NKBA Set To Open a Bold New Space at High Point Market
Shortly after announcing their partnership with High Point Market Authority, the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA)—host for the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show—revealed a new, dedicated presence at High Point Market, which will debut this fall. In conjunction with the launch of NKBA’s space, surfaces brand Cosentino will also debut its showroom experience in Broad Hall.
Located on the first floor of the historic Broad Hall in High Point, North Carolina, NKBA’s design hub will bring together leading bath, appliance, lighting, and indoor/outdoor brands to showcase and inspire designers.
“The new NKBA space at High Point Market embodies the evolution of kitchen and bath into whole-home design,” says Bill Darcy, global president & CEO of NKBA | KBIS. “It’s a dynamic destination for discovering the latest trends—across furnishings, surfaces, appliances, and more—and understanding how the convergence of these elements is shaping a more connected and powerful design industry.”
When the space opens, market attendees will be able to explore participating brand partners, including Sherwin-Williams, Signature Hardware, and Miele. They can also visit the connected outdoor space, which implements Dekton floors and an Urban Bonfire outdoor kitchen.
Designed by Kerrie Kelly, NKBA board member and CEO & creative director of Kerrie Kelly Studio, the forthcoming NKBA space is elegant and welcoming to encourage Market attendees to peruse the space and absorb every detail of the varying products without feeling rushed. The overall look of the space honors High Point’s rich history while reflecting on NKBA’s future commitment to interior design.
“Through layered materials, curated brand collaborations and immersive storytelling, the space invites designers to explore what’s next in luxury design—beyond the kitchen and bath,” Kelly says.
From Oct. 25-29, NKBA and its brand partners will host panels and other curated events in the space. For more details about the fall Market, visit NKBA.
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