Kitchen appliances are constantly evolving, and the latest designs and cutting-edge features often debut at the combined Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) and International Builders’ Show (IBS). With numerous appliance manufacturers showcasing their best, newest and soon-to-market products in one location, this annual trade event offers a prime opportunity to observe both major industry shifts and short-lived trends. Here are some highlights from the 2025 show, held Feb. 25-27 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
1. Matte White and Graphite Finishes Are New Neutrals
The vast majority of appliances displayed at KBIS have a stainless steel finish, often with a fingerprint-resistant coating. But this year, appliances sported a lot of variations in color, as well as twists on old-school white and black, that felt fresh while still looking like they’d have longevity.
This Café dishwasher drawer, for example, is smooth matte white, a finish that’s rapidly increasing in popularity for the brand, we learned at their booth, and that we saw sprinkled elsewhere (mostly on ranges) at the show. Matte black stainless steel and graphite finishes, which we saw at last year’s show, were also prevalent again.
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