Best of IBS™ Awards
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Each year, the NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) recognizes the outstanding building products and services from exhibiting companies in nine categories with the Best of IBS Awards.
At IBS 2026, there are nine categories for the Best of IBS Awards:
- Best Business Solution Software (previously known as Best Home Software)
- Best Energy Efficient Product
- Best Home Technology Product
- Best Indoor Product
- Best Kitchen & Bath Product
- Best Outdoor Product
- Best Window & Door Product
- Most Innovative Building Material Product
- Most Innovative Construction Tool
Best of IBS Awards finalists and winners are selected by an independent judging panel of reporters, building industry professionals and industry consultants.
The application process for the Best of IBS Awards Program closed on November 21, 2025. Finalists will be announced to the industry in mid-January 2026 and category award winners, including overall Best in Show, will be awarded on the final day of the show during the Best of IBS Awards Ceremony, Thursday, February 19.
Check out which 2026 IBS exhibitors wowed the judges!
LEARN MORE ABOUT the 2026 Finalists
- Adaptive by Adaptive – Booth S6065
- Astro AI by New Home Star – Booth S2043
- AutoTranslate by Higharc – Booth S7071
- Hardline by Hardline – Booth S3074
- JobTread Software by JobTread Software – Booth S8017
- Prophetic by Prophetic – Booth S7059
- RENDR by RENDR – Booth S3071
- Carbon Heating Board by UNIONCT – Booth W8348
- EP Cube 2.0 Residential Energy Storage System by Eternalplanet Energy (USA) Inc. – Booth W7373
- Lennox SLP99VK 99% Efficient Fully Modulating Gas Furnace by Lennox – Booth W4767
- Savant Smart Budget by Savant – Booth S16065
- SPAN Panel MLO 24 with SPAN Current Transformers by SPAN – Booth S15058
- Streetleaf Solar, Energy-efficient, Outdoor Streetlights by Streetleaf – Booth P1805
- TEIA Suspended Vapor-Fire Fireplace by CF + D | Custom Fireplace Design / VITA | Fireplaces – Booth S13023
- Allusion Edge Electric Fireplace by Hearth & Home Technologies – Booth S17023
- Lennox E40 Smart Thermostat by Lennox – Booth W4767
- Liv EZ™ Filtered Water Dispenser by Elkay by Zurn Elkay Water Solutions – Booth W5247
- PLACE by Gentex Corporation – Booth S8084
- Vacuum Elevators by PVE by Pneumatic Vacuum Elevators, LLC – Booth W6183
- VOSKER VKX by VOSKER – Booth S9179
- WaterCube 10 (WC-10) by Genesis Systems – Booth S11202
- Chameleon Retractable Central Vacuum by H-P Products Central Vacuums – Booth S12078
- Flood Smart™ by Pro-Flash Building Products – Booth W6143
- Goguette 3 Zone Wine Refrigerator by Goguette Wine Fridges/VintageView Wine Storage Systems – Booth S13059
- JascoPro Modular Lighting System by JascoPro – Booth S11071
- Kidde Smart Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm with Ring (DC Version) by Kidde – Booth P1509
- Radiant® Smart Lighting with Wi-Fi by Legrand – Booth S908
- Recessed Handrail by Viewrail – Booth S17049
- Savaria Luma Through-Floor Lift by Savaria Concord Lifts – Booth W6659
- Summum 140 BioEthanol Fireplace by Element4 Inc.– Booth S16071
- TEIA Suspended Vapor-Fire Fireplace by CF + D | Custom Fireplace Design /VITA | Fireplaces – Booth S13023
- GE Proseo Undercabinet Fixture by Savant – Booth S16065
- ICON Porcelain Panels by Interior Logic Group – Booth S6031
- Lancaster Galley Outdoor Kitchen by Backyard Discovery | Range – Booth S2163
- Martel™ from E by Emser Tile – Booth S17059
- Navali™ by Emser Tile – Booth S17059
- Schluter® by DESIGN-NICHE by Schluter Systems – Booth W2583
- Visual Comfort Designer Illuminated LED Mirrors by Visual Comfort & Co. – Booth S12005
- 12" Seamless Shadowline Wall Panel by ChamClad – Booth W2523
- Aquor Hot + Cold Residential Mixing Valve by Aquor Water Systems – Booth W5185
- Bison Level Up Paver Pedestal System by Bison Innovative Products - DAP Global – Booth S9026
- Della Terra® Porcelain Slabs by Arizona Tile – Booth S14095
- Eveook Fall Protection System by Ballantyne Gear Fall Protection – Booth S12171
- Ignite Evolve® Linear Electric Fireplace by Dimplex Electric Fireplaces – Booth S14022
- Ombra Smart Pergola by Letright Industrial Corp., Ltd. – Booth S5163
- R-WEAVE™ by AZENCO OUTDOOR – Booth S8118
- The Outer Limits® Aequa Series 2cm Porcelain Paver by Arizona Tile – Booth S14095
- TruExterior 5/8 Lap Siding by Westlake Royal Building Products – Booth W3743
- Visual Comfort & Co. Rechargeable Outdoor Lamps by Visual Comfort & Co. – Booth S12005
- Clopay Avante® Door with C-Power™ Enabled Click to Conceal™ Panels by Clopay Corporation – Booth W2950
- Custom Hurricane Rated Doors by HEXcores – Booth W7755
- FlowStop by FLOWSTOP – Booth S2188
- Flush Mount Garage Door by Flush Mount Door Co. – Booth W6788
- MASTERGRAIN Large-Format Fiberglass Door by MASTERGRAIN – Booth W6053
- ODLs HVHZ-Approved Fiberglass Entry Doors by ODL, Inc. – Booth W3283
- Power Pet Roll-Up Automatic Pet Door by High Tech Pet Products, Inc. – Booth S2188
- Forte™ Urethanized Acrylic by The Sherwin-Williams Company – Booth W3901
- Gator Guard by Gator Guard Innovative Floor Protection – Booth S9162
- HighFlow™ Structural Rainscreen Furring Strip by Highwood Enterprises Pty. Ltd. – Booth W8293
- Insulair® by Advanced Building Products, Inc. – Booth W6590
- J'd Out Kickout by American Flashings and Accessories – Booth W5390
- LP BurnGuard™ FRT OSB by LP Building Solutions – Booth W3723
- LP SmartSide® ExpertFinish® Trim & Siding Naturals Collection™ by LP Building Solutions – Booth W3723
- MASTERGRAIN Large-Format Fiberglass Door by MASTERGRAIN – Booth W6053
- Muddskip Revolutionary Drywall Finishing Technology by Muddskip Revolutionary Wall Coating – Booth W8189
- Papyrus Artforms by Belgard, an Oldcastle APG Brand – Booth W3467
- TruExterior® 5/8” Lap Siding by Westlake Royal Building Products – Booth W3743
- TYPAR FlangeFlash by TYPAR – Booth W2966
- AutoTranslate by Higharc – Booth S7071
- Elevall Portable Smart Crane System by Evall USA, LLC. – Booth S14166
- Eveook Fall Protection System by Ballantyne Gear Fall Protection – Booth S12171
- Guardia and Guardia Pro by Anatolia – Booth S9147
- Muddskip Revolutionary Drywall Finishing Technology by Muddskip Revolutionary Wall Coating – Booth W8189
- Sampler by StopLossBags – Booth S9194
- THE SHARK CLIP by EXTERPARK DECKING REINVENTED – Booth S3153
Benefits for Being Award Finalists or Winners
- Included in pre-show marketing to increase booth traffic
- Included in the Best of IBS™ Awards online search
- Highlighted in a national press release to industry media before IBS
- Listed on BuildersShow.com throughout the year
- Receive an engraved finalist trophy and a marketing tool kit to help you announce and promote that you are a finalist
- Important Disclaimer: For companies outside the U.S., award finalists are responsible for paying any additional customs fees for a trophy.
- Listed in the Best of IBS™ Awards print ad in the IBS Official Show Guide
All finalist benefits, plus:
- Recognized on NAHB and IBS blogs and IBS social media channels
- Featured in a post-show national press release to industry media
- Instead of an engraved finalist trophy, they will receive an engraved winner trophy
- Important Disclaimer: For companies outside the U.S., award winners are responsible for paying any additional customs fees for a trophy.
Best of IBS Award Category Descriptions
Highlights outstanding software products that revolutionize the residential construction industry from a B2B perspective. This category invites software tools that streamline construction processes, enhance design capabilities, optimize project management or improve home automation and smart living. These digital tools are recognized for their innovative features, user-friendliness and their potential to reshape the future of home building and living. The winning product is selected based on its excellence in innovation, impact on the industry, ease of use and value added to both professionals in the industry and homeowners.
Features innovative products that significantly reduce energy consumption, promote sustainable living and help mitigate environmental impact. Products recognize the importance of energy efficiency and celebrate the ingenuity of manufacturers who integrate outstanding performance with environmentally responsible design. The winning product is selected based on its potential to make homes and buildings more energy-efficient, user-friendly and sustainable.
Acknowledge trailblazing technology products that elevate the home living experience. It recognizes products that seamlessly integrate technology into daily living for improved convenience, comfort and security. The winning entry stands out for its innovation, design, functionality and capacity to offer a significant enhancement to the quality of home living. The Best Home Technology Product is not just about the 'cool factor,' but also the tangible impact it can have on homeowners' lives, whether it's in energy savings, time efficiency or overall lifestyle improvement.
Focuses on highlighting standout products designed to enhance the indoor living experience. Includes a diverse array of products that contribute to the comfort, aesthetics, functionality or efficiency of the indoor environment of a home. The winning product is not only about top-tier design and usability but is about its ability to significantly improve the quality of indoor living spaces. Selected based on its innovation, practicality, aesthetic appeal and value-added to both builders and homeowners.
Honors superior products that bring innovation, style and efficiency and contribute to the functionality, aesthetics and overall user experience in kitchens and bathrooms. The winning product is selected based on its ability to enhance these spaces in terms of practicality, design, innovation and ease of use, providing significant value to both industry professionals and homeowners. The product is a testament to ingenuity, efficiency, and excellence in home design and functionality.
Recognizes superior products designed to enrich the outdoor living experience. These products not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of outdoor spaces, but also contribute to their functionality, durability and sustainability. The winning product is selected based on its innovative design, practical application, environmental sustainability and the value it adds to both the building industry and homeowners. The product award represents the pinnacle of design, functionality and innovation in the realm of outdoor living.
Acknowledges superior products that enhance the functionality, aesthetic appeal and energy efficiency of homes through innovative window and door solutions. The winning product is selected based on its innovative design, improved energy performance, aesthetic appeal, durability and the added value it offers to both industry professionals and homeowners. The product signifies the pinnacle of innovation, design and quality in the realm of window and door manufacturing.
Groundbreaking products changing the face of the residential construction industry and recognize any building material or system that pushes the boundaries of what is possible in construction. The winning product stands out for its ability to redefine standards, improve efficiency or sustainability and provide significant value to the residential construction process. By emphasizing innovation, the product highlights the continual evolution and progress of the building materials industry.
Highlights revolutionary tools that are reshaping and aid in design, planning or execution in the residential construction industry. The winning product in this category is selected for its novelty, improved efficiency, safety enhancements and overall impact on residential construction processes. The tool embodies groundbreaking design and application and signifies the relentless drive for innovation and progress in the industry.
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