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Explore Tomorrow’s Innovations at NEXTStage:
Get ready to experience the ultimate fusion of creativity, knowledge, and excitement at NEXTStage! Experience a whirlwind of high-profile speakers, electrifying educational sessions, and a star-studded lineup of celebrity appearances that will leave you inspired and energized.
Dive into our robust programming designed to spark your imagination and fuel your passion with stories from the industry’s leading designers. Discover the latest trends, groundbreaking innovations, and insider secrets as our experts share their journeys and successes.
But that’s not all
Prepare to be dazzled by our exclusive awards programs that celebrate the finest in the business. From jaw-dropping presentations to heart-pounding moments of recognition, NEXTStage is your gateway to a world of extraordinary experiences and endless possibilities.
Join us at NEXTStage at KBIS 2025 and be part of the future of design and innovation. It’s going to be unforgettable!
Four Dynamic Tracks. All About Design.
Technology
From the connected home to the Internet of Things and AI, industry experts discuss the intersection of design and the world of home technology and share what you need to know about integrating smart appliances, fixtures, lighting, and the necessary infrastructure for the home of the future.Â
Technology Track Sponsored by:
Business & Trends
The sharpest minds in K&B offer strategic advice to bolster your business for now and for the future, and help prepare you for the uncertainties of these challenging times. Plus, creative thinkers and savvy designers share the latest trends in design, color, product and more.
Sustainability
Design has a profound impact on the environment, inside and outside the home. Experts discuss the circular economy and the best ways to utilize sustainably sourced materials, green products, and principles of healthy design to commit to healthier homes.
Wellness
One of the hottest topics in design, our wellness specialists cover what makes a healthy home, from air and water quality to lighting to universal design. Learn how to create a human-centric environment personalized for the specific needs of your clients in these thoughtful discussions.
NEXTStage Schedule & Speakers for KBIS 2025 Coming Soon!
Featured Speakers from KBIS 2024
Hot Takes on Trending Topics
Featuring: Martyn Lawrence Bullard, Suzanne Kasler, and Matthew Quinn
Legends of Kitchen Design
Featuring: Richard Anuszkiewicz, Mick de Giulio, and Christopher Peacock
Low Impact is a Good Thing: The Latest Initiatives in Low-Carbon Design
Featuring: Amanda Gunawan
Watch all Sessions On-Demand from KBIS 2024
THREE DAILY HOSTS!
Each day of KBIS, our daily hosts will guide the NEXTStage audience through an energetic experience of more than 20 programs throughout the three-day show.Â
About The Hosts
Day 1 Host – John McClain, CEO/Creative Director, John McClain Design & Design Success Academy
John McClain is a multi-faceted leader in the interior design industry and proudly serves in his field as an interior designer, product designer, author, speaker, business coach, and podcast host.
As the CEO and Creative Director of his internationally acclaimed award-winning interior design firm, John McClain Design, his interior design and home furnishings creations have been featured by numerous shelter publications and television networks including Elle Décor, Traditional Home, HGTV, CBS, and NBC. John is also a contributor to outlets such as Martha Stewart Living, Interior Design magazine, The Wall Street Journal, & House Beautiful. As a product designer, John has created distinctive home furnishings that have not only garnered awards but have made numerous television appearances in their own right.
Day 2 Host – Sophie Donelson, Author and Design Journalist
Sophie Donelson is a design journalist and speaker whose work celebrates the connection between people and their homes. Previously editor in chief of House Beautiful magazine, Sophie has authored several books including Uncommon Kitchens: A Revolutionary Approach to the Most Popular Room in the House (2023) and was recently the host of Magnolia Network’s Design Defined. A longtime New Yorker, Sophie now lives in Montréal.
Day 3 Host – Breegan Jane, Designer, Author and Philanthropist
Designer, author and philanthropist Breegan Jane continues to showcase her vast expertise building homes, designing products and hosting television shows, all while balancing life as a single mother. As the current host of HGTV’s Dream Home, her appearances on a half dozen shows across HGTV, WBD, Max and others reveal her prolific talent for storytelling.
Breegan’s global influence in interior design can be best seen in her line of home accessories distributed in retail locations across the US and Canada, including the well-known Home Goods and HomeSense stores. A lighting collection with Savoy House showcases her innovation and prowess in product development. Breegan’s skills in marketing and product design are displayed in her legacy collection of vibrant, bold wallpapers and fabrics, created in partnership with Clarke and Clarke. Her textiles and wallcoverings are currently available across the United States as well as throughout Europe and Africa, establishing her as a globally-recognized brand.
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