LUX by Burn Outdoorkitchens
Design & Construction Week, which wrapped in February, is probably the single most important trade show in North America if you’re in the kitchen and bath design game or you build houses for a living.
That’s because the week is a co-located event that combines the National Association of Home Builders’ International Builders’ Show and the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show, which is owned by the National Kitchen and Bath Association.
Attendees go for the educational sessions, the parties and the networking opportunities, but the money is in the discovery–product discovery, that is. Construction Week is where product manufacturers unveil their newest products, technology and building systems because the event consistently draws tens of thousands of trade professionals. Show organizers say this year’s event in Orlando, Fla., achieved record-breaking success with an estimated attendance of almost 117,000 and more than 2,200 exhibitors.
To be fair, Construction Week has a lot of dogs (Read: mediocre products), but it also offers a wide variety of stars – cool and innovative products from well-known American brands as well as newly available companies from Europe, South America and China. Because of this, you get a smorgasbord of products that range from the frivolous to the functional and from the silly to the sensible.
Though Design Vibes did not attend this year’s edition, we had our “spies” doing reconnaissance, roaming the show floor to see which products were worth a second look.
This is what they told us:
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The maker of Composer One says the new garbage disposal is a game-changing unit that is a quieter, safer, more intuitive system than anything else on the market. Designed to handle 100% of everyday food waste without clogging and offered in three colors (orange, white and dark green), the unit has an “iris” that opens for easy loading and seals shut during operation to protect hands and eardrums. A one-touch control lever replaces the traditional wall switch, activating a quieter, more streamlined setup, the company says. It has a 1-horsepower motor, automated water flushing and bio-enzyme dosing that breaks down food waste. The company is based in Oakland, Calif., and has operations in Rochester, N.Y.
The Cirrus 08 Freestanding Bath Filler (above left) is a bold, industrial statement in outdoor bathing design, the brand says. Crafted from 316 stainless steel, it features a smooth progressive mixer and is available in brushed stainless steel and structured black finishes. An optional frost-free version allows for year-round outdoor use, even in colder climates. The company says the unit is designed for luxury residential, hospitality and outdoor wellness projects. It also comes in a frost-free outdoor shower (above right).
Kohler says its Synthos Workstation Sink is an entertainer’s dream. The collection features expansive stainless-steel undermount sinks, basins, multi-level ledges and wood and stainless steel accessories for chopping, rinsing and serving. It simplifies prep, enhances entertaining experiences and streamlines cleanup into one durable and elegant system for everyday use as well as entertaining, the brand says. Each sink includes a low-profile linear drain, sloped base, removable drain cover and floating sink rack. Sinks are available in 30-, 36-, 48-, 60- and 72-inch widths.
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The consumer division of Sharp Electronics Corporation, today announced new additions to its suite of compact kitchen appliances. Among the new appliances is the 24-inch counter-depth French door refrigerator (SJG1166SNS). Born from the brand’s 24-inch bottom-freezer counter depth refrigerator, this new model offers smart storage and organization solutions, now paired with French doors to appeal to wider tastes and needs. It has a 11.3-cubic-foot capacity, flexible shelving, and a 4.6 cu. ft. two-drawer freezer. Another introduction in the new compact kitchen appliances is the 24-inch wall oven (SWA2462SNS), available Spring 2026.
The highlight of the brand’s booth this year was a 76-inch Sculptura Soaking Tub is crafted from transparent resin and shown in a warm amber finish. Designed as functional art, the freestanding tub emphasizes form, material and light, the company says, with customizable color options available to suit a range of design visions.
The minimalist Slot Sink Drain is now available in-stock in a 24-inch model for projects with quick lead times. Infinity Drain says the unit transforms the sink drain from an afterthought to an intentional architectural feature, integrated linear sink drains offer a cohesive design solution for sleek aesthetics and seamless water flow. Crafted from stainless steel, it creates a clean, continuous opening that integrates directly into stone, quartz, or solid-surface sink constructions and disappears into the sink design. Products are made in the company’s Long Island, N.Y., facility.
The brand has reimagined its Signature Rockwell—a freestanding 360-degree walk-around grill that is debuting in crimson, the original, legacy finish of the Caliber/Rockwell collaboration. Designed to mimic the communal experience of gathering around a picnic table, it has a fully retractable “disappearing lid” that slides beneath the cooktop when open, three 20,000 BTU burners, an integrated side surface that expands the functional workspace and a firebox pitched at a steeper angle to significantly improve grease management and flow.
The brand’s 2026 product introductions include 077 Heirloom Brass, a solid brass finish designed to age naturally over time. As it develops its characteristic tonal variations, Heirloom Brass brings warmth, depth and character to both contemporary and traditional spaces and is available across Baldwin’s Estate and Reserve collections. The finish is shown here on the Anaheim Hills levers.
The Odin outdoor kitchen faucet is made of solid 316l marine grade stainless steel for durability and corrosion resistance and features quick-disconnect fittings for seamless winterization. Integrated InnoFlex PEX supply lines eliminate potential leak points and are less hassle to install, while diamond-coated valve design helps the faucet perform like new for life, the brand says.
The brand says its line of fine fireclay ceramic sinks are expertly crafted and designed to deliver exceptional durability, performance, and timeless elegance. Made from a specialized molding process rather than carving, each sink begins with formed clay shaped to precise dimensions, then slowly dried under mild heat for up to two days. The sink is subsequently fired at approximately 1,300°C, creating a dense, rock-solid structure known for its strength and longevity, the brand says.
The brand formerly known as Signature Kitchen Suite debuted its first-ever luxury laundry portfolio at KBIS 2026, marking the brand’s expansion into fabric care. This WashCombo is a high-capacity all-in-one washer and dryer engineered to deliver advanced washing and drying performance in a single unit. Featuring a 5.8-cubic-foot capacity, the SKS WashCombo uses AI technology that intelligently analyzes fabric type, load size and soil levels to tailor washing and drying cycles for optimal results. A Dual Inverter Heat Pump enables economical, low temperature drying designed to help preserve fabrics while reducing energy consumption, the company says.
The German-based outdoor kitchen brand showed its three product lines to the U.S. trade community. Made from weather resistant stainless steel, the products offer a modular and customizable set of modules that includes cooktops, burn flames, gas grills, ceramic grills and refrigerators. Four colors and three lines are available.
The plumbing giant has extended the Leap smart toilet collection with new unique models that expand choice across automated functionality, personal cleansing and price point. Offering Kohler’s unique, first-to-market dual front- and rear‑wand innovation, Leap features a built-in heated seat, handheld remote with programmable presets and bidet personalization. The tankless one-piece toilet offers a simplified entry into smart toileting with advanced functionality, the company says.