About NKBA

As the only trade association dedicated exclusively to the kitchen and bath industry, NKBA is the leading source of information and education for consumers and professionals alike. With more than 40,000 members and growing, NKBA owns the world's largest trade show and industry event.

NKBA's is to enhance member success and excellence by promoting professionalism and ethical business practices, and providing leadership and direction for the kitchen and bathroom industry. 

Kitchen & Bath Industry Show
  • Proud owner of the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), the world's largest trade show dedicated to the kitchen and bath industry. NKBA members receive discounted registration and exhibit floor fees.
 
Membership
  • - Over 40,000 industry professionals
  • - 11 Industry Segments; Builders/Remodelers, Cabinet Shops, Dealers, Decorative Plumbing and Hardware, Designer, Distributor, Fabricator, Installer, Manufacturer, Manufacturer's Representative, Multi-Branch Retailer/Home Center
  • - The NKBA membership also includes more than 1,500 student members
  • - There are over 70 NKBA member chapters throughout the U.S. and Canada
 
Education
  • - NKBA Education is provided across North America. More than 200 professional development courses are held annually.
  • - There are over 50 NKBA Accredited/Supported Colleges and Universities
  • - NKBA Certification is the gold standard in the kitchen and bath industry. The NKBA offers three levels of certification; Associate Kitchen and Bath Designer (AKBD), Certified Kitchen Designer (CKD), Certified Bath Designer (CBD), and Certified Master Kitchen and Bath Designer (CMKBD). These certifications are gained by displaying industry knowledge and experience as well as passing proctored examinations.
 
Consumer Outreach
  • - The NKBA offers a Kitchen Planner & Bath Planner
  • - The Association serves as a content advisor and information source for magazines, newspapers, radio shows and television programs
 
Design Competition
  1. - Annual contest with submissions of actual projects from NKBA members (nationwide)
  2. - Source for photos and design trends (as can be viewed on the included CDs)
  3. - Received 679 entries for the 2009 competition
 
 

Goal 1 – Knowledge Source
There will be a higher level of education and professionalism in the industry worldwide. NKBA members will be the most highly skilled and recognized for their expertise.


Goal 2 – Consumer Awareness
There will be a greater awareness and preference for products and professional services from NKBA members worldwide.


Goal 3 – Membership
The kitchen and bath industry worldwide will find NKBA membership and involvement in the association essential to their professional success.


Goal 4 – Advocacy
Public policy and legislation affecting the kitchen and bath industry will be positively influenced through the NKBA leadership role in monitoring and affecting industry issues.


Goal 5 – Information Source & Resource
The NKBA will be the information source and resource for the industry worldwide.


Goal 6 – K/BIS®
The NKBA will continue to develop a higher level of awareness and continued enhancement of international exhibitions, education, and networking opportunities for the kitchen and bath industry.

1. Conduct all work and business affairs with fairness to all concerned, fidelity to clients and suppliers, and devotion to high ideals of personal honor;


2. Accept compensation for a particular service or in particular business dealings from one source only, except with the full knowledge and consent of all interested persons;


3. Make no false or misleading statements to the public, to employers, to employees, or to those with whom we maintain business relationships;


4. Disclose all interest charges, carrying charges, and fees, and to uphold all laws and regulations pertaining to the business and professional activity;


5. Assist the client in understanding and obtaining the full measure of the services and rights expressed or implied in contracts, agreements, or warranties;


6. Conduct all business activity without prejudice as to age, race, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, handicap, or veteran status;


7. Refrain from using unfair means to win professional advancement by disseminating any malicious information concerning any person or firm, or using improper or questionable methods of soliciting professional work or sales; and 8. Cooperate in advancing the kitchen and bath industry by voluntarily exchanging information and experience with fellow members and by contributing to the work of educational groups, schools, and public and trade press, without disclosing confidential matters.

 

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Did You Know...?

Kitchen remodels are the province of "Empty Nester" life stage (36%) and of "Mature Families"- those with teenage and young adult children still in the household (43%).

Resource: HomeSight Data Research