USA Cabinet Store LLC Wins NKBA Innovative Showroom Award

Texas-based branch honored for excellence in consumer engagement and space utilization

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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USA Cabinet Store LLC announced that its Texas-based branch was awarded the NKBA Innovative Showroom Award at the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show 2026. The location received honors in the Medium-Sized Kitchen & Bath Design Center category, distinguishing itself among competing remodeler spaces across North America.

Why it matters

The award recognizes showrooms that demonstrate inspiring designs, innovative interactive environments, and outstanding project management capabilities, highlighting the vital role that physical spaces play in the design process.

The details

The successful showroom design and operational model was led by Lead Designer Tony Kaplan and Project Manager Joseph Oz. Their approach to the 2,500 to 5,000 square foot space integrates interactive material displays with comprehensive project management workspaces. The recognition aligns with recent real estate and remodeling reports indicating a fundamental shift toward intelligent, personalized home design over standard catalog ordering.

  • USA Cabinet Store LLC was awarded the NKBA Innovative Showroom Award at the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show 2026 on February 25, 2026.

The players

USA Cabinet Store LLC

A network of 13 kitchen and bath remodeling showrooms across several states, providing custom cabinetry, design consultations, and complete project management services.

Tony Kaplan

The lead designer who oversaw the award-winning showroom design and operational model.

Joseph Oz

The project manager who collaborated with Tony Kaplan on the award-winning showroom design and operational model.

Emin Halac

The CEO of USA Cabinet Store LLC.

National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA)

The organization that represents over 50,000 kitchen and bath professionals across North America and presented the Innovative Showroom Awards at KBIS 2026.

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What they’re saying

“This award reflects the team's focus on making the kitchen and bath design process tangible for homeowners.”

— Emin Halac, CEO, USA Cabinet Store LLC (PRESSADVANTAGE)

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