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Welcome to NKBA

The mission of the National Kitchen and Bathroom Association (NZ) Inc. is to enhance member success and excellence by promoting professional and ethical business practices, and providing leadership, direction, and education for the kitchen and bathroom industry.

NKBA is the only member association dedicated to New Zealand's kitchen and bathroom industry, representing designers, suppliers, and manufacturers. Our members:

  • attend regular networking and educational events throughout the country
  • keep abreast of industry updates and trends at the annual NKBA Conference
  • gain recognition through the NKBA Excellence in Design Awards programme
  • promote themselves as NKBA-endorsed industry professionals, providing peace of mind to clients
  • upskill via professional development opportunities, including design workshops, educational webinars, and BCITO's New Zealand Diploma in Design.

Explore our website to learn more.

Latest News

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Why Aren’t We Building for All? The 2% Problem in NZ Housing

Published: 2nd July 2025
Universal design for everyone sounds like a simple concept, but only 2% of new homes built in Aotearoa comply with Lifemark standards – an independent standard for universal design in New Zealand.
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Abode Media Partnership

Published: 19th May 2025
NKBA is excited to announce a new media partnership with Abode, a premier South Island lifestyle and design publication. A must read for any design enthusiast, Abode showcases the work of talented designers across the re…
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Excellence in Design Awards

Published: 18th December 2024
NKBA's annual Excellence in Design Awards showcase the best of New Zealand kitchen and bathroom design.

Entries to the 2025 awards are now open for entry. 
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