- January 7, 2026
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As KBIS continues to evolve as a platform for innovation, education, and connection, Designhounds returns in 2026 with a multi-channel program designed to help exhibitors engage meaningfully with the design community — before, during, and after the show.
From pre-show virtual engagement to onsite VIP experiences and extended digital visibility, the Designhounds KBIS 2026 program offers three distinct opportunities for brands to connect with influential design professionals and amplify their presence.
Designhounds Talks: KBIS Event Preview
January 29, 2026
The Designhounds Preview is a high-energy virtual event designed to build momentum ahead of KBIS. Hosted in a live, conversational Zoom format, this event connects exhibitors with engaged designers who are actively planning their KBIS experience.
Participating brands are invited to present or tease new products, booth highlights, and key messages through a short presentation segment, while benefiting from on-demand replay access and post-event promotion. The result is early awareness, stronger booth traffic, and extended visibility leading into the show.
Ideal for brands looking to:
- Build pre-show awareness
- Connect with designers before arriving in Las Vegas
- Drive qualified traffic to their KBIS booth
Designhounds LIVE at KBIS: VIP Booth Tours & Events
Onsite at KBIS 2026
Designhounds LIVE at KBIS delivers high-touch, turnkey engagement on the show floor. In 2026, a curated group of 25 influential designers and content creators will be onsite to explore products, attend private booth events, and participate in guided tours designed to foster authentic conversation and product understanding.
Each LIVE program is managed end-to-end by the Designhounds team — from participant curation and promotion to onsite execution and post-event content. Brands benefit from meaningful face-to-face engagement, supported by social, blog, and newsletter amplification that extends impact beyond the show.
Ideal for brands seeking:
- In-person engagement with vetted design professionals
- Structured product education in a premium setting
- Turnkey programming with lasting digital visibility
Designhounds Guide to KBIS 2026
Pre-show digital planning resource
The Designhounds Guide to KBIS is an at-a-glance digital roadmap designed to help designers navigate the show efficiently and confidently. Distributed well ahead of KBIS and used throughout the event, the Guide highlights must-see brands, exhibitor events, and insider recommendations from the Designhounds network.
Exhibitors may participate through event calendar listings, banner ads, or advertorial features, gaining targeted visibility within a trusted editorial environment. With an extended digital lifespan, the Guide continues to drive discovery and engagement well beyond the show floor.
Ideal for brands looking to:
- Be discovered during pre-show planning
- Promote booth events and key moments
- Maintain visibility before, during, and after KBIS
Designhounds Favorite Finds: Editorial Recognition at KBIS
Throughout KBIS 2026, Designhounds participants will independently select standout products through a purely editorial Favorite Finds process. Each designer submits their selections to the Designhounds team, which then curates and announces finalists and winners during the Designhounds KBIS Virtual Recap Event in March 2026.
Favorite Finds recognition is amplified across Designhounds’ social media, blog, and newsletter channels, contributing to a combined unique reach of 200,000+ design professionals.
Learn More
Whether you’re looking to build early momentum, create high-touch onsite engagement, or extend your visibility beyond the show floor, Designhounds offers a flexible, integrated approach to KBIS participation.
Questions? Contact the Designhounds team at hello@m2-connect.com to discuss the best fit for your brand
