The countdown has begun for kbb Birmingham 2026, which will celebrate 40 years of one of the UK’s most prominent KBB trade exhibitions. Taking place from 1–4 March 2026 at the NEC, the event is expected to welcome more than 320 exhibitors alongside over 17,000 industry professionals.

Set to be the biggest edition yet, the show will highlight the latest developments in kitchen, bedroom and bathroom design, with a key focus on sustainability, smart technology and personalisation.

Leading brands and first-time exhibitors

The 2026 edition will welcome back a number of established brands, including Acquabella, House of Rohl, Aqualisa, Kesseböhmer, Hettich UK, BLANCO, Elica, Sensio Lighting, Finsa, Faber, Schüller, next125, Trade Mouldings, Crofts & Assinder, GTV Poland, SAMSUNG, Verona Group and Whitebirk Sink Company.

More than 40 new exhibitors will also be making their debut, such as AVINTAGE, Birch and Oak, Bidbury & Co, Disbain, FRASCIO Holdings Ltd, Laminam, Hampton Kitchens, QETTLE, Hacker, EVABOX, Cata Appliances, Rubio Monocoat UK, Nobu Concept, Triofloor and Woodio.

Show features and highlights

Visitors can look forward to a wide-ranging programme of features designed to engage and inspire across the KBB sector:

• Innovation Awards – Sponsored by Blum, the awards return for their 11th year, with shortlisted entries on display, recognising innovation across kitchen, bedroom and bathroom products.

• Spanish Design Pavilion – A new addition created in partnership with ASEBAN and IVACE International, featuring ten leading Spanish suppliers, including brands exhibiting for the first time.

• Sustainability initiative – kbb Birmingham continues its partnership with The Used Kitchen Company for a sixth consecutive year, promoting the resale and reuse of displays to support a circular economy.

• Event app – Sponsored by SMEG, the app will provide personalised agendas, live schedules and navigation tools for visitors, alongside enhanced digital profiling and data insights for exhibitors.

• Awards and recognition – In addition to the Stand Awards, the inaugural Andy Bishop Award will recognise an individual’s long-term contribution and impact on the industry.

• 40th anniversary activities – To mark the milestone, 40 rubber ducks will be hidden across the show, with prizes from brands including hib., Ca’ Pietra, Abode, Armac Martin, Origins Living, SMEG, AGA Rangemaster Ltd, Perrin & Rowe and BORA.

• Networking opportunities – BIFIS will host networking lunches on Monday and Wednesday, while Blum will sponsor the show bar.

Jon Johnston, Sales Director, kbb Birmingham, commented:
“kbb Birmingham 2026 will be a landmark edition for the industry as we celebrate 40 years of the show, and the programme truly reflects the scale of that milestone. From the Innovation Awards and our continued commitment to sustainability through the Used Kitchen Company partnership, to the launch of the Spanish Design Pavilion and the introduction of the new app, there will be so much for visitors to engage with. Add to that a packed show floor of new and returning exhibitors, and a few fun surprises to mark the anniversary, it’s clear that kbb Birmingham 2026 will be an unmissable event for the entire KBB community. We look forward to bringing the industry together and highlighting the latest products and initiatives at the show.”

Register for kbb Birmingham 2026

Taking place at the NEC from 1–4 March 2026, kbb Birmingham will feature more than 25 product categories, providing a comprehensive overview of the latest innovations shaping kitchen, bedroom and bathroom design.