{"id":12114,"date":"2026-10-22T15:57:14","date_gmt":"2026-10-22T15:57:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kevinbarry.com\/?p=12114"},"modified":"2026-10-22T15:57:15","modified_gmt":"2026-10-22T15:57:15","slug":"always-in-good-company","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kevinbarry.com\/always-in-good-company\/","title":{"rendered":"Always in Good Company"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We\u2019re so excited to share our Winter \u201926 issue of ELEVATE by KBAA. As we turn the corner on an incredible year, we wanted to reflect on the value of togetherness. We believe hospitality, or being in good company as we\u2019ve defined it in this issue, is one of the most meaningful human experiences. Friendliness, generosity, and the simple privilege of welcoming friends, visitors, or even strangers into our lives are among the great joys we get to share.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-issuu wp-block-embed-issuu\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"In Good Company\" src=\"https:\/\/e.issuu.com\/embed.html?u=kbaa&#038;d=in_good_company\" style=\"border:none; width: 1280px; height: 982px;\" allow=\"clipboard-write,allow-top-navigation,allow-top-navigation-by-user-activation,allow-downloads,allow-scripts,allow-same-origin,allow-popups,allow-modals,allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox,allow-forms\"  allowfullscreen=\"true\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Note: Our magazine is hosted through Issuu, which requires cookies to display. Please enable cookies in your browser and refresh if the viewer doesn&#8217;t load.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The stories throughout this issue reflect the spirit KBAA has always carried. KBAA is a family company in the truest sense, founded by Kevin Barry and now alongside his children, with Allison leading as President and John as Principal. But KBAA is also a family in the broader sense. We\u2019re all in this together. In every professional relationship, we aim to balance exceptional, elevated service with the grounding reality that we\u2019re all simply people looking for joy, connection, and fulfillment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/kevinbarry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Kbaa_NovBlog1_02_sm-960x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12118\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kevinbarry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Kbaa_NovBlog1_02_sm-960x1024.png 960w, https:\/\/kevinbarry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Kbaa_NovBlog1_02_sm-281x300.png 281w, https:\/\/kevinbarry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Kbaa_NovBlog1_02_sm-768x819.png 768w, https:\/\/kevinbarry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Kbaa_NovBlog1_02_sm.png 1374w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Inside, you\u2019ll journey through the beautiful art program at <a href=\"https:\/\/kevinbarry.com\/project\/cameo-beverly-hills\/\">Cameo Beverly Hills<\/a>, a hidden retreat within one of the world\u2019s most iconic neighborhoods. The curation balances timeless glamour with modern ease as part of Hilton\u2019s LXR Hotels &amp; Resorts collection. You\u2019ll also experience our program for Sofitel New York, recently recognized by the AHEAD Awards for excellence in hospitality and design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"690\" src=\"https:\/\/kevinbarry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Kbaa_NovBlog1_03_sm-1024x690.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12120\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kevinbarry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Kbaa_NovBlog1_03_sm-1024x690.png 1024w, https:\/\/kevinbarry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Kbaa_NovBlog1_03_sm-300x202.png 300w, https:\/\/kevinbarry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Kbaa_NovBlog1_03_sm-768x518.png 768w, https:\/\/kevinbarry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Kbaa_NovBlog1_03_sm.png 1374w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beyond our featured projects, this issue explores the many ways human connection shapes the spaces and experiences around us. From our prediction of a human-made renaissance in 2027 to the enduring practice of ceramics, each story celebrates the value of craft and connection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"690\" src=\"https:\/\/kevinbarry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Kbaa_NovBlog1_04_sm-1024x690.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12121\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kevinbarry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Kbaa_NovBlog1_04_sm-1024x690.png 1024w, https:\/\/kevinbarry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Kbaa_NovBlog1_04_sm-300x202.png 300w, https:\/\/kevinbarry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Kbaa_NovBlog1_04_sm-768x518.png 768w, https:\/\/kevinbarry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Kbaa_NovBlog1_04_sm.png 1374w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our &#8220;In Good Company&#8221; issue was created as a celebration of togetherness and with the belief that small gestures of hospitality can make all the difference. 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