In part one of our show preview, we offer a curated selection of exhibitors set to appear at the UK’s largest exhibition for the bathroom and kitchen industry – Kbb Birmingham.

Expecting more than 12,000 visitors, Kbb Birmingham is set to open its doors at the NEC in Birmingham from March 6-9.

The exhibition spans 26 product categories, from home appliances and kitchen furniture through to baths, brassware and shower toilets, and will bring brands from around the world under one roof.

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Already confirmed to exhibit at Kbb Birmingham 2022, visitors will be able to view stands by Electrolux, Davroc, Caple, Quooker and Caesarstone.

In addition, visitors will be able to see and then vote for their favourite product in the Innovation Awards.

Recognising “creative and ground-breaking” solutions, this year will include an award for sustainability to acknowledge the work brands are doing to deliver environmentally-conscious solutions.

The biennial show not only allows designers, retailers and specifiers to view and source the latest products but also allows visitors to making in-person connections and networking with new and existing business acquaintances.

And with visitors from residential, retail and contract sector expected over the next four days, it sees a welcome return to face-to-face meetings.

Of course, all of this will be held under guidelines to so visitors can do business safely and with confidence.

It sees all aisles widened to 4m across the show floor to allow for physical distancing, should this be recommended by local government at the time of the show and visitor and exhibitor paper badges replaced by digital versions that can be accessed on any smart phone.

In addition, everyone will be encouraged to register online rather than when they arrive at the show. So why not take the opportunity to sign up now and attend the UK’s only kitchen and bathroom event free of charge

EXHIBITORS

InsinkErator – Stand J84

InSinkErator will showcase its collection of specialist kitchen taps in an array of finishes, including Brushed Gold or Velvet Black, its Neochiller refrigerated tank, waste disposers and soap dispensers.

Hero products on the stand will include the InSinkErator Showroom Collection, including InSinkErator 4N1 Touch taps and Evolution 250 waste disposer.

Brand ambassador and award-winning interior designer Kelly Hoppen will also join the team on Monday, January 7 and a range of marketing materials, created as part of the partnership, will be available.

Bora – Stand L90

Kbb Birmingham will be a UK debut for the Bora X Bo – a steamer and oven in one appliance, and will be joined by the Multi-Drawer for reheating or defrosting food.

Joining these will be the Bora S Pure Cooktop with integrated extractor, which measures 600mm, boasts four zones and an air inlet available in six colours.

Live cookery demonstrations will also take place on the stand each day throughout the show.

Rotpunkt – Stand Q90

The focus of the Rotpunkt stand will be on the latest evolution of industrial design and story-telling about its carbon-free manufacturing process and commitment to the environment.

It will be presenting its latest collections of contemporary furniture for the kitchen living space with an emphasis on wood effects.

There will be four kitchen displays and two utility room roomsets which will include Memory RI doors, new Fenix colours, laundry/utility room units and wall panel system accessories.

Novy – Stand J82

On the Novy stand will be a variety of extraction from overhead and recirculation models through to venting hobs, with the Panorama PRO 120 taking centre stage for cookery demonstrations.

There will also be an area for the Gas Pro series.

These will be joined by hero launches of the Novy Phantom Frame and the Novy Pureline Frame (pictured), modular systems which boast an industrial aesthetic.

Bauformat – Stand R80

The Bauformat stand will feature a new Shaker door from Burger called Sophie, an anti-fingerprint door called Jette and new colours from its Matt Lacquer Collection.

All colours will also now have a corresponding melamine option in lower price groups for consumers on a more limited budget.

Behind the door, the company will have a new plywood carcase on display, additional carcase heights in Bauformat and Burger ranges, plus new products from the Badea bathroom furniture range.

Villeroy & Boch Kitchens – Business suite 29 & 30

Villeroy & Boch Kitchens will be making its UK debut at Kbb Birmingham in collaboration with Villeroy & Boch Bathroom & Wellness and Villeroy & Boch Tiles.

Visitors to the show will have the opportunity to see its new Carrè Signature kitchen furniture collection with ‘Mettlacher Platte’ embossed design.

Villeroy & Boch Kitchens will partner with German brand Küppersbusch, showcasing its new appliance collection.

Showerwall – Stand D54

Showcasing its new range architecture, Showerwall will provide five zones which cover trends derived from nature, escapism, indulgence and luxury, as well as fun and funky designs.

As part of the range refresh, there will be decors which mirror the look and feel of marble in its Laminate Collection.

In addition, there will be printed designs added to its Acrylic and Custom Collections that replicate tiles and wallpaper patterns.

CDA – Stand K110

Created to have a welcoming atmosphere, the CDA stand will boast a barista-style coffee bar for visitors to the show for refreshment and relaxation.

It will feature the brand’s award-winning appliances, as well as its latest gesture-controlled hood (pictured).

CDA will also showcase new products to new and existing customers.