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 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 study explores how kitchen and bath showrooms are changing to better serve their customers and identify some of the best practices of showrooms. Learn More
This study explores the sales and marketing efforts of kitchen and bath dealers and designers and to determine how manufacturers can assist them in growing their businesses. Learn More
This large study based on three online studies among U.S. consumers and professional kitchen designers assesses the attitudes and thinking of Generation Y consumers around the kitchen. Learn More
Based on insights from kitchen designers as well as homeowners, this study uncovers emerging trends in kitchen design, kitchen attitudes and perferences for colors and finishes for kitchen products. Learn More