The Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) has announced the first-ever People’s Choice Award winner from its annual Best Booths Competition — GE Appliances. While the other honorees were selected by an esteemed panel of judges, this new category was determined by attendee votes through the KBIS app.
The winner of the People’s Choice Award, the GE Appliances’ House of Brands booth, featured a high-tech washing machine wall that captivated attendees with its visual impact.
“KBIS is one of the most exciting moments each year for our industry, and we’re thrilled that attendees chose the GE Appliances House of Brands booth for the 2026 People’s Choice Award,” said Mary Putman, vice president of marketing & brand, GE Appliances, a Haier company. “Our team set out to create immersive brand experiences (Monogram, CAFÉ, GE Profile and GE Appliances) that showcased how innovation, design and technology come together to improve and enhance everyday life at home. It means a lot to our team to be recognized by the people who experienced it firsthand.”
The Best Booth Awards recognized outstanding exhibitor creativity on display at KBIS 2026. Artistry, innovation and craftsmanship transformed the Orange County Convention Center as exhibitors showcased new products in creative presentations that transported attendees. This year’s winners rose above the rest, showcasing the largest trends that will sweep the kitchen and bath industry in the coming years.
