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

Nearly 40% of kitchen designers indicated that electronic faucets have been considered for a design project. Based on a survey of 49 professional kitchen designers from across the country, this report explores the demand for electronic faucets and low-flow faucets, what they would like to see offered in faucets and their experiences with specific faucet brands. Learn More

The majority of kitchen designers in the U.S. are positive in their assessment of their businesses. What steps are they taking to grow? What types of projects are they undertaking? This research reveals answers from a survey of 85 professional kitchen designers from across the country, exploring how their businesses have been trending. Learn More

Besides eating, taking medication or vitamins is among the top activities by people do in their kitchens. When it comes to technology, use of computers in the kitchen has nearly doubled. Based on research conducted among 2,906 U.S. consumers, this 20-page report provides a unique look into how people are using their kitchens today. Learn More

A survey of kitchen designers exploring the incidence of designing an outdoor kitchen, experiences in outdoor designs and trends they see.
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If cost were not a factor, consumers would most want a cooktop with a built-in grill. How about a microwave that reads bar codes to set the cook time? What's on top of the list when it comes to making changes to the kitchen? Based on research conducted among 2,906 U.S. consumers, this 28-page report provides the inside scoop on what people are looking for in their 'ideal kitchen'. Learn More

Based on a large survey of U.S. consumers, this report brief explores the differences among three generations in what is desired in their 'dream kitchens', sources used for ideas for recent kitchen remodels, and meal preparation and cooking activities.
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Men and woman differ incredibly on many issues, and the design of a kitchen is no different. This study examines the difference in the wants of upscale women and men when it comes to what many consider, the most important room in the house. What's more important brand or features? Questions like this were asked and answered, finding both differences and similarities between these groups.
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Cookware is undoubtably one of the most important things in a kitchen. But how often are designers being influenced by it in their design and what conversations are they having with clients on the subject? This study answers those questions using responses from surveys completed by RICKI's exclusive panel of certified kitchen designers from across the U.S.. Learn More