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
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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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
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
Approximately 62% of kitchen designers use LinkedIn for their design business? Are designers using online videos or smartphones? This 20-page report reveals social media usage and technology insights from a group of 65 professional kitchen designers from across the country. Learn More
Kitchen designers from across the country talk about the latest trends in cabinets, islands and cabinet hardware. What's hot and what's not? This 21-page reveals insights into the kitchen designer's view on where cabinetry is headed. 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
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
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