Kohler opens its first Signature Store in KSA
Kohler Co, a global leader in kitchen and bath design and innovation, has announced the launch of its first Signature Store (KSS) in Saudi Arabia. This landmark showroom in Riyadh, developed in partnership with Bayt Al Ebaa and designed by the internationally acclaimed Kristina Zanic Consultants (KZC), marks a significant milestone in Kohler's commitment to transforming lifestyles through bold design, sustainable innovation, and immersive experiences, said the company in a statement.
The Riyadh KSS is an experiential space that showcases Kohler's 151-year legacy of craftsmanship and innovation. It is designed to inspire visitors through a series of thoughtfully curated environments—from A Meditation in Contrast to The Conscious Escape, Midnight Reverie, The Edit Room, and Past Perfect, a timeless suite that blends modern and traditional design languages, Kohler stated.
The store also introduces Kallista, Kohler's luxury brand known for its exquisite American craftsmanship and design heritage.
This immersive showroom is more than a retail space; it is a creative hub that integrates sustainable solutions, cutting-edge technology, and engaging content to elevate the quality of life for its visitors, the company added. Highlights include Kohler's Anthem+ digital showering system featuring Invigoration steam, SoundTile shower speakers, and an innovative Veil smart toilet in Honed Black, part of Kohler's 'Design Changes Everything' campaign.
'Our mission is to help people live more gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives—and this store embodies that vision," said David Kohler, Chair and CEO of Kohler Co. 'The launch of our first signature store in Saudi Arabia provides a terrific opportunity to invite the region to transform its expectations of daily living, showcase exceptional design, and build strong relationships to delight customers.'
Kohler said its mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives resonates deeply with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030, particularly the Quality-of-Life Program, which aims to enhance lifestyle, promote healthy living, and foster sustainability.
The KSS Riyadh store represents the first of many planned in the Kingdom, reinforcing Kohler's long-term commitment to supporting Saudi Arabia's transformative journey toward a more vibrant and sustainable future, the company said.
'This partnership reflects a shared vision—to empower Saudi homes with transformative, future-ready living solutions,' said Abdullah Hakmi, CEO of Bayt Al Ebaa. 'This isn't just a store. It's a canvas for aspiration.'
The aesthetic direction and spatial storytelling of the showroom were developed in collaboration with KZC, known for its sophisticated, human-centric design sensibility.
'Design is at its most powerful when it evokes emotion and transforms experiences,' said Kristina Zanic, Founder of KZC. 'Kohler's Riyadh Signature Store is a celebration of craftsmanship, technology, and sensory engagement—we wanted every detail to feel both intimate and inspirational.'-TradeArabia
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