The biggest gathering of kitchen brands and businesses in the UK kicked off yesterday (Sunday) at the NEC Birmingham, giving industry professionals a vital opportunity to show off their latest products and services. The kbb show runs until this Wednesday with one of the highlights, a keynote presentation from top designer Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen, taking place today (Monday.) Thousands of visitors converge on the kbb show each year to interact with retailers, interior designers, architects, contractors and property developers. It is the perfect venue to gain design inspiration and up-to-date knowledge of the latest products on the market. This years exhibitors at the show, which has been held annually for 27 years, include De Dietrich, Franke (UK) Ltd, Steel Cuisine, System Six Kitchens, Tapworks Water Softeners, Woodland Kitchens, ZOJE Kitchen and Bath Co Ltd, Indesit/Hotpoint and Kitchen and Bathroom News. The show is open from 9.30am to 5pm each day.