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Why are kitchens getting bigger in 2026? Based on groundbreaking data from the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), this episode reveals the massive shift happening in American home design—and it's not what you'd expect.
The Big Number: 76% of industry professionals predict kitchen footprints will increase over the next three years.
In this episode, we break down the NKBA 2026 Kitchen Trends Report, which surveyed 634 designers, architects, remodelers, and showroom professionals to understand where kitchen design is headed. We also share exclusive data from USA Cabinet Store, which has seen a 40% year-over-year increase in expanded kitchen project inquiries across Northern Virginia from 2024 to 2025.
What You'll Learn:
📊 The Death of the Formal Dining Room Form ...