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While Baby Boomers (ages 55-74) have historically led in renovation spend, Gen Xers (ages 40-54) narrowed the gap in 2020.

Source: 2021 Houzz and Home Study

Kitchen projects are the most popular among renovating homeowners, and investment on major remodels of large kitchens jumped 14% in 2020 compared to 2019.

Source: 2021 Houzz and Home Study

Top 2022 kitchen trends include: colorful cabinetry, multiple islands, patterned wood floors, linear lighting, and more.

Source: The Kitchn

Walk-in pantries tied with double-basin sinks are the most desirable feature homebuyers look for in a kitchen.

Source: National Association of
Homebuilders (NAHB)

85% of homeowners feel prepared to tackle DIY projects, but only 12% of homeowners consider themselves "heavy" DIYers.

Source: Home Improvement Research
Institute (HIRI)

The largest motivating factor for planning projects is repairing/maintaining the home, followed by updating the look of a home.

Source: Home Improvement Research
Institute (HIRI)

Homeowners are increasingly seeking out low-waste, low-impact tools that complement a more sustainable lifestyle.

Source: Architectural Digest

Millennials have shifted away from buying premium building products towards mid-price choices.

Source: DeVooght House Lifters

The Global Green Building Materials Market size is projected to reach 653 billion by 2028, growing at a rate of 10.5% from 2021 to 2028.

Source: Verified Market Research

Technology stands to improve the construction industry’s productivity as much as 60%, delivering as much as $1.6 trillion annually in incremental value.

Source: McKinsey & Company

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60% of professionals said 2021 was their busiest year ever, reporting an average of nearly 11 projects per month in 2021. More than 70% expect to be busier than ever this winter and going forward expect their monthly average of jobs to increase by 45% in 2022.

Source: Lowe's Pro Pulse Survey

Construction contractors continue to see strong demand for home offices.

Source: Lowe's Pro Pulse Survey

Pros expect to see increased demand in 2022 for projects aimed at adding functionality for homeowners—with the #1 project expected to be updates for energy efficiency (HVAC).

Source: Lowe's Pro Pulse Survey

69% of pros are shifting away from gas-powered tools for battery-powered tools.

Source: Lowe's Pro Pulse Survey

Take some inspo from Sherwin-Williams: eliminating low-margin, low-demand products and consolidating product SKUs helped them combat the financial effects of supply chain shortages.

Source: A&K Painting

Expect fewer color selections and more expensive paint prices in 2022. As paint suppliers seek to reduce redundancies in their product lines, repeat or similar colors will likely be removed altogether. This is largely because raw materials, such as petroleum, are more difficult to obtain to create certain pigments.

Source: A&K Painting

App-and voice-controlled lighting will be as popular as traditional dimmers and motion-sensing lighting in the coming year.

Source: National Kitchen and
Bath Association (NKBA)

Greens and blues will continue to dominate home design in 2022, and the kitchen is no exception. But according to the NKBA, white and wood tones will also be popular.

Source: National Kitchen and
Bath Association (NKBA)

Residential garage door trends to look for this year include glazed doors, wood trim, farmhouse style, and leading the way are bold & dark colors like black.

Source: D&D Garage Doors

While the NKBA reports painted wood is still the most-popular cabinet choice, designers agree that wood grain, especially in light and medium tones, is gaining ground in the kitchen.

Source: National Kitchen and
Bath Association (NKBA)

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"As homeowners continue to get more savvy about the maintenance required for many popular countertop options, we’re seeing a rise in demand for acrylic solid surfaces that are seamless and offer durability with no additional maintenance, yet don’t compromise on sleek, beautiful design.”
– Gerri Chmiel, residential design lead at Formica Corporation

Source: Architectural Digest

“Homeowners are investing in outdoor rooms. Pools, water features, outdoor kitchens, fire pits, and extensive seating and dining areas are high on wish lists. Materials are more organic and natural, such as ipe and travertine.”
– Jean Brownhill, founder of Sweeten

Source: Architectural Digest

“Outdoor kitchens will feature commercial-style grills, refrigerators, and wine coolers. Indoor rooms opening up to terraces with a series of French doors or doors that fold back is another way to connect with the outside.”
– Jean Brownhill, founder of Sweeten

Source: Architectural Digest

Pinterest predicts that Curve’s the Word for 2022. People will invest in home decor like curved bar designs and curved kitchen islands. Boomers, Gen X and Millennials are all driving searches behind this well-rounded home trend: Curved walls interior +4x; Curved bar design +140%; Curved kitchen island ideas +3x

Source: Pinterest

The LIRA projects year-over-year gains in annual improvement and repair spending will maintain a 9 percent pace in 2022.

Source: Leading Indicator of
Remodeling Activity (LIRA)

Home appliance searches have increased by 26% in the last 12 months.

Source: Google Search Trends

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Want to talk trade tools at the show?

While Baby Boomers (ages 55-74) have historically led in renovation spend, Gen Xers (ages 40-54) narrowed the gap in 2020.

Kitchen projects are the most popular among renovating homeowners, and investment on major remodels of large kitchens jumped 14% in 2020 compared to 2019.

Top 2022 kitchen trends include: colorful cabinetry, multiple islands, patterned wood floors, linear lighting, and more.

Walk-in pantries tied with double-basin sinks are the most desirable feature homebuyers look for in a kitchen.

85% of homeowners feel prepared to tackle DIY projects, but only 12% of homeowners consider themselves "heavy" DIYers.

The largest motivating factor for planning projects is repairing/maintaining the home, followed by updating the look of a home.

Homeowners are increasingly seeking out low-waste, low-impact tools that complement a more sustainable lifestyle.

Millennials have shifted away from buying premium building products towards mid-price choices.

The Global Green Building Materials Market size is projected to reach 653 billion by 2028, growing at a rate of 10.5% from 2021 to 2028.

Technology stands to improve the construction industry’s productivity as much as 60%, delivering as much as $1.6 trillion annually in incremental value.

Want to talk trade tools at the show?

60% of professionals said 2021 was their busiest year ever, reporting an average of nearly 11 projects per month in 2021. More than 70% expect to be busier than ever this winter and going forward expect their monthly average of jobs to increase by 45% in 2022.

Construction contractors continue to see strong demand for home offices.

Pros expect to see increased demand in 2022 for projects aimed at adding functionality for homeowners—with the #1 project expected to be updates for energy efficiency (HVAC).

69% of pros are shifting away from gas-powered tools for battery-powered tools.

Take some inspo from Sherwin-Williams: eliminating low-margin, low-demand products and consolidating product SKUs helped them combat the financial effects of supply chain shortages.

App-and voice-controlled lighting will be as popular as traditional dimmers and motion-sensing lighting in the coming year.

Greens and blues will continue to dominate home design in 2022, and the kitchen is no exception. But according to the NKBA, white and wood tones will also be popular.

Residential garage door trends to look for this year include glazed doors, wood trim, farmhouse style, and leading the way are bold & dark colors like black.

While the NKBA reports painted wood is still the most-popular cabinet choice, designers agree that wood grain, especially in light and medium tones, is gaining ground in the kitchen.

Want to talk trade tools at the show?

“Homeowners are investing in outdoor rooms. Pools, water features, outdoor kitchens, fire pits, and extensive seating and dining areas are high on wish lists. Materials are more organic and natural, such as ipe and travertine.”– Jean Brownhill, founder of Sweeten

“Outdoor kitchens will feature commercial-style grills, refrigerators, and wine coolers. Indoor rooms opening up to terraces with a series of French doors or doors that fold back is another way to connect with the outside.”– Jean Brownhill, founder of Sweeten

The LIRA projects year-over-year gains in annual improvement and repair spending will maintain a 9 percent pace in 2022.

Home appliance searches have increased by 26% in the last 12 months.

Want to talk trade tools at the show?

“Homeowners are investing in outdoor rooms. Pools, water features, outdoor kitchens, fire pits, and extensive seating and dining areas are high on wish lists. Materials are more organic and natural, such as ipe and travertine.”
– Jean Brownhill, founder of Sweeten

“Outdoor kitchens will feature commercial-style grills, refrigerators, and wine coolers. Indoor rooms opening up to terraces with a series of French doors or doors that fold back is another way to connect with the outside.”
– Jean Brownhill, founder of Sweeten