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RETAILOBSERVER.COM SEPTEMBER 2022 32 A S S O C I A T I O N N E W S T he Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) is North America's largest trade show dedicated to all aspects of kitchen and bath design. KBIS, in conjunction with the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), is an inspiring interactive platform that showcases the latest industry products, trends and technologies from hundreds of exhibitors. Together, we set the course for our industry. Trends are established. Products are launched. People are discovered. And businesses are fueled! KBIS is the place where the global residential design and construction community meets in-person and for the year ahead. THREE SHOWS, ONE PLACE, SAME TIME Building on the success of the 2022 show, three of the leading trade shows will take place at the same time in 2023, furthering the offering of what attendees can see this year. The National Hardware Show ® (NHS) joins NAHB International Builders' Show ® (IBS) and NKBA's Kitchen & Bath Industry Show ® (KBIS) for Design & Construction Week ® held in Las Vegas, NV January 31 to February 2. Additionally, the SURFACES Show, and the Winter Las Vegas Market will also take place at the same time and will be included as part of Design & Construction Week. The three shows are expected to feature over 900,000 net square feet of exhibit space and showcase more than 1,000 design and construction brands. KBIS 2023: MORE DIVERSE AND SUBSTANTIAL Each year KBIS welcomes thousands of qualified kitchen and bath designers, interior designers, dealers, architects, showrooms, custom builders and remodelers. The KBIS 2023 expo floor will include over 400,000 NSF and will feature an expected 600 exhibitors. More than 80 global brands from Germany, Italy, Turkey, Spain, Taiwan, China, Mexico and Poland will be present, showcasing unique and unusual products not typically found at the event. WHAT TO EXPECT AT KBIS? KBIS brings every aspect of kitchen and bath innovation together into one comprehensive, value-filled experience. Discover fresh design solutions, expand your network and fine-tune your expertise. KBIS provides a hands-on experience with leading brands. See, touch, and feel new products, enjoy immersive booth experiences, and get answers straight from manufacturers. Looking to take your career to the next level? You can – right here at KBIS! The NKBA annual Voices from the Industry Conference includes 80+ sessions consisting of workshops, professional development courses and on-demand access. Now that we're back with in-person events, KBIS provides the opportunity to share face-to-face conversations, run into old and NEW friends on the show floor, engage in a variety of stage and panel sessions, and kick up your heels at various special events. Is KBIS even KBIS without making an appearance at the Bash? #ifyouknowyouknow EXPERIENCE KBIS! Beyond the exhibits, discover the variety of destinations and programming happening during the three days at KBIS. Add these can't- miss features to your list and plunge right in to the full KBIS experience. • NKBA Industry & Design Awards Ceremony Each year the NKBA recognizes the year's most exceptional kitchen and bath designs. This exclusive platform is open to all designers, as well as builders/remodelers to showcase their expertise in kitchen and bath design and even offers an opportunity for non-NKBA design members. The winners will be announced January 31, 2023 at the NKBA Kitchen & Bath Design + Industry Awards as part of the NKBA kick-off to KBIS 2023. • KBISNeXT Stage The NKBA Presents KBISNeXT Stage will showcase the industry's latest trends and insights shared by leading kitchen and bath experts. Programming includes DesignBites and a series of engaging new panel discussions on hot industry topics. • DesignBites Which brand has the "biggest bite" in the kitchen and bath industry? Design Bites showcases unique product innovations and designs on the KBISNeXT Stage. Billed as "speed dating for brands," exhibitors get an opportunity to share their message in a refreshing, entertaining way. WE'RE BACK, VEGAS! THE PREMIER KITCHEN & BATH DESIGN EVENT IS BACK, BIGGER THAN EVER!

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