The 2025 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) showcased a shift towards integrating new technologies for health and wellness, explored by various brands aiming to enhance user experiences.
Brands like LG, Monogram, Kallista, Kohler, and Laufen utilized technology to improve human connections with their products, with a focus on personalization and innovative functionalities.
SKS introduced a Concept Kitchen with integrated cooking, ventilation, and refrigeration systems, showcasing advanced technology like hidden downdraft ventilation and induction cooktops.
Italian marble, particularly Rosso Levanto and White Carrara, made a significant impact across the KBIS event, being featured in various products and designs for a luxurious touch.
Appliance brands like Monogram ventured into the bathroom space, showcasing innovative uses of technology such as repurposing warming drawers for towels and refrigeration drawers for skincare products.
Companies like SMEG and FOTILE introduced specialized dishwashing solutions catering to different lifestyles and needs, from oversized dishwashers for entertainers to compact options suited for urban living.
Ventilation innovations from FOTILE included the FreshBake Electric Range, designed to neutralize harmful gases during cooking, emphasizing the importance of indoor air quality.
Laufen unveiled the VAL Luminex Bathtub with LED technology for a sensory bathing experience, while Kohler's Ice Bath offers a high-tech wellness solution with UV sanitization and guided user experiences.
Alkemis presented a wellness paint made from natural materials, aimed at reducing microplastic pollution in the environment, signaling a shift towards sustainable architectural solutions.
Emtek elevated knurling design in door and drawer hardware, showcasing fresh textures and patterns to enhance the aesthetic appeal of industrial spaces.
The KBIS event highlighted a convergence of technology, design, and wellness, offering insights into the future of integrated, personalized home experiences.