We’re kicking off 2026 - and our first episode of the year - with a heavyweight interview and a true industry icon. We're beginning the new season by going deep with Pat Riley, founder of Bathroom Brands.

Home to names including Crosswater, Burlington, Britton and Showerwall, Bathroom Brands has been through a bit of a self-confessed rough patch and, after stepping back from the business in 2020, Pat - alongside Crosswater founder Dave Hance - has returned to the helm to get the business back on track.

Pat speaks openly about what went wrong, why the founders felt they had to come back, and how they’re personally leading the turnaround. He shares clear, practical insight into rebuilding trust, refocusing on customer service, and striking the right balance between new technology and old-school, face-to-face relationships.

Honest, energetic and forward-looking, this is a fascinating listen for anyone in the KBB sector.

We also recommend catching up with our Dave Hance episode back in December,

And don't forget to book your tickets for the kbbreview Retail & Design Awards 2026! Click here for the info you need.

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The full shortlist for the kbbreview Retail & Design Awards 2026 is revealed exclusively on The kbbreview Podcast — the very first place to discover whether you’re a finalist in the most prestigious awards in independent kitchen and bathroom retail.

Every designer, retailer, showroom, installer, rising star and unsung hero named in this episode is now in contention for one of the industry’s most sought-after trophies, to be awarded at a spectacular live event this March.

And this is not just for finalists.

On Monday 2nd March, almost 900 of the industry’s most powerful and influential figures will come together at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole, on the opening night of kbb Birmingham, for the biggest night in KBB.

Be in the room. Be part of the moment.

Book your tickets now at kbbreview.com/awards and secure your place at the industry’s defining celebration.

The kbbreview Retail & Design Awards 2026 podcast series is proudly supported by our Podcast Partner, Sonas Bathrooms.

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This is the last of our very special Insights 2026 series of daily episodes where we talk to leaders at some of the biggest brands in the kitchen and bathroom industry.

We're getting their candid evaluations and conclusions for business in 2025 and seeing what their thoughts, predictions and plans are for 2026 - a proper snapshot of where the sector is as we head into a new year.

And we're finishing up with one of the most well-known names in the kitchen industry - Aga Rangemaster.

It is going through a resurgence under new MD Dominic Worsley thanks to a focus on the power of the brand and what it really means for customers - and that's a lesson even the smallest retailer can learn from.

So what plans does Dominic have for 2026, what are his thoughts on an unpredictable and crowded appliance market, and just how important are independent kitchen studios?

We actually did a full profile interview episode with Dominic a couple of months ago so if you want to find out more about his plans we really recommend going back to listen to that - you can find all the links here.

It's all in this final Insights 2026 episode and if you've missed any of the others, I really do recommend going back and having a listen. You can find them at kbbreview.com/podcast or simply search 'kbbreview' wherever you get your podcasts.

And, of course, you find out more about Aga Rangemaster at agarangemaster.com.

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