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An unprecedented change has taken place in the Kitchens, Bathrooms and Bedrooms sector over the last 30 years, transforming the domestic home. This has been assisted by increased wealth and increased expectations of the general public resulting in major lifestyle changes which currently shows little chance of abating.
Kitchens and bathrooms were traditionally installed by joiners and plumbers with bedrooms furnished with free standing furniture. Much has changed in that intervening period with the design of the kitchen focussed around electrical appliances and bathrooms diverted from purely functional rooms to design focused sanctuaries aimed at relaxation.
The Kitchen, Bathroom and Bedroom (KBB) sector has reached a crucial stage where markets continue to increase, but the skills needed to design and install the advanced equipment are becoming more scarce.
In addition, the traditional skills of the joiner and plumber are being questioned with more specific activities relating to kitchen, bathroom and bedroom installation being developed. With a market of £5 billion per year in the UK the KBB sector is a significant part of the construction industry and one which needs the skills supply maintained to meet demand.
The KBB National Training Group is the first co-ordinated body of its type made up from representatives of the KBB industry who are looking to channel their support and assistance to address the skills issue. The National Training Group intend to engage and consult with Industry leaders to ensure that development of relevant training and education reflects the quality and professionalism expected by today's consumer.
The KBB NTG Board
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