BIFIS Awards 2026 celebrates installation excellence at InstallerSHOW

The British Institute of Fitted Interiors Specialists (BIFIS) hosted it’s 5th annual awards on 23rd June 2026 at the NEC Birmingham, in partnership with InstallerSHOW. The BIFIS Awards programme celebrates businesses and individuals across 18 categories, including the introduction of the Installer’s Choice awards, with installers voting for the best products and retailers in the sector. There was also the presentation of the Special Recognition Award, which was presented to Simon Acres of the Simon Acres Group.

The evening was hosted by TV presenter and writer, Philippa Forrester, and guests were also entertained with a pre-match Q&A session with ex-England footballer, Steve Hodge, before a live screening of FIFA World Cup match between England and Ghana.

BIFIS CEO, Damian Walters said: "The BIFIS Awards are now an established fixture in the fitted interiors industry calendar. Recognising and rewarding the dedication, skill and professionalism of installers is essential, as they are often the driving force behind successful fitted interiors projects. The BIFIS Awards not only celebrate excellence but also help promote higher standards across the sector and inspire the next generation of installation professionals and businesses."

The 2026 BIFIS Award winners are:

Young Installer of the Year 2026
Ethan Houghton, Ken Beard & Son

Community Champion of the Year 2026
Steve Redding, SR Home Installations

Customer Service Champion of the Year 2026
Regal Kitchens Limited

Apprentice of the Year 2026
Skye Rayer-Chu, Miles Bathrooms & Kitchens Limited

Environmental Champion of the Year 2026
Rehome

Industry Newcomer 2026
Miles Bathrooms & Kitchens Limited

Bedroom Installer of the Year 2026
Andrew Gallimore, C H Joinery Solutions Limited

Bathroom Installer of the Year 2026
James Johnson, Johnson Design & Installation

Kitchen Installer of Year 2026
Andy Snelson, That Kitchen Fitter

Installation Manager of the Year 2026
Gurpreet Singh Sudan, Easy Bathrooms

Installation Business of the Year 2026
Ken Beard & Son Limited

The Installer’s Choice Awards :

Installer-friendly product of the Year 2026
Affinity Magnetic Track Lighting, Sensio Lighting Group

Independent Bathroom Retailer of the Year 2026
Christian Andrews Interiors

Independent Kitchen Retailer of the Year 2026
Lima Kitchens

Bedroom Retailer of the Year 2026
JLC Interiors

National Bathroom Retailer of the Year 2026
Easy Bathrooms

National Kitchen Retailer of the Year 2026
Wren Kitchens Limited

Special Recognition Award 2026
Simon Acres