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Survey Shows How Much Canadians Willing to Spend on Kitchen Renovation In its 2015 Kitchen Trends Study: Canada, Houzz.com surveyed 701
The study also found that, when compared with the U.S.:
homeowners who either completed a kitchen renovation in 2014 or
Canadians are more likely to hire a kitchen designer
planned to start one within three months. Half of the respondents are
More Canadians favour contemporary and modern kitchen styles and
budgeting $25,000 or less for upcoming kitchen remodels; about the
fewer show interest in farmhouse and craftsman styles
same number spent that much on finished projects (51%). One-in-ten
Electrical appliances are in half or more of Canadian urban and
are spending more than $75,000.
suburbanDemand homes, compared to less than a third of those in the U.S. Pent-Up
When it comes to the colour of cabinetry, more than half are choos-
Find the complete survey at http://info.houzz.com.
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More than a third of us finally have the means to renovate (34%). In 2014, just 8% of us are remodeling to improve resale value in anticipation of selling a home.
ing white cabinets (51%), while16% are opting for medium-toned wood. This is consistent with last year’s finding that 75% of new kitchens have
KITCHEN REMODEL MOTIVATIONS
“soft and neutral” colour palettes. When it comes to style, the choices Wanted to do it all along and finally have the means to do it
are more varied, with Shaker (43%), raised-panel (25%) and glass-front (22%) topping lists.
29%
Can no longer stand my old kitchen
While most respondents opt for subtle backsplashes, homeowners
Purchased my home recently and want to make it my own
This is in keeping with the 2014 Houzz and Home Survey, which found
27% 23%
Old kitchen broke down
that homeowners under 35 are more likely to renovate for resale. Stainless continues to shine, with 83% of kitchens incorporating stainless appliances. That’s up from 65% in 2013. Granite and engineered quartz are counters of choice in all neighborhoods. Rural dwellers are
Was recently inspired to make changes
9%
Adapting to recent changes in my family and lifestyle
9%
twice as likely to install laminate, and also go for butcher block more so
8%
Improve resale value to sell soon
than the urban and suburban dwellers.
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