More Exclusive Photos from KBIS 2018 Design Conference
In our last article, we gave you an insider look at some photos from the KBIS 2018 conference in Orlando, courtesy of Peter Salerno of Peter Salerno Inc.
Peter Salerno has given us even more exclusive VIP photo from the KBIS 2018 conference to share, including many that will never be seen anywhere else (even on social media)! We’re grateful for our partnership with Peter Salerno Inc., the most award-winning North American kitchen and bath design firm of the 21st century – they give us amazing access to some of the most valuable design conferences, platforms and opportunities the world has to offer.
Peter’s trip to KBIS 2018 (the Kitchen & Bath Industry Showcase) in Orlando was a whirlwind of innovative displays, informative panels, engaging speakers and invaluable networking opportunities. As always, it left him wishing for just “one more day” of KBIS to soak it all in.
Lucky for all of us, Peter documented some of the finest sights from this year’s KBIS conference and is sharing the photos with the world here on Design Your Lifestyle.
As you experience Peter Salerno’s photos from KBIS 2018, you’ll notice a few trends. Peter was especially inspired by a few core concepts and innovations from this year’s conference:
Intriguing kitchen appliances and fixtures, specifically some stunning sinks;
Wild, artistic tile and backsplash designs and patterns;
Innovations and artistic advances in wood flooring;
Technological innovations in refrigeration, cooling and storage.
We’re sure you’re saying, “All right already – enough with the talking! Let’s see some awesome design photos!” To that we reply, “no problem!”
We hope you enjoy Peter Salerno’s exclusive photo gallery from the KBIS 2018 conference, hosted by the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA).
Thanks to Peter Salerno of Peter Salerno Inc., we get to bring you exclusive insider access from the hottest, most influential kitchen and bath design industry convention of the year – KBIS 2018!
The Kitchen & Bath Industry Showcase (KBIS) is a massive annual convention hosted by the NKBA (National Kitchen and Bath Association) that has grown into the most must-see design industry convention in North America. KBIS 2018 emanated from Orlando, Florida, which has become its home over the last several years.
The KBIS 2018 Conference takes place January 9-11, 2018, in Orlando, Florida.
Besides the largest kitchen and bath design exhibitor showcase in North America, KBIS 2018 was a spectacle to behold. From an opening keynote address from 4-time Super Bowl Champion Terry Bradshaw to the IBS closing concert from Chicago, KBIS was packed with innovation, information, networking opportunities and entertainment galore.
As owner of the most award-winning North American kitchen and bath design firm of the 21st century, Peter Salerno is closely tied to the wonderful team at the NKBA, and makes it a point to visit the annual KBIS convention. In other years, Peter has appeared on panels, in videos and on stage to accept awards. This year, Peter took a step back and immersed himself in all the sights, sounds and news that KBIS 2018 had to offer.
And trust us – there was plenty to take in!
Peter Salerno Inc. provided us with these exclusive photos (and background information) from KBIS 2018, as a taste of who they saw, what they learned, and how the kitchen and bath design industry may be shaped in 2018.
Exclusive photos from KBIS 2018Peter Salerno with the Miele family at KBIS 2018.Lapitec introduced a counter space that provides induction heat.…And Lapitec’s counter that helps you keep items chilled!The Elkay USA sink display at KBIS 2018. Peter Salerno loved it!The Argentin BBQ display at KBIS 2018.Delta Faucet has partnered with Alexa to bring impressive tech into the kitchen in 2018.
KBIS 2018: Highlights of This Year’s Show Schedule
KBIS 2018 kicks off this week! The festivities begin the evening of January 8, 2018, and the convention continues through January 11th. As always, KBIS is the one North American kitchen and bath design industry conference you must attend each year for the latest in innovation, design trends, networking and expert insight.
The KBIS 2018 Conference takes place January 9-11, 2018, in Orlando, Florida.
Presented by the NKBA (National Kitchen and Bath Association), KBIS 2018 is a sprawling space of exhibitions, showcases, contests, awards, speakers and panels. It’s impossible to be a part of everything KBIS 2018 has to offer – so smart attendees will go in with a plan.
Veteran NKBA members and KBIS attendees like Peter Salerno of Peter Salerno Inc. (the most award-winning North American kitchen and bath design firm of the 21st century). Peter has been featured on multiple KBIS convention panels and seminars, and tells Design Your Lifestyle that it’s always good to plan your KBIS schedule in advance.
With that in mind, we’re taking a look at the KBIS 2018 Show Schedule and narrowing our focus down to a schedule that makes sense. (You can certainly fill your day with panels, seminars, etc. – but you won’t leave yourself any time to check out the exhibitors and the convention itself, which are valuable opportunities to gain inspiration and network.)
Here is a list of events, seminars and panels we’d love to check out at KBIS 2018.
Tuesday, January 9th – KBIS 2018 Highlights
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Opening Ceremonies Featuring Keynote Speaker Terry Bradshaw
OCCC West Concourse – Level IV, Valencia Ballroom
Who would want to miss the chance to hear a charismatic, four-time Super Bowl Champion speak? Terry Bradshaw is a motivational wizard and a magnetic personality, whether it be on the football field, on Fox NFL Sunday, or in films.
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Fireside Chat #1: Build it! The Nuts and Bolts of the Outdoor Kitchen
The Backyard
We’re highly intrigued by the concept of outdoor kitchens, and this Fireside Chat looks like a great opportunity to learn more about a trend many are latching on to in 2018.
4:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Innovative Showroom Award Ceremony
KBISNeXT Stage: South Hall
After spending much of the afternoon on the exhibition floor at KBIS 2018, we would not miss the chance to attend the KBIS 2018 Innovative Showroom Awards. Former winners like Peter Salerno Inc. have proven to be trendsetters and innovative gurus over the last several years, so attending this ceremony is a window into the true leaders of the kitchen and bath design industry.
Wednesday, January 10th – KBIS 2018 Highlights
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Let’s Talk Global: Changing the way we source, sell and design – one country at a time.
KBISNext Stage: South Hall
One of the core trends of KBIS 2018 is holistic globalization of the kitchen and bath industry (K&B). Let’s Talk Global is a great center
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
NKBA Thirty Under 30 “Product of the Future” Presentations
KBISNeXT Stage: South Hall
The NKBA Thirty Under 30 is a highly enjoyable and informative way to check out the future of the kitchen and bath industry, both in terms of talent and concepts. This year’s Thirty Under 30 corps presents “Products of the Future”.
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Coyote Live Grilling with Demonta and Kenesha Coleman
The Bash is a $35 ticket that is priceless in terms of networking opportunities – and just plain fun. Hosted at Mango’s Tropical Cafe, The Bash is a social highlight of KBIS and a blast for all attendees 21 and over.
It’s well worth pulling yourself out of bed after a night at The Bash to attend the SHARK! Breakfast. Guest speaker John Morgan will deliver an address regarding “Smart Tech For Smart K&B Pros”.
11:15 AM – 12:00 PM
Embracing the Reality of Amazon
KBISNeXT Stage: South Hall
Perhaps it’s not everyone’s priority, but this is a no-brainer event to attend for us based on the title alone.
The most influential kitchen and bath design industry conference and showcase returns to Orlando in less than a week! KBIS 2018 takes places January 9-11, 2018, from gorgeous Orlando, Florida.
KBIS (The Kitchen & Bath Industry Showcase) is widely regarded as the go-to annual design industry conference in North America. Hosted by the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), KBIS 2018 promises to be the biggest, brightest design showcase to date, with a list of vendors, exhibitors, attendees and workshop leaders that reads like a “Who’s Who” of the kitchen design and bath design field.
The KBIS 2018 Conference takes place January 9-11, 2018, in Orlando, Florida.
One of the feature seminars of KBIS 2018 is “Pop Goes the Future”: a look at top trends set to dominate the kitchen and bath design industry in 2018, hosted by Cindy Allen (Editor in Chief of Interior Design magazine).
The Opening Party of KBIS 2018 is a can’t-miss celebration of industry leaders, innovators and design gurus. The party will honor the winners of the KBIS Industry Awards, Student Design Competition, and the 2018 NKBA Professional Design Competition.
Click here for a full list of KBIS 2018 Exhibitors!
The Opening Ceremonies take place at 8:00 a.m. on January 9th, and feature a keynote address from 4-time Super Bowl Champion Terry Bradshaw, former quarterback of the Pittsburgh Steelers and award-winning broadcaster from Fox NFL Sunday.
Credit Peter Rymwid, Peter Salerno Inc. 2014 Best Kitchen NKBA
The star-studded panel of the KBIS State of the Industry discussion on January 10th provides an invaluable wealth of knowledge and experience. The panel includes David Kohler, President/CEO of Kohler Co.; Rick Hasselbeck, CCO of GE Appliances; and Scott Culbreth, Senior Vice President and CFO of American Woodmark Corp. The panel will be moderated by Melissa Francis of Fox Business & Fox News.
All this and more, of course, augments the exhibitors, showcases, features and design elements that make KBIS 2018 a feast for the eyes (and the creative spirit). Make sure you get to key features like the ASID Pavilion, the KBISNeXT Stage, and the always inspiring Innovative Showroom Awards.
There’s still time to register to be a part of KBIS 2018, so make sure you find yourself at the most influential design networking opportunity of the year on January 9th, 2018, in Orlando!
More Exclusive Photos from the KBIS 2017 Conference in Orlando!
In Part 1 of our KBIS 2017 photo review, we began sharing exclusive photos from inside the illustrious KBIS 2017 Design Conference from earlier this month in Orlando, FL. We followed that article up with exhibit floor photos of some of our favorite designs and displays from that week.
Thanks to our parent company Peter Salerno Inc., we’re able to share even more exclusive exhibit and design photos from the week that was at KBIS 2017, as well as highlights from what was an amazing experience. Thanks to KBIS and the NKBA for putting on a beautiful, educational, and highly efficient experience for designers, vendors, creators and the public!
One of the most entertaining new aspects of KBIS 2017 was the Tiny Home Challenge: Student Edition. Based loosely on the hit HGTV show and NKBA’s ingenuity, entrants capitalized on the “tiny house challenge” trend and competed to win fantastic tech/gadget prizes.
The Judging Panel from KBIS 2017’s Tiny House Design Challenge.
The esteemed panel of judges for the KBIS 2017 Tiny Home Challenge: Student Edition included Peter Salerno (CMKBD), NKBA member and most award-winning NKBA/KBIS designer since 2003.
The KBIS 2017 Design Conference kicked off in grand style with the Magic of Design awards dinner on January 9th. Hosted at the World Showplace at Disney’s Epcot Center, the dinner was a fantastic experience to network with designers, trendsetters and luminaries in the world of custom kitchen, bath, home and interior design.
Peter Salerno and Anthony Salerno at the KBIS Magic of Design dinner.
We have it on good authority from Peter Salerno and Anthony Salerno that the Magic of Design awards dinner (and party!) was a perfect mix of fun, recognition, and the opportunity to meet some of the great minds in design today.
More News and Updates from KBIS 2017
As previously stated, the KBIS 2017 exhibitor showcase floor was bigger than ever before, and filled with design inspirations for professionals, industry insiders, vendors and home owners.
Smart bath appliances were the rage at KBIS 2017. Smart toilets, sinks and faucets surged onto the exhibitor floor, leaving an indelible impression on those in attendance. In particular, self-cleaning toilets from brands like American Standard generated quite a bit of interest.
It was also interesting to note the trend of stainless steel with a “black finish” in kitchen appliances. Major appliance manufacturers like Samsung and LG continued to promote the arrival of “black stainless steel” ranges and ovens, featuring several prototypes along the way.
Anthony, Gabrielle and Peter Salerno with Teddwood under a Peter Salerno Inc. design photo.
The KBIS conference is always a wonderful time for designers from across the map to come together and share tips, innovations and insights. Peter Salerno was thrilled to have the opportunity to reconnect with some of his favorite people in the design industry. Below, Peter catches up with Maria Stapperfenne, former NKBA 2015 president, and Rhonda Knoche, owner of Rhonda Knoche Design in Oregon.
Peter Salerno with Maria Stapperfenne former 2015 president of the NKBA & Rhonda Knoche owner of Rhonda Knoche Design in Portland, Oregon.
If you want more information about the NKBA and how to become a certified member of one of the foremost design associations in the world, pick up a copy of the brand new NKBA Kitchen & Bath Certification Guidebook. The NKBA Guidebook has helpful tips and insights on NKBA membership requirements, exam procedures and application forms. The cover photo on this year’s NKBA Guidebook is a custom kitchen design from Peter Salerno Inc., the most award-winning North American design firm since 2002.
The new NKBA Certification Book cover, with Peter Salerno Inc. kitchen design photo.
KBIS 2017 Exhibit and Vendor Photos: Exclusive VIP Pictures!
In our last article, our parent company Peter Salerno Inc. brought you exclusive reporting and photos from inside the prestigious KBIS 2017 Design Conference in Orlando, FL.
Part 2 of the exclusive Peter Salerno Inc. insider VIP report from KBIS 2017 is coming your way later this week. While we finalize the news, images and design trends from that amazing week in design, we figured we would whet your appetite with some more never-been-seen VIP design photos from inside KBIS 2017!
All the photos in this article are taken directly from the KBIS 2017 floor – from featured vendors, exhibitors, design companies and award winners. KBIS 2017 (backed by the National Kitchen & Bath Association, or NKBA) is always the foremost design conference in North America. The innovators, trend-setters, and awesome designs seen in these photos attest to that!
Some of the major trends from KBIS 2017 that are observable in these photos include:
More composite materials in sinks and countertops, with a reliance on the “old standard” of classic white marble looks.
Concrete continues to be on the rise as a multi-purpose material in virtually all facets of kitchen and bath design – flooring, concrete “tile”, countertops, and so on.
Some things never go out of style. Black and white combinations – especially in kitchen tile (see photo #4 for a gorgeous, eye-popping example), counters and cabinetry – continue to be all the rage.
So take a look at some of the more intriguing design photos from the exhibit floor of KBIS 2017, which took place January 10-12, 2017 in Orlando, Florida. Comment and let us know what you like and what you think!
Do any of these exclusive design and exhibit/vendor photos from KBIS 2017 in Orlando catch your eye? What do you think about the design trends featured? Leave a comment and let’s have a conversation!
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