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The 2Q26 Kitchen & Bath Market Index (KBMI) is out. Here are the key forces shaping the industry right now. Access the full report here: https://lnkd.in/eB52XjsH #KitchenAndBath #KBMI #NKBA #IndustryResearch #InteriorDesign #KitchenDesign #BathDesign

Seeing our Thirty Under 30 recipients thrive post-KBIS is what this program is all about. 💡 Check out this incredible kitchen redesign by Evan Hill, president of Creative Cabinets and NKBA Class of 2026 honoree. From the custom cabinetry to the meticulous detailing, Evan and his team continue to raise the bar for the industry. Could you—or a colleague—be in our next class? We’re currently accepting nominations for the new NKBA Thirty Under 30 class! If you’re a designer, builder, distributor, or manufacturer driving innovation in kitchen and bath, this recognition can take your career to the next level. What honorees get: -Full access pass & paid travel to KBIS 2027 -National media exposure & industry recognition -Direct connections to top industry leaders & 29 fellow honorees Don't wait—nominations close August 31. Self-nominate or tag a rising leader who deserves the spotlight. 🔗 Submit your nomination here:https://lnkd.in/eEiA9kpt

What does it take for an international brand to enter or expand into the North American Kitchen and Bath market? Award-winning designer and NKBA Global Connect Advisor Laetitia Laurent offers a critical piece of advice: “Invest in translation, not just expansion. Don’t change who you are-the heritage and craftsmanship are exactly what this market wants.” As Sorbonne-educated art historian running studios in both Paris and South Florida, Laetitia bridges the gap between European craft and American service expectations. In our latest “5 Questions With…” she shares how global brands can tailor clear specs, lead times, and messaging for North American buyers without losing their brand identity. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/ejB8huyc #NKBA #GlobalConnect #KitchenAndBath #KitchenDesign #BathDesign

Hot on the heels of a successful Spring High Point Market Authority, the NKBA team is deep in preparation for our return to Broad Hall this Fall, October 17–21. This time, we’re bringing a re-imagined immersive showroom to Broad Hall… and you’ll have to be there to truly experience it. This is the next evolution of kitchen and bath design–as never seen before. You’ll have the chance to explore luxury brands up close, mix and mingle with like minds, and enjoy enlightening panels with design leaders all weekend. Plus lots more to surprise and delight you, so mark your calendars and get ready for something truly unexpected! More details and programming info coming soon! #HighPointMarket #NKBA #InteriorDesignTrends #KitchenAndBath #HPMKT

Are wall-mounted toilets the future of modern bathroom design? During the Q&A portion of our recent webinar, “Shaping the Future: The Evolution of Ceramic Manufacturing in Bathroom Design,” moderator Alisha Kidd asked Mike Socha to weigh in on the rising demand for wall-mounted fixtures. According to Mike, it comes down to three major advantages: - Aesthetics: Sleek, minimalist, and hides "the guts in the wall." - Maintenance: No floor contact makes cleaning an absolute breeze. - Flexibility: Easily adjusted up, down, left, or right for any client's needs. Watch the clip below for Mike's full breakdown, then click the link in our bio to watch the full session and register for the rest of our July Surfaces Month webinars! 🎬 https://lnkd.in/eEKSdqqF #NKBA #KBIndustry #BathDesign #ModernBathroom #MinimalistHome #InteriorDesignTrends

"Launch strategically. Earn advocates. Expand with intention." 🎯 That’s the exact playbook for international design brands looking to break into the North American market, according to Jeremy Parcels, CKBD. For our latest "5 Questions With..." spotlight, we sat down with the Global Connect Advisor and Owner/Principal Designer of Parcels Design Studio. From growing up in his family’s construction business to being named NKBA Chapter President of the Year, Jeremy brings decades of showroom and design expertise to the table. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eTAyYHpY #NKBA #GlobalConnect #KitchenAndBath #KitchenDesign #BathDesign

Want to help shape the future of the kitchen and bath industry? Join the NKBA Kitchen & Bath Pro Hub—NKBA's official research community where your expertise helps shape future industry research and insights. Participate in surveys, quick polls, discussions, and other research activities that explore emerging trends, products, and challenges impacting our profession. ✅ Share your expertise ✅ Connect with fellow industry professionals ✅ See highlights and insights from the research you help create ✅ Earn rewards for qualifying research activities Register now: https://lnkd.in/e8_ekZwV Designer: Esthela Celaya of Celaya | Photographer: Jarret Miller #NKBA #KitchenBathPro #KBIS #KBIndustry #KitchenDesign #BathroomDesign

We are thrilled to continue our series spotlighting the top skilled labor in our industry! 🔧 Meet Darin McWilliams, owner of McWilliams Plumbing — a craftsman with over four decades in the trade and a simple philosophy: work hard, do it right, and the clients will keep coming back. Starting out as a laborer in 1980, Darin learned plumbing from the ground up. Today, he runs his own business, lives by his word-of-mouth reputation, and will be the first to tell you AI isn't taking his job anytime soon. Hear Darin’s story below, and stay tuned for more like his from the skilled professionals who keep our industry running! #SkilledLabor #TradesLife #Craftsmanship #SmallBusiness

📅 July is our Surfaces Month packed with NKBA webinars for kitchen & bath pros! This month covers everything from XL porcelain slabs to glass tile specification, quartz and stone market trends, and porcelain countertop design essentials — plus CEU credit with every session. Thanks to our sponsor Hanover Architectural Products Register at nkba.org/events/calendar #NKBA #KitchenAndBath #DesignEducation #CEU

🌟Calling all rising leaders in kitchen & bath: The NKBA Thirty Under 30 program celebrates young professionals making an impact. If you're a designer, builder, distributor, or manufacturer driving innovation in the industry, this recognition could change your career trajectory. Honorees receive a free trip to KBIS 2027, full conference access, exclusive networking with top industry professionals, and media recognition. Plus, you'll join a network of 29 equally ambitious peers. Self-nominate or nominate a rising star you know. Deadline: August 31. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eGrBUW_Y