KBIS 2026 Showcases Latest Designs
CNET is covering KBIS live from Orlando, where brands are unveiling kitchen and bath tech innovations. Delta Faucet presented new bathroom collections focusing on intuitive, personalized design, while Kohler unveiled sustainable solutions emphasizing enameled cast iron. Country Living featured 8 designer-approved kitchen updates requiring no renovation.
- The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), the owner of the show, reports that transitional and organic/natural are the most popular kitchen styles for 2026, with a strong trend towards neutral colors, particularly greens, blues, and browns. - Keynote speaker Jaye Anna Mize, a global trend-forecaster, will discuss major cultural and technological dynamics shaping home design. The event will also feature discussions with designers like Mikel Welch and Tamara Day. - Kohler's sustainability focus includes the Anthem EvoCycle smart shower, which can save up to 80% of water usage, and the WasteLAB Vox sink, made from over 70% recycled manufacturing materials like ceramic and Vikrell. - Delta Faucet is introducing several new collections, including the minimalist Cordova™ kitchen line with optional Touch2O® hands-free technology, and the nature-inspired Bonacci™ bath collection. - Tech innovations on display include LG’s new dishwasher with a one-hour wash and dry cycle and a hidden induction cooktop concept from SKS Appliances that integrates directly into a stone countertop. - Personalization is a significant theme, with companies like Innovation Cabinetry showcasing technology that allows for real-time 3D rendering of outdoor kitchens made from durable materials. - The event is co-located with the International Builders' Show (IBS) as part of Design & Construction Week, with former NFL player and current real estate entrepreneur Emmitt Smith as the opening ceremonies' keynote speaker.
