2026 kitchen remodels will prioritize functionality over looks, says Houzz

The online interior design platform just released its 2026 Kitchen Trends Study, which surveyed nearly 1,800 homeowners to discover emerging trends for recent, current, or planned kitchen renovation projects.

Compared to last year’s report, more homeowners are becoming fed up with the lack of functionality in their deteriorating kitchens, a third of respondents are pursuing renovations because they finally have the financial means, and a quarter are seeking improvements to boost their resale value.