This report provides data about how U.S. consumers are using the web, social media, smartphones, apps, and other technology including tablets and laptops when cooking and interacting with their kitchens. Learn More
Kitchen designers and dealers share stories about the differences between an average K&B supplier and one that provides outstanding service. Learn More
This large survey of U.S. homeowners measures planned kitchen product purchases, store shopping, sources of information as well as kitchen tasks that technology in the kitchen helps consumers do now and technology needed for the future. Learn More
This study includes two phases of reporting: Phase 1 conducted among 1,000 homeowners to determine how they are using big box stores, IKEA and other major sources for product purchase decisions for kitchen products. Phase 2 explores the homeowners' experience with designers, installers and contractors and also how professional kitchen designers are using big box stores. Learn More
This report is a summary of three discovery groups conducted among consumers in various generations to explore their kitchen memories to understand consumers' deep emotional connections to kitchens. Learn More
Based on data 300 Millennial homeowners (ages 21 to 35) who bought a home in the past two years. This report provides data about the attitudes and thinking of younger consumers around the kitchen, and highlights the differences between Millennials and older generations in the role of kitchen played in the home buying process. Learn More
In previous research, RICKI has consistently found a sizable minority of people who made a kitchen improvement in the past year who sa they would spend more if they had to do it again. This current research is based on data from multiple sources (150 professional kitchen designers, 1,000 U.S homeowners and a subset of 20 homeowners whohad remodeled their kitchen in the past 12 months and regret at least one aspect of the final project. This report provides data about actional ways to address the 'regret factor'. Learn More
This study identifies which features are most important relative to other features when it comes to cabinetry, countertops, sinks, faucets, ranges, dishwashers, refrigeration, and ventilation. This 44-page report is based on 1,008 U.S. homeowners. Learn More
Today's kitchen designers still rely heavily on print magazines as a key source for design inspiration. Which manufacturer websites do they like best and why? What's the most favored brand to use or work with? Get the answers to these questions and more with this 21-page report which reveals key insights from professional kitchen designers about their sources of inspiration, favorite websites and favorite brands. Learn More
Most U.S. consumers give some consideration to the environment when making purchases for the kitchen. In fact over 30% of consumers strongly consider the 'green' aspect as part of the decision making and buying process. What does 'green' really mean? Discover more about what's driving today's 'green kitchens' with this 15-page report which reveals what professional kitchen designers from across the country are hearing from consumers. Learn More
