NKBA 2026 Review of the Association and Industry Outlook
- brg_news_room
- Feb 23
- 1 min read
USA: At the National Kitchen & Bath Association’s (NKBA) 2026 annual meeting, Global President and CEO Bill Darcy reflected on a challenging 2025 for the kitchen, bath and remodeling industry, citing issues like tariffs, rising building material costs, a persistent labour shortage, and housing constraints that dampened growth and consumer confidence. Despite these headwinds, NKBA has strengthened its advocacy role, expanded international membership and forged strategic alliances, reinforcing its support for professionals in the sector. Looking ahead, the association expects modest recovery, with consumer demand for home improvement remaining resilient and repair/remodelling activity growing. Trend insights highlighted evolving consumer priorities, such as adaptable, efficient design and new decision‑making patterns influenced by economic uncertainty.
Source: KBB
