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Kbb Birmingham 2022 presents latest products from kitchen, bedroom and bathroom brands

Promotion: more than 200 brands are exhibiting their latest products for kitchens, bathrooms and bedrooms at Kbb Birmingham, one of Europe's largest design exhibitions.

Taking place 6-9 March, Kbb Birmingham will exhibit "the latest innovations and cutting-edge design", including kitchen appliances, paints, worktops, lighting collections and products for flooring and walls.

The event will also present the latest trends in design, including smart and touchless solutions, recycled and sustainable materials, products and colours informed by nature, black kitchens and unusual tile shapes and designs.

Tiles by Ca' Pietra featuring a plant-like design
Tile brand Ca' Pietra will be launching a number of tile ranges

"Over the last couple of years, our needs and requirements for the kitchen, bathroom and bedroom space have changed," said Kbb Birmingham creative director Andy Bishop.

"Consumers are looking for good design and style but also practicality and sustainability," he continued.

"Our exhibitors will be showcasing their take on these trends, and we look forward to seeing what they have in store for attendees in 2022."

A photograph of mint green geometric tiles by tile brand Verona
Verona will showcase a number of geometric tiles

Many brands intend to launch new products at the show, including tile brand Ca' Pietra, which will be launching a geometric patterned tile collection called Loft Vintage.

Lighting brand Häfele will present its Loox 5, an LED lighting system that can be integrated into units and furniture.

A photograph of the Kenuco shower light
Lighting brand Keuco has launched a shower light

Rotpunkt Küchen is set to exhibit several products throughout the event, such as its Memory RI doors, Matt lacquer anti-fingerprint doors and new Fenix colour range.

Tile and flooring brand Verona will also be launching a number of tile ranges, including Grande Slim, a collection of large porcelain tiles for floors and walls.

A photograph of one of Rotpunkt Küchen's matt black kitchens
Rotpunkt Küchen will exhibit several products including their matt black kitchens, one of Kbb Birmingham's design trends

"We are looking forward to reuniting the Kbb industry for four days of unrivalled networking and specifying," said Kbb Birmingham sales director Jon Johnson.

"For many of our exhibitors, this will be the first opportunity they've had to showcase their latest products and services, following an unprecedented two years," he continued.

"Kbb Birmingham offers an unbeatable opportunity for our community to meet in-person with valued partners, colleagues and visitors – we can't wait to welcome everyone back."

Tiles designed by Villeroy and Boch
Bathroom brand Villeroy and Boch will present a number of tiles

As part of the event, organisers Informa Markets have introduced Informa AllSecure, "a series of best practice guidelines and industry standards for all event teams to adopt post-Covid-19".

All of the venue's aisles have been widened to four metres across the floor to allow for distancing. Exhibitor and visitor badges will be replaced with digital ones, which can be accessed by a smartphone.

"Our Informa AllSecure guidelines ensure enhanced health and safety standards," said Johnson. "Whether they are exhibitors, visitors, speakers or sponsors, we want all our customers to come to Kbb Birmingham to connect, learn and do business, safely and with confidence."

A photograph of Acquabella's white On-top XL Sink Range
Acquabella will present its On-top XL Sink Range

Kbb Birmingham is a biennial event that takes place at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham.

For more information or to exhibit or register interest, visit Kbb Birmingham's website.

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