NKBA Presents KBIS NEXTStage

Hear What’s NEXT:
NEXTStage at KBIS 2026

Your Front-Row Seat to the Future of K&B

NEXTStage at KBIS is where today’s design leaders and innovators come together to shape the future of the kitchen and bath industry. This is your chance to explore emerging trends, discover cutting-edge technologies, and hear from the brightest minds in the field.

Explore the ideas and innovations driving the industry forward. Join us at KBIS 2026 to grow, connect, and be inspired.

A Best of KBIS judge presents an award on stage at KBIS 2024.

NEXTStage is the destination for industry professionals to connect, learn, and celebrate design excellence. Mark your calendar, bring your curiosity, and come be part of the conversations that matter at NEXTStage.

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What to Expect at NEXTStage:

At NEXTStage, expect dynamic panels featuring visionary designers and industry leaders tackling the topics that matter most. From the integration of advanced AI technologies to the evolution of sustainable living, this stage is where design meets inspiration. Witness awards, experience live competitions, and learn directly from renowned designers and industry leaders about the latest trends, challenges, and insights in the kitchen and bath industry.

Why NEXTStage?

Thought-Provoking Panels:

Join discussions led by the boldest minds in the industry, uncovering emerging trends and solutions that redefine the kitchen and bath design.

Engaging
Presentations:

Be inspired by innovative projects, cutting-edge concepts, and success stories from influential designers and industry leaders.

Celebrating Design Excellence:

Witness moments of recognition as the community comes together to honor trailblazing achievements during industry award presentations.

What to Expect:
NEXTStage Tracks at KBIS 2026

Whole Home

Design doesn’t stop at the kitchen or bath, it’s about the story a home tells from the front entry to the outdoor terrace. The Whole Home track explores the aesthetics, flow, and functionality that connect spaces together. From statement-making focal points to subtle design details, these sessions reveal how designers create harmony across rooms and even beyond the threshold, ensuring every space feels like part of a cohesive vision.

Business & Buzz

The design industry is evolving fast, and staying competitive means keeping pace with shifting client expectations, new business models, and emerging market forces. The Business & Buzz track tackles the issues shaping the industry’s future, from resiliency and real estate to firm growth and branding strategies. These sessions spotlight the trends, opportunities, and insights that help design professionals turn change into competitive advantage.

Technology

Technology shapes how we live and how designers deliver experiences. This track looks at the tools and innovations that matter most today, from discreet connected systems to emerging applications of AI. Sessions explore how technology can enhance design without overwhelming it, helping professionals create spaces that are intuitive, inspiring, and ready for what’s next.

Wellness & Sustainability

Homeowners increasingly want spaces that nurture well-being while treading lightly on the planet. The Wellness & Sustainability track dives into the practices, products, and philosophies that make it possible. From biophilic design and circular materials to the movement toward slow, intentional living, these sessions showcase how designers can meet rising consumer demand for healthier, more sustainable environments without sacrificing beauty or performance.