Recognizing Excellence in Kitchen and Bath
The Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), North America’s largest and most prestigious trade show dedicated to kitchen and bath design, announced the winners of the annual Best of KBIS Awards. Sponsored by LUXE Interiors + Design, the industry’s premier awards program celebrates the visionaries driving the latest trends and cutting-edge products, recognizing innovation, elegance, sustainability, and all-around excellence. Winners were announced to a packed house at the KBIS NEXTStage on February 18, 2026, in Orlando. Sarah Shelton, Senior Market Editor of LUXE Interiors + Design, led the ceremony as this year’s host for a third time.
“The atmosphere at the Best of KBIS Awards is always so inspiring and energizing, and this year was no different,” said Shelton after the ceremony. “To see new and exciting products in the kitchen and bath categories – and then to see those brands and companies win for their hard work and dedication – it makes me so proud of our industry and excited for the future ahead. These awards encourage everyone from brand titans to emerging startups to show up with their best foot forward, and rewards risk-taking, innovation, and artistic flair. I’m honored to be a part of this special event that celebrates the creativity and talent of so many, and these products will inspire the pages of LUXE all year long. We’re so proud of our long-standing partnership with NKBA|KBIS. Bravo to all the winners and finalists.”
The Best of KBIS 2026 Winners are:
Best in Show: Smart Double Wall Oven with Live Look-in KitchenAid®
Style Statement: Kitchen – Gold: The Signature Rockwell True Caliber
Style Statement: Bath – Gold: Sensa Expanded Quartzite Collection Cosentino
Game-Changing Innovation – Gold: FreePower for Countertop 2 FreePower
Most Functional Find – Gold: MORE® AntiEtch® Next Gen™ MORE® Surface Care
Sustainable Standout – Gold: MORE® AntiEtch® Next Gen™ MORE® Surface Care
Style Statement: Kitchen – Silver: Atipica Decorative Hardware Richelieu Hardware
Style Statement: Bath – Silver: Ametrine Collection Pfister Faucets
Game-Changing Innovation – Silver: X20MAX Dishwasher Sink FOTILE America
Most Functional Find – Silver: PureWash E860 Kohler
Sustainable Standout – Silver: 48″ Professional Induction Range Induction Hardware
Wellness Trailblazer – Gold: Electric Lift for Upper Cabinets VERTI 840 Richelieu Hardware
Wellness Trailblazer – Silver: Indoor/Outdoor Cold Plunge Tub Empava
An esteemed panel of judges surveyed 50 finalists during the 2026 show to determine this year’s winners. In groups of three, they reviewed each participating brand, while all six reviewed the finalists for Best in Show. After deliberation, the judges’ selections revealed greater industry trends across the show, including a growing expansion into stylish outdoor living, a desire for simple but tech-forward solutions that improve everyday life, and prioritizing durability that extends the longevity of a beautiful home. The Best of KBIS 2026 judges were:
Ahmad AbouZanat, Ahmad AbouZanat Studio; Benjamin Johnston, Benjamin Johnston Design; Jaque Bethke, JAQUE Design; Kelly Collier-Clark, House of Clark Interiors; Rajni Alex, Rajni Alex Design; and Tamara Day, Designer and TV Host.
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About National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA|KBIS) and the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS)
NKBA | KBIS is the not-for-profit trade association that owns the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show® (KBIS). With nearly 50,000 members in all segments of the kitchen and bath industry, NKBA | KBIS has informed, educated and supported the industry since the association was founded in 1963. The association’s mission is to inspire, lead and empower the kitchen and bath industry through community, professional certification and learning, and events. For more information, go to NKBA.org or call 1-800-THE-NKBA (843-6522).
NKBA® and KBIS® are registered trademarks of the National Kitchen & Bath Association.
About Emerald
KBIS is produced by Emerald. Emerald’s talented and experienced team grows our customers’ businesses 365 days a year through connections, content, and commerce. We expand connections that drive new business opportunities, product discovery, and relationships with over 140 annual events, matchmaking, and lead-gen services. We create content to ensure that our customers are on the cutting edge of their industries and are continually developing their skills. And we power commerce through efficient year-round buying and selling. We do all this by seamlessly integrating in-person and digital platforms and channels. Emerald is immersed in the industries we serve and committed to supporting the communities in which we operate. As true partners, we create experiences that inspire, amaze, and deliver breakthrough results. For more information, please visit: www.emeraldx.com.
About LUXE Interiors + Design
Luxe Interiors + Design is the nation’s leading architecture and design brand, producing 93 publications annually, including 14 regional editions, a national edition, and seasonal editions for high-demand areas such as The Hamptons and Naples + Sarasota. Luxe reaches an audience of discerning consumers, top-tier design professionals, and industry tastemakers, boasting a print and digital reach of 4.5 million and a rate base of 480,000. Luxe is part of SANDOW DESIGN GROUP, design media and services.