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Research: Kitchen and Bath Marketing Outlook Shows Remodeling Will Sustain the Industry in 2023
NKBA report shows that numbers will remain strong relative to pre-pandemic levels.
Research
CES
Trends to Watch Kicks Off CES 2023
Here are the six key technology themes that the association sees having a big influence in 2023.
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Research: CTA Forecasts Lower U.S. Technology Sector Revenues
Services and emerging tech expected to see growth; industry rebound anticipated in second half of 2023.
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NBKA’s Q3 2022 Kitchen & Bath Market Index Tracks Industry Slowdown
Weakening market index ratings and more modest 2022 sales growth signal growing concerns.
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Research: Impact of Growing Smart Home Ecosystem on Energy Management Solutions
New Parks Associates white paper reveals nearly one-third of U.S. internet households report intentions to purchase a smart energy device in the next six...
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Parks Associates Releases New White Paper on Wi-Fi and Home Security
Examines the rise in demand for Wi-Fi devices integrated with security and smart home solutions.
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Research: Guidehouse Insights Explores Consumer Perception of Lighting Control Market
Recommendations include need to increase the transparency of lighting control prices.
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Research: Security Dealers Have New Opportunities to Take Control of Wi-Fi Network
New whitepaper from Parks Associates in partnership with Johnson Controls addresses support and pervasive wireless connectivity issues.
Features
Inside the Homebuilder’s Tech Playbook
Interpret research reveals homebuilders’ views on smart home technology.
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NKBA Study Reveals Design Trends for Kitchen & Bath Design
The 2023 study shows that clients want larger, multi-functional spaces designed to fit their lifestyles with a focus on storage, wellness amenities, and “functional”...
Blogs
Research: Strong interest in Remote Care Systems
Interpret’s research of 10,000 U.S. consumers indicates that caregivers of seniors are prepared to pay for a system that provides unobtrusive monitoring.
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APB Research: Positive Outlook for Homebuilder Market Despite Possible Recession
Survey of more than 700 Builders indicates optimism amid setback on construction materials, labor shortages, and pandemic implications.
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NKBA’s Kitchen and Bath Market Outlook Forecasts Increase over 2021
Kitchen and bath business projected to contract but still projected to be 16 percent higher than 2021.
Events
NKBA Hosts Its First Luxury Bath Summit
Research reveals technology in the bath is a priority, albeit a hidden one that enables ease, convenience, safety, and experiences.
Events
Webinar: Schneider Electric and Parks Associates on Smart Home Energy Solutions
Will to identify the tools and assess solutions available to U.S. consumers going forward.
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Research: Sony’s Share of Smart TV Purchases Grew in 2021
Park Associates shares its latest Consumer Insights Dashboard, which tracks adoption, purchases, and demand across most common consumer electronics products.
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New CEDIA Study Has Home Technology Industry Exceeding $20 Billion
Respondents were asked to report on revenue figures from the last 12 months and provide projections for 2022.
Features
TV and Hi-Res Audio Consumer Trends
Futuresource Consulting examines what customers will be experiencing in AV throughout 2022.
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Research: Futuresource Consulting Releases Audio Trends Report
‘Tech Perspectives: Audio Megatrends for 2022 and Beyond’ examines how people will interact with sound going forward.
News
Research: New Study Examines Consumers’ Thoughts on Cybersecurity
The report from NordVPN show that the majority of consumers feel it is their responsibility to protect themselves.
News
NKBA Study Projects Strong Year-end Despite Cooling Confidence
Like the custom installation industry, supply chain issues and material shortages temper industry’s outlook despite continued strong market.
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Research: NKBA Release 2022 Design Trends Report
Covid-19 and millennial influence drive 2022 design trends toward tech integration and multi-functional spaces.
News
Research: Parks Associates Explores Consumer Adoption of Energy Management Solutions
While the pandemic has increased demand for power management solutions, many consumers are not aware of the options that are available.
News
Parks Associates Releases Smart Home Research for Property Managers
MDU property managers are a unique segment, and market intelligence is necessary to succeed in this market area.
Back to Business
State of the Industry 2021
A bird’s-eye view of how custom installers are handling a very busy year that includes mounting supply issues.
News
Research: Adoption of Smart TVs and Smart Speakers and Displays Rose to 56% and 53%
New Consumer Insights Dashboard from Parks Associates tracks adoption, purchases, and demand across most common consumer electronics product categories.
Features
Safe Space: Aging-in-Place and Child Monitoring
Research shows that the changes in lifestyle demanded by Covid-19 will have a lasting impact on clients’ behavior.
News
Research: Smart Products – Building the Modern Home
New white paper from Parks Associates examines new smart home products and the connected consumer lifestyle.
News
Research: Voice Control Most Desired for Lights, Thermostats, and Cameras
New research from Parks Associates highlights major trends in smart speaker and display market, including impact of Covid-19.
News
CEDIA Releases Australian Smart Home Industry Study
Market insights highlight challenges and opportunities for integrators and associated trades.
News
National Kitchen & Bath Association Releases 2021 Market Outlook Report
Predicts a 16 percent growth in residential kitchen and bath remodeling.
News
White Paper: PowerHouse Alliance Reports 2020 Product Analysis and 2021 Projections
Data from the 11 distributor members shows over 200 percent networking sales growth as dealers adjust to new top-selling categories.
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Research: 85% of Security Dealers Provide Home Network Services
Parks Associates research states that security sealers are providing services beyond monitoring, such as connected health.
News
Research: How Covid-19 has Impacted Key Markets
A global look at the effect the pandemic has had on the CE, Entertainment, and Pro AV markets.
Events
Topics Announced for 25th Annual CONNECTIONS Conference
Conference will feature virtual networking experiences throughout 2021 focused on smart home, security, services, and connected products.
Events
Research: 35% of US Broadband Households Experienced A Data Security Problem in the Past 12 Months
Topic covered at Parks Associates’ CONNECTIONS virtual conference, taking place November 10-12.
Events
Futuresource Holds Audio Collaborative Live Virtual Event
Will offer discussions and insights into the audio industry as it exists today, and define its future.
Blogs
What Does the Smart Home Industry Look Like in 2020?
Insight from the recently released Z-Wave State of the Ecosystem 2020 Report.
News
Research: Privacy Concerns and Price Competition are Barriers to Smart Home Purchases
The Parks Associates’ Smart Home Tracker also finds 40 percent of U.S. broadband households report using video conferencing services, a 54 percent increase since...
News
Z-Wave Alliance Releases 2020 State of the Ecosystem Report
The 2020 report collects data and insight from experts on smart home and connected technology, across the globe.
Features
The Smart Home Buyer Journey
Do the purchase of smart speakers lead to a full smart home conversion? Parks Associates investigates.
Events
Parks Associates Announces CONNECTIONS Community Virtual Conference
Focus will be on home security, smart home, connected health, and entertainment industries.