THIS year marks 40 years of kbb Birmingham, the UK’s leading trade show for kitchens, bedrooms, and bathrooms, which returns to the NEC from 1-4 March 2026, says the company. The biennial event will showcase over 320 top brands across more than 25 product categories, highlighting the latest innovations and design trends from over 20 countries. Drawing more than 17,000 visitors, the event has grown over the past four decades into the ultimate meeting place for senior decision-makers in the residential, retail, design, and contract industries. It consistently brings together leading brands, innovators, and influencers from the entire supply chain.
Sam Fisher, event director at kbb Birmingham, comments: ‘We’re delighted to welcome the kbb industry back to the NEC and celebrate 40 years of kbb Birmingham. With a vibrant mix of future-focused exhibitors ready to unveil the latest in design, technology, and innovation, kbb Birmingham promises to be an unmissable experience. Whether you’re a retailer, installer, buyer, or designer, this is your opportunity to discover fresh ideas and uncover design trends, connect with industry professionals, and shape the future of kitchens, bedrooms, and bathrooms,’ says the company.
kbb Birmingham says it will showcase a diverse selection of Europe’s most established and prestigious kitchen, bedroom and bathroom brands, from respected industry leaders to new additions. Confirmed exhibitors include Ca’Pietra, Abrora Ceramics, Disbain, Aqualisa, Turkish Ceramics, Stokes Tiles, Lamar Ceramics Ltd., Servicanto, Caledonia Kitchens, Smeg, Sachsen Kuchen, Transformad and SURYA.
Innovation Awards in partnership with Blum
Once again, the winners of the kbb Birmingham Innovation Awards, in partnership with Blum UK, will be announced live at the show. Now in its 11th year, the awards celebrate the most creative and forward-thinking solutions from brands across the sector, shaping the future of the industry, says kbb Birmingham. Categories are ‘Best Sustainable Design’, ‘Judge’s Choice’ and ‘People’s Choice’ which is voted for by attendees during the show. Shortlisted nominees are due to be announced ahead of the event, and visitors will be able to see the shortlisted products for an essential preview of some of the most exciting designs from the KBB sector. The judging panel features industry leaders Diane Berry, managing director at Diane Berry Kitchens; Andy Davies, managing director of Taylist Media; Emma Hedges, editor at KBBFocus; and Toby Russell, head of sales at Blum UK.
Better Stands initiative
Better Stands is a flagship sustainability initiative from Informa, the organisers of kbb Birmingham, aimed at reducing exhibition stand waste across EMEA events. Better Stands supports kbb exhibitors to ensure stands are utilising reusable alternatives which are simultaneously more environmentally friendly but also more efficient and cost-effective. Reusable structures can streamline setup and take down times, reduce design and build costs, and enable investment into higher-quality, more impactful stands, says the company.
It adds: ‘There will be plenty of inspiration for visitors looking to update surface solutions in their homes, alongside countless design ideas and innovations from kitchen décor and bathroom accessories to components and appliances.’
‘As the industry gathers at the NEC to celebrate this landmark year, kbb Birmingham continues to set the standard for excellence, inspiration, and opportunity in the world of kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom design.’
www.kbb.co.uk
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