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2025 NKBA Summit: Bath Trends

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Thurs., Nov. 21 | 2:00 – 4:00 PM ET

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Dive into the Future of Bath Design

Join us for the NKBA Bath Trends Summit, sponsored by Bed Bath & Beyond Professional, on Thursday, November 21st, from 2:00 – 4:00 PM ET. This exclusive virtual event will unveil the latest trends and innovations for 2025, designing for the future, and how to create award-winning projects.

You’ll get the first look at the NKBA’s 2025 Bath Trends Report and enjoy inspiring presentations, dynamic designer panels, and interviews with industry leaders. And, as a bonus, attendees will receive a free* download of the full report post-event!

Don’t miss your chance to stay ahead of the curve and revolutionize your bath designs. Register now and discover the future of bath trends!

*Non-members who don’t attend the Summit will pay $2995. NKBA members have access to all NKBA reports for free. 

“Trends in the bath will feature bigger sinks in new colors and finishes while easy to clean countertops are of foremost concern to homeowners.”

— NKBA 2025 Bath Trends Report

On Demand

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Sessions
Top 20 Bath Trends for 2025Session 1featuring:
Tricia Zach, Head of Research, NKBA
Revealing the Bath trend insights from the NKBA’s annual Bath Design Trends study.
Smart Solutions for Tomorrow’s Bathrooms: Integrating Technology for Wellness & DesignSession 2featuring:
Greg Barrett, Director of Product Management: Professional Lighting, Savant
Josh Christian, CEO, Home Technology Association (HTA)
Elma Y. Gardner, CMKBD, Owner, By Design Studio, Inc.
moderator:
Heather Shannon, SVP, Strategic Growth, NKBA | KBIS
Exploring the Latest Innovations in Smart Home Tech and How They Are Shaping the Future of Bathroom Design.
Designing for the Future: Innovations in Residential Spaces for Every GenerationSession 3featuring:
Paula Kennedy, CMKBD, CEO, Timeless Kitchen Design LLC
Molly Erin McCabe, AKBD, Owner & Principal Designer, McCabe by Design LLC
Ebony Stephenson, Owner & Principal Designer, Designs by Ebony, LLC
moderator:
Tricia Zach, Head of Research, NKBA
Exploring Forward-Thinking Solutions in Bathroom Design to Create Functional, Adaptable, and Future-Proof Homes.
Insights from Award-winning Bath Designers and Competition JudgesSession 4featuring:
Gina D’Amore Bauerle, Owner/Interior Designer, D’Amore Interiors
Cailin M. Thelen, CMKBD, Designer & Owner, Thelen Designs, LLC
moderator:
Kelly Buchsbaum, Sr. Manager, Chapter Relations, NKBA | KBIS
Designing beautiful baths for clients and contests.

Speakers

<strong>Greg Barrett</strong>

Greg Barrett

Director of Product Management: Professional Lighting | Savant

<strong>Gina D'Amore Bauerle</strong>

Gina D’Amore Bauerle

Owner/Interior Designer | D’Amore Interiors

<strong>Kelly Bauchsbaum</strong>

Kelly Bauchsbaum

Sr. Manager, Chapter Relations | NKBA | KBIS

<strong>Josh Christian</strong>

Josh Christian

CEO | Home Technology Association (HTA)

<strong>Elma Y. Gardner, CMKBD</strong>

Elma Y. Gardner, CMKBD

Owner | By Design Studio, Inc.

<strong>Paula Kennedy, CMKBD</strong>

Paula Kennedy, CMKBD

CEO | Timeless Kitchen Design LLC

<strong>Molly McCabe, AKBD</strong>

Molly McCabe, AKBD

Owner & Principal Designer | McCabe By Design LLC

<strong>Heather Shannon</strong>

Heather Shannon

SVP, Strategic Growth | NKBA | KBIS

<strong>Ebony Stephenson</strong>

Ebony Stephenson

Owner & Principal Designer | Design by Ebony, LLC

<strong>Cailin M. Thelen, CMKBD</strong>

Cailin M. Thelen, CMKBD

Designer & Owner | Thelen Designs, LLC

<strong>Crystal Watts</strong>

Crystal Watts

Director of Marketing
NKBA | KBIS

<strong>Tricia Zach</strong>

Tricia Zach

Head of Research |
NKBA | KBIS

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