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KBIS 2024 & 2025 A Look Back and What to Expect

KBIS 2024 & 2025: A Look Back and What to Expect

If you’re into kitchen and bathroom design, KBIS 2025 is an event you donโ€™t want to miss. Itโ€™s the largest kitchen and bath industry event in North America, bringing together the best designers, suppliers, and innovations all in one place. Hosted by the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), itโ€™s your chance to check out the latest products, attend expert-led workshops, and meet industry leaders. Whether you’re looking for inspiration, the newest technology, or global design trends, KBIS 2025 will give you an amazing experience. Visit this Kitchen and bath expo at the Las Vegas convention center from February 25-27 to see whatโ€™s coming next in kitchen and bath design.

KBIS is the ultimate Las Vegas show for anyone in the kitchen and bathroom design world, bringing together the best products, ideas, and professionals. Itโ€™s North Americaโ€™s largest event of its kind, hosted by the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA).

Why should you attend KBIS 2025?

Explore the Latest Products: Over 670 companies will showcase the newest innovations in KBB design, all under one roof in Las Vegas.

Gain Valuable Knowledge: Attend informative sessions and workshops covering trending topics like business strategies, wellness, sustainability, and cutting-edge technology.

Network with Experts: Meet top designers, suppliers, and industry leaders, and make connections that could boost your career.

Experience Global Trends: With a diverse range of attendees, youโ€™ll get to see how design ideas and trends differ across the globe.

Interactive Demos: Dive into hands-on experiences with live demonstrations and displays that let you explore new designs and technologies firsthand.

KBIS 2025 will take place from February 25-27 in Las Vegas.

What to Expect at KBIS 2025?

1. NEXTStage in South Hall

Daily Design Talks: Hear from some of the biggest names in the design world as they discuss what’s trending and what’s next.

Tuesday, February 25: Designers Thom Filicia, Michel Smith Boyd, Celerie Kemble, and Caleb Anderson will share their personal experiences and insights.

Wednesday, February 26: Ferguson presents “Selective Luxury: The Art of Intentional Design”โ€”a session on creating stylish, comfortable spaces that really reflect your personal taste.

Thursday, February 27: Tricia Zach from NKBA will dive into the hottest kitchen and bath trends for 2025, including wellness-focused spaces and tech-savvy bathrooms.

2. Global Connect International Hub

โ€ข International Exhibitors: Over 75 global companies, including brands from Brazil, Germany, the UK, and Italy, will showcase their latest products and design innovations.

โ€ข Global Connect Lounge & Kiosks: A great place to network with international exhibitors and North American designers, plus catch insightful presentations.

3. Discovery District

โ€ข Innovation Showcase: Explore cutting-edge products and design concepts that are shaping the future of KBB.

4. NKBA Booth SL3125

โ€ข Professional Development: Stop by the NKBA booth for free professional headshots, get insider tips from award-winning designers, and check out the Kitchen & Bath Pro Hub for the latest industry insights.

5. Award Ceremonies

โ€ข DesignBites (Tuesday, February 25, 12:00 PM โ€“ 1:30 PM): Discover the newest and most exciting KBB products as part of this dynamic showcase.

โ€ข Best of KBIS Awards (Wednesday, February 26, 4:00 PM โ€“ 5:00 PM): Celebrate the top products in categories like Best Kitchen, Best Bath, Sustainable Designs, Wellness, Innovation, and Overall Best Product.

6. Networking Opportunities

โ€ข The BASH (Wednesday, February 26, 8:30 PM โ€“ 12:30 AM): Let loose with music, dancing, and a great atmosphere at one of Las Vegas’ best clubs.

โ€ข IBS Closing Concert with Chris Janson (Thursday, February 27, 5:00 PM โ€“ 7:30 PM): Wrap up the week with an exclusive concert by country music star Chris Janson.

Looking Back at KBIS 2024: KBIS 2024 Highlights

KBIS 2024 was a massive event, drawing in over 117,000 people as part of Design & Construction Week. More than 41,500 attendees came just for KBIS itself, and there were over 670 exhibitorsโ€”30% more than last year. 260 of them were new this year, and 200 were from other countries, showing a big increase in international presence.

Key Trends and Innovations:

At the event, four main trends stood out:

โ€ข Sustainability: Products and designs that are better for the environment.
โ€ข Wellness: Items focused on improving comfort and health.
โ€ข Personalization: Custom solutions tailored to personal preferences.
โ€ข Smart Technology: The latest high-tech gadgets for kitchens and bathrooms.

New Additions to the Event:

โ€ข NEXTStage: Talks on the latest trends in the industry.
โ€ข LUXURY Lounge: A special space for discussing high-end design.
โ€ข Global Connect Program: A new initiative to connect international brands with the event.

Award Winners for Best Booths:

โ€ข KOHLER: Best Overall Booth
โ€ข LAPITEC: Best Small Booth
โ€ข TECHLAM: Best Medium Booth
โ€ข House of Rohl: Best Large Booth

Concluding Thoughts

KBIS 2025 is more than just a typical eventโ€”it’s a celebration of new ideas, creativity, and the future of kitchen and bathroom design. The event will have a full schedule of learning sessions, chances to meet new people, and displays of the latest products and trends. It’s an important event for anyone who wants to stay updated in the design world. Whether you’re interested in sustainability, wellness, or smart technology, KBIS 2025 has something for every design professional. For more information and to register, visit the official KBIS website.