Submissions are open until July 2, 2026, for you to propose your best products and projects and to nominate yourself or an industry peer to be considered for the People Awards.

• The KBB Product Awards honor manufacturers for superior products that fulfill market needs through technological advancement, function, aesthetic merit and innovation. If you are a manufacturer that has unveiled a new kitchen or bath product between April 2, 2025, and July 2, 2026, that has not been previously entered, you’re eligible to enter the 2026 KBB Product Awards. In addition to Kitchen and Bath Products of the Year, we will also be awarding specific categories, including Refrigeration, Faucets, Hardware, Cabinetry, Lighting and Sustainable Offerings. The early-bird competition fee is $425 per entry/product through April 30, 2026. The regular submission fee is $575 per entry/product from May 1 through July 2, 2026.
• The KBB Project Awards honor outstanding kitchen and bath design and those who create it. If you are a design professional who has completed a residential kitchen or bath within the last 12 months up until the competition ends (April 2, 2025, to July 2, 2026), you are eligible to enter the KBB Project Awards. In addition to Kitchen and Bathroom Projects of the Year, we will also include awards for 11 specific project categories, including Best Before & After, Best in Outdoor Living, Best Use of Color and Best Wellness, Sustainable, Luxury and Universal Design. The cost to submit is $150 for each entry and will cover the regular categories (Kitchen or Bath of the Year). If you wish to enter for a specialty category, you DO NOT need to pay an additional entry fee.
• The KBB People Awards honor those who are passionate, innovative and influencing the kitchen and bath industry in a positive way. We encourage you to nominate yourself or a peer who is a go-getter in our industry. There is no cost to nominate.

We are excited to announce the exciting new KBB Awards program, and we can’t wait to see what’s new in products, projects and people in our ever-changing industry.

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A lightweight concrete tub was singled out because its overflow is concealed, and a power grommet was chosen for its ability to retract into and blend in the with countertop. In the kitchen, a drawer organizer with magnetic pegs won a nod, as did a fixture with push-to-conceal handles. In the bathroom, a lavatory trap got high marks for aesthetic merit, and the judges loved a no-wiggle hardware solution.

Shapes are all the rage this year, as seen in an arched medicine cabinet, a square choice for downlights, a new cement surfacing option and a new twist on decorative hardware. And personalization and customization are still trending.

Click on the Gallery to see all the winners. We are so excited to congratulate this year’s KBB Product Awards winners!

2025 Product Awards Bathroom Product of the Year: VAST Studio Concrete Tub

Concrete is making its way into today’s homes in myriad ways, and this year’s overall bath product winner (and Tub category front-runner) is following suit. Our judges were impressed by the thin-walled tub with an overflow – something a little extra that hasn’t been typically available. The made-in-the-USA Concrete Tub from VAST Studio comes with an integrated overflow system installed in the tub body for a clean look with no external hardware. The fixture features metal accents like brass, copper or stainless steel – mixing sculptural design with an industrial edge. It is created with U.S.-sourced concrete, plaster and metal – materials that offer durability, thermal retention and wear resistance. The company’s concrete mix and casting techniques produce a lightweight concrete tub, and its material composition and internal structure make it easier for the fixture to be transported and installed. vaststudio.com

2025 Product Awards Kitchen Product of the Year: Hettich FurnSpin

A big hit at KBIS 2025, this year’s overall kitchen product winner – also the Functional Storage & Hardware victor – was also popular with our judges for its versatility, ease of use and reasonable price point. FurnSpin from Hettich allows cabinets to rotate, so they can either hide or reveal what’s inside with a simple tap. A balanced torque prevents movement of even the lightest objects during the “spin,” and popular applications are for storing delicate glasses and bottles in a bar area and concealing and accessing cluttered bathroom cabinets when guests are visiting.FurnSpin offers all the usual bells and whistles, including soft-close and push-to-open features, which supports handleless cabinet design. hettich.com/en-us/home

—Chelsie Butler, Executive Editor, KBB
Photos by the brands unless otherwise indicated.

Photo credits: Adam Gibson, Jeremy Jones, Colleen Scott and Meredith Weiss

Meet the 2025 KBB Product Awards Judges

Adam Gibson, CMKBD, CLIPP, CAPS, is principal of Adam Gibson Design in Carmel, Ind. He and his firm bring an outside-the-box imagination, an ear attuned to their clients’ needs, eco-friendly technologies and the desire to create a healthy environment in each design. His experience as a former general contractor enables him to design for real life. Gibson is also a professional photographer.

Jeremy Jones created Atlanta-based Jones Design Associates in 2013, providing an outlet for his passion of developing award-winning and successful design projects. He has served as a student advisor at the Savannah College of Art and Design, and his projects have won numerous awards. Jones is an extensive world traveler, an avid skier and enjoys photography, cooking as well as entertaining family and friends.

Veronica Solomon is the CEO and principal interior designer of the Sealy, Texas-based Casa Vilora Interiors team. She is a design blogger and influencer, an interior design business mentor to a community of 5,600+ interior designers worldwide and was past president of the Interior Design Society’s Houston Chapter. Solomon is a mother of two amazing children and a feisty chiweenie named Rufus.

Meredith Weiss is the founder of Merri Interiors in Commack, N.Y. The award-winning designer creates spaces that feel uniquely personal, inspired by her own journey as a designer and single mother of two. Weiss explores opportunities to share her story through public speaking and media contributions and hopes her journey can inspire other women to reclaim their voice, trust their instincts and design a life they love from the inside out.

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Our overall Kitchen Product winner – as well as the winner of the Smart Technology category – was FreePower for Countertop, a groundbreaking, wireless charging technology that transforms everyday surfaces into powerful charging zones.

Jake Slatnik, the visionary founder of Freepower, shared his pride in these accolades during a recent interview. “We’ve received numerous awards, but the Kitchen Product of the Year from KBB holds a special place for us. It validates the hard work and creativity our team has poured into bringing cutting-edge technology to everyday life.”

The Inspiration Behind FreePower for Countertop

FreePower’s origin story began in 2017 when Jake Slatnik was frustrated by traditional wireless charging solutions and finding himself waking up with a dead phone several times a week because of misalignment with those limited charging ‘hotspots’ on traditional pucks. He wanted to transform entire surfaces into charging zones.

The concept matured over years of research, “Shark Tank” appearances and collaborations with major names. By 2024, FreePower had shifted focus to where it all began–creating charging-ready surfaces for homes.

Addressing Real-Life Needs with Adjustable Elegance

Slatnik says the kitchen stands out as an ideal charging zone since it is the heart of the home, and the kitchen island often serves as a workstation. Beyond kitchens, FreePower’s applications extend to bathroom vanities, nightstands and even office desks.

FreePower’s charging zone is subtly indicated by a glowing circular halo. For an even more innovative edge, the “Wave to Wake” feature allows the halo to remain hidden until activated by a simple wave over the surface. This means your elegant kitchen, vanity, or nightstand remains pristine, with lights only appearing when needed.

Collaborations with industry giants such as James Martin Vanities and Cosentino have even incorporated FreePower directly into vanities, blending design and technology effortlessly. During KBIS 2025, FreePower showcased these developments to outstanding acclaim.

Tune in to find out about additional features, such as the “Holiday Halo” and upcoming “Team Colors” that bring a touch of personalization.

Why KBB Product Awards Recognition Matters

For those considering submitting their innovations for industry awards, Slatnik offered simple advice: “Do it.” He further explained that awards like KBB’s carry significant weight, providing unparalleled visibility within the design and architectural communities. For FreePower, it wasn’t just about the honor but the opportunity to reach a wider audience of designers, retailers and homeowners. The awards also amplify the product’s credibility and visibility, especially as FreePower continues to redefine home convenience through subtly integrated, advanced technology.

To learn more about the 2025 KBB Product Awards and FreePower for Countertop, listen to the podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Pandora and other outlets.

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In our most recent From the Tap podcast, we got to know more about the 2023 KBB Product Awards Kitchen Product of the Year winner, Bertazzoni’s Professional Series 48-Inch Induction Range in the matte-graphite Carbonio finish. We spoke with Valentina Bertazzoni, the company’s style and communications director, who told us what the benefits to winning the competition have been for the company.

She also told us what the inspiration was behind the design of the Pro Series 48-Inch Induction Range. Style and innovation drive the brand’s process, and this appliance offers a sleek, sustainable choice.

Innovation & Aesthetics

In terms of market need, the induction range offers an eco-conscious cooking experience that allows precision heating. It offers several innovative functions, including multiple heating zones, booster features, residual heat indicators and digital programming, and it is easy to clean.

It integrates flush with the countertop and is the first of its kind in the 48-inch size from Bertazzoni. The new Carbonio finish allows the appliance to blend into a kitchen with a darker color palette, or it can be a focal point in a lighter space.

Bertazzoni told us the Professional Series 48-Inch Induction Range was very well received at KBIS 2024. Future plans include a full suite of appliances in the Carbonio finish, including refrigeration and dishwashers.

According to the 2023 KBB Product Awards judges, “Bertazzoni has been known for unique and bold finishes, and the brand continues to deliver yet again. Ranges are a great place to celebrate the art of cooking, and a statement piece is one way of doing so.”

Photo credit: Bertazzoni

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Click HERE to submit and to take advantage of the early-bird rate of $375 per entry until May 3, 2024. After that, and until the competition closes on July 5, 2024, the entry fee will be $525.

In addition to the Kitchen and Bath Products of the Year awards, we expect additional product-specific awards in the following categories:

– Air Quality
– Bath and Kitchen Accessories
– Bath and Kitchen Faucets
– Bath and Kitchen Sinks
– Bath Storage and Furniture
– Cooking Appliances – Click to listen to a podcast with the 2023 Overall Kitchen Winner of the Year – Bertazzoni!
– Countertops
– Decorative Hardware
– Dishwashers
– Flooring and Flooring Components
– Functional Hardware
– Kitchen Cabinetry
– Laundry Products
– Lighting
– Outdoor Offerings
– Refrigeration
– Shower Components/Systems
– Smart Innovations
– Sustainable Offerings
– Toilets
– Tubs
– Wallcoverings
– Water Quality
– Wellness Products

The KBB 2024 Product Awards will be decided upon by an esteemed panel of judges from the kitchen and bath industry, which will be introduced in the coming weeks. Winners will be announced in the September/October of KBB, as well as on kbbonline.com. All award submissions will be featured in a digital gallery once the winners are announced.

View the 2023 Product Award Winners Here!

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KBB 2023 Product Awards Submissions

We have already announced the KBB 2023 Product Awards winners, but we also wanted to give a shout out to all the remaining product submissions. We added a ton of new categories this year – equally divided among the kitchen and bath – including air quality, countertops, cabinetry, smart innovations and accessories.

Below you will see a few of the submissions we received for the KBB 2023 Product Awards – to whet your appetite, as it were. Click through the gallery to see the rest of the entries.

Century Components’ Cutting Board is removeable for easy cleaning. It utilizes Blum’s Tandem 563 slide featuring the Pull-Out Shelf Lock to provide the proper weight capacity and stability to safely cut and chop. The units can be installed over 34-quart or 50-quart wastebins, which allows for easy disposal of waste products. It can also be removed and utilized on any counter surface without fear of scratching thanks to its commercial-grade rubber feet. The cutting board is finished with a food-safe mineral oil. Photo credit: Century Components

Inspired by the geometric patterns and clean straight lines in the art deco period style, the Magda Bathtub from MTI Baths is ergonomically designed to accommodate two bathers. It is offered as a luxurious soaker model or as an air bath for a full-body hydrotherapy experience. It is molded from MTI’s proprietary mineral composite mixture and treated with a state-of-the-art chemically bonded finish for a result that is non-porous, durable and easily maintained. Its cast-stone construction provides enhanced insulating properties that help keep bath water warm longer for lazy, indulgent soaks in the tub. Magda is carefully finished by hand to a gorgeous glossy white, and it is also available in matte options of white, black or gray. Photo credit: MTI Baths

ThermaSol is enhancing its family of products with new indoor and outdoor luxury saunas. Available in three design configurations: outdoor barrel, outdoor canopy barrel and indoor, each sauna is hand-crafted from the highest-grade clear Western red cedar or Nordic spruce. Inspired by the brilliance of Northern European sauna technology and design, ThermaSol’s latest collections offer luxurious features and exceptional detailing from the heater, lumber and accessories to mood lighting and Wi-Fi accessibility. Photo credit: ThermaSol

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Health and wellness are two buzzwords making the rounds in the kitchen and bath industry, and the overall winners of the KBB Product Awards 2023 have been paying close attention. A cold plunge tub in your own bathroom and a streamlined induction range for the home chef totally fit the bill.

A lot of this year’s winners had a focus on function and aesthetics, and customization is still key, as seen with the Kitchen and Bath Faucet and Shower Components category winners.

Above photo: The Bathroom Product of the Year & Tub Winner: Hydro Systems Cold Plunge

Other winning products were designed to solve very specific issues, including a product that protects trash areas from spills, grout that matches every color imaginable and a clothes-drying rack that folds away into a cabinet when not in use.

Today’s homeowners also want products that are built to last, as well as hygienic offerings like the winners of the Smart Innovation and Countertop categories. Statement pieces in the kitchen and bath are all the rage – faucets and vanities included – and sustainability is top of mind, as you can see with the Kitchen Accessory and Kitchen Cabinets category winners.

The Kitchen Product of the Year & Kitchen Appliance Winner: Bertazzoni Professional Series 48-Inch Induction Range

A few wild cards round out this year’s winners, including new versions of indoor and outdoor workstation sinks, an accessible and safe toilet seat and a wallcovering inspired by the ancient art of fluting.

A huge thanks goes out our judges for naming this year’s winners of the KBB Product Awards – congrats to all!

Meet the KBB Product Awards 2023 Judges

Ariana Afshar Lovato (above top left) is owner and principal designer of Arroyo Grande, Calif.-based Honeycomb Home Design. As an NKBA-accredited AKBD and an Allied ASID member, she has a strong understanding of design and culture, enabling her to create spaces based on her clients’ passions and inspirations. Lovato serves on the board of Central Coast Interior Designers, is a board executive for Girls Going Greater and is a member of the Iranian-American Women Foundation. Outside of design, Lovato spends time with her husband Matthew, their son Pierre and their three pugs Molly, Walter and Tux.

James Saisakorn, RA (above bottom left) joined The Turett Collaborative in 2004 and believes the skills of planning, making and executing architecture is fundamental to ensuring the quality of the finished product. His understanding of construction and his extensive knowledge of municipal codes, landmarks and zoning has helped guide many of the firm’s projects. Saisakorn is advancing TTC’s focus on ground-up construction and is overseeing the planning and design of a 34-unit residential building in New York’s Harlem neighborhood. He has been a registered architect in New York since 2001 and is an avid world traveler.

Sharon Sherman (above bottom right) is the founder of Thyme and Place Design in Wyckoff, N.J., and has been practicing kitchen and bath design for the past 40 years. Her award-winning designs and editorial comments have been featured in a variety of publications, and her blog “Tips from the Trade” appears on DesignNJ.com and kbbonline.com. Sherman has appeared on HGTV’s “My Big Amazing Renovation” and episodes of “House Smarts with Lou Manfredini.” She was a featured Voices from The Industry speaker at the NKBA’s Kitchen & Bath Industry Show and is a member of KBB’s Editorial Advisory Board.

Rosario Mannino, AIA (above top right) is owner and principal architect of RS Mannino Architects + Builders with offices in New Jersey and New York. He has been practicing residential architectural design and construction for more than 20 years and is a member of the American Institute of Architects, the Institute of Classical Architecture & Art, Green Building Council and Rutherford Historic Preservation Society and is certified by the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards. He and his wife and two daughters reside in Rutherford, N.J., and escape to their family home in Scottsdale, Ariz., for relaxation and inspiration.

—By Chelsie Butler, KBB executive editor

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