kbb Birmingham, the trade show for kitchens, bedrooms, and bathrooms, returns to the NEC from March 1-4 2026, to celebrate its 40th anniversary.
The biennial event will draw around 17,000 visitors and showcase over 320 top brands across more than 25 product categories, highlighting the latest innovations and design trends from over 20 countries.
The show organiser says this milestone year will “demonstrate the show’s rich legacy of showcasing cutting-edge products and design trends as well as underscoring its enduring role as a catalyst for networking, collaboration, and shaping the future of the sector.”
Sam Fisher, event director at kbb Birmingham, commented: “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.”
Kitchen brands confirmed to exhibit include Smeg, Nolte Kitchens UK, Quooker, Nobilia, Transformad and InSinkerator. Bathroom brands include Merlyn, Showerwall, Laguna Bathrooms, Aqualisa, Croydex, Vado and Ca’Pietra among many others.
A new app for the event has been introduced for 2026, designed to enhance the experience of everyone at the show, exhibitors and visitors will be able to take their networking to the next level by pre-booking meetings, and making the most of their time at the show by having all of the show information in their pocket.
Returning in 2026 are the kbb Birmingham Innovation Awards, in partnership with Blum. The awards celebrate the most creative and forward-thinking solutions from brands across the sector. Categories include ‘Best Sustainable Design, ‘Judges’ choice’ and the ‘People’s choice’, which is voted for by attendees during the show.
The awards are now closed with over 100 entries, and the shortlisted innovations will be on display at the show. The judging panel, featuring kbbreview’s managing editor Andy Davies, will draw on decades of industry experience to assess each entry against stringent criteria for innovation, functionality, and commercial viability.