enhance your health and resale value. The post Wellness Benefits of Home Saunas and Steam Showers comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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JG Kitchens

AUGUST 16, 2023

My sister has hay fever and pet allergies. I got lucky in those respects, but I have very sensitive skin. I wanted to address both allergens and sensitivity triggers in our home environments with practical solutions, and was delighted to find three experts who could contribute to this topic. The post Dealing With Home-Based Allergies And Sensitivities comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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AUGUST 9, 2023

What my parents' generation knew, (like those before and afterward), is that there are many benefits to owning a home, both financial and not. That's why I'm so passionate about young parents being able to become homeowners today too. Here's what the experts I interviewed had to say about why, and how, to achieve this. The post Here’s How Gen Z Can Become Homeowners (And Why They Should) comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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JULY 12, 2023

If you're an Amazon Prime subscriber, you're probably already aware of the Prime Days "holiday" that started yesterday. There are some savings available. I'm not recommending particular products so much as product ideas to enhance the wellness potential of your home. The post 10 Healthy Home-Inspired Amazon Prime Day Deal Ideas comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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JG Kitchens

JULY 5, 2023

I promised equal time for she sheds, and I'm delivering here. Along with tips and trends from three pros, there's lots of gorgeous eye candy. The post Tips And Trends For Sensation She Shed Spaces comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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JG Kitchens

MAY 31, 2023

It’s become my annual tradition to write something military-related for Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day in my weekly articles for Forbes.com. I wrote yesterday‘s about a legendary military family who lived in Coronado, one of my favorite towns in California. You might have read or heard about them. James “Jim” Stockdale was the senior American […] The post A Family Home, Hidden Messages, POW History Recalled In New Book comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD,

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JG Kitchens

MAY 17, 2023

I recently put an offer in on a house for sale in my neighborhood. One of its strong attractions was its spacious fenced back yard; there’s a lot I can do with that space, I thought to myself. Alas, I was outbid, but it still rekindled my passion for great outdoor spaces. Maybe you share […] The post Experts Share New Outdoor Kitchen Ideas And Trends comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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MAY 3, 2023

The good news is, you don't need a patio or yard to add a water feature to your home, so condo and apartment dwellers rejoice! The post Water Features Add Architectural Flair, Wellness Benefits And Real Estate Enhancements To A Home comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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APRIL 19, 2023

No one is going to argue that these past three years have been exceptionally difficult for many people around the country and around the world. The post Staying Resilient in Tough Times comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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APRIL 12, 2023

What do women – and men – want? What are folks’ top wellness priorities? According to a recent industry survey, these top the list: 1) mental well-being; 2) healthy diet; 3) physical fitness. How do these show up in the choices people make in where they live and what they change in their home spaces? […] The post These Three Wellness Factors Top Latest Healthy Homes Survey comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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MARCH 22, 2023

I was thrilled to learn last week that the piece I’d written for CNN.com in January after a six-year-old Virginia boy grabbed his mom’s gun and shot his teacher was finally going to publish. Guns are now the leading cause of child mortality. That. Should. Not. Be! And it doesn’t have to be, as my […] The post An Often Overlooked Solution to Prevent Accidental Gun Deaths comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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JG Kitchens

MARCH 15, 2023

I’m extremely fortunate that neither of my parents suffered from any forms of dementia, but my sister and I are in our 60s now and not immune. I hope we continue unimpaired – and that you and your loved ones do too. Unfortunately, the number of Americans impacted by this condition will nearly triple in […] The post Experts Share Advice On Making Homes Safer And More Comfortable For People With Dementia comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant

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FEBRUARY 22, 2023

This is not a political blog, but sometimes politics, home design and housing intersect and I explore those occasions when I feel I can be helpful. I did that in my latest Forbes.com article on fair housing barriers that persist to this day. The post Food for Thought #23: We Shouldn’t Need Black History Month But… comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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FEBRUARY 15, 2023

One of my health experts shared a study in my latest article that says relaxing in front of a fire can help your mind and body destress. Heck, yeah! (The fact that having a fireplace also enhances the appeal of a real estate listing is also a plus.) The post Add a Fireplace To Your Home for Wellness and Resale! comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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JANUARY 25, 2023

I'm also glad that I have so many pieces of his art and craft pieces around Chez J, my San Diego townhouse, to celebrate his love and talent with whenever my eye falls on one of them. I wrote about the "Comfort and Joy" element of that for Apartment Therapy recently. The post My Father Died Almost 5 Years Ago — But He Still Lives in My Townhouse comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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JG Kitchens

JANUARY 11, 2023

You don't have to choose between the planet, product performance and the people in your life when planning a kitchen remodel. The attributes come together on many fronts, including some of the most popular choices, according to Houzz.com. The post Sustainability Meets Wellness In 2023 Kitchen Renovations Trends Survey comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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DECEMBER 7, 2022

Are you planning any home improvements for the new year? If the answer is yes — and you're health-conscious — you're going to want to read my latest piece! I went to three pros to discover the best in materials, technology and kitchen, bath and laundry room upgrades for your health and home. The post Best Healthy Home Upgrades For 2023 comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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NOVEMBER 9, 2022

I don’t have a new article link to share with you today as my Gold Notes featured post. I think that’s OK. This is what I’m thinking about and working on this season. You’ll see links soon enough in this space! I’m researching the metaverse’s potential for older adults like myself. What can it do […]. The post What I’m Working On and Thinking About comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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OCTOBER 26, 2022

Every year the National Kitchen & Bath Association, my first professional membership group as a designer, surveys the industry about the top trends for the coming year. Here's my post on their 2023 report. The post Top 2023 Kitchen Design Trends comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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OCTOBER 19, 2022

You would think growing up in New York City would inure me to the impacts of noise. It didn’t. The cacophony of street noises — loud even from my 10th floor East Village apartment — was crazy-making. That and the harsh winters drove me away. Noise can impact more than hearing loss, according to the […]. The post How And Why To Reduce Noise At Home comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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OCTOBER 12, 2022

I predict a growing segment of the wellness design craft will be focused on creating residential cannabis consumption and cultivation spaces. I also share the risks of an uninformed or misinformed DIY setup. (Hint: You really don't want to stink up or, worse, blow up, your home!). The post Is There a Cannabis Grow Room In Your Future? comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

CEDIA, a huge tech expo, is coming up at the end of the month and my latest piece is both a show preview and look at what's hot in well-tech. The post New Smart Home Technology Expo Will Feature Wellness Enhancements comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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AUGUST 24, 2022

I wanted to spotlight a benefit that's getting next to no attention: an incentive that covers electric ranges and cooktops. Big deal, you say, remembering the red hot burners in your first apartment. Yeah, those stunk. But there's a newer type of electric cooking technology that has huge wellness potential. The post New Legislation Offers Wellness and Climate Benefits comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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AUGUST 3, 2022

How do you set up your kids for homework and studying success? My latest piece covers that. The post Back To School Tips And Trends For Fall 2022 comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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JULY 20, 2022

If you're a single person in your 50s or older, this is a must-read for you. If you're a Millennial or Zoomer looking for a way to save on housing and even start building equity, this piece will be helpful to you too! The post Golden Girls Revisited: The Wellness Benefits of Co-Living and Cohousing comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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JUNE 29, 2022

I've loved induction technology since I first tried it in 2008 at a Monogram designer training program. I didn't even know the science back then about the dangerous chemicals gas appliances leach into people's kitchens! I do now! The post Is Your Cooktop Slowly Killing You? comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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JUNE 8, 2022

This was definitely true for me in July 1992, after becoming a gunshot victim near my Los Angeles apartment. I don’t want to retell or relive all the painful details, so I’ll just say it took months of physical therapy to recover and more than a year of PTSD counseling to feel safe again. . The post Food For Thought #22: The Nexus Between Wellness Design and Gun Violence comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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MAY 25, 2022

Since it's Mental Health Awareness Month, I decided to reach out to some experts and devote a post to how wellness design can help your teenager. Here it is. I hope these insights help him, her or them. The post Wellness Design Can Help Support Teen Mental Health comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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