Hello. My name is Erik Martin and I am a reporter for HomeStyle, a nationally syndicated home improvement/design section published weekly in newspapers across the country (visit omaha.com/inspiredhome for samples). I’m looking to interview interior designers, remodeling experts, and homeowners who are planning or have recently completed a remodel for the following topic:
A BACKSPLASH WITH PANACHE: EXAMINING THE HOTTEST MATERIALS, COLORS, PATTERNS AND STYLES IN KITCHEN BACKSPLASHES. This story will explore the latest trends in kitchen backsplash designs, materials, colors and patterns. Below is a list of questions I’m seeking answers to. I can either conduct a phone or email interview (with the latter, please email me back full-sentence written responses that I can use as quotes). My deadline is noon central time, Tuesday, July 26.
QUESTIONS: 1. (THIS QUESTION FOR HOMEOWNERS ONLY) Why are you planning or why did you recently complete a new backsplash in your kitchen? What materials/colors/patterns/design scheme did you choose and why? What did it replace? How is your new backsplash a focal point/major design element in your kitchen? Any tips for fellow homeowners about backsplashes? What is your full name, and city/state location? 2. (NEXT QUESTIONS ARE FOR THE EXPERTS) Why is the backsplash such an important element/focal point in the kitchen today? 3. What are the newest/most interesting trends when it comes to backsplash designs, patterns, materials and colors today? 4. What should homeowners consider carefully before having a backsplash installed in a new or remodeled kitchen? 5. What is the general low-to-high price range, with labor + materials, for a kitchen backsplash? 6. Any other thoughts, tips or suggestions on this topic? 7. What is your full name, title, company, city/state location, and email address?
