Annapolis, MD - February 12, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE -
USA Cabinet Store LLC, a multi-state kitchen and bath renovation specialist, is aligning its Annapolis showroom operations with findings from the newly released 2026 U.S. Houzz Kitchen Trends Study, which reveals significant shifts in homeowner renovation priorities and design preferences.
The comprehensive study indicates that 38 percent of homeowners now undertake kitchen renovations due to deterioration or dysfunction, while 41 percent cite dissatisfaction with outdated styles as their primary motivation. These findings are directly influencing how the Annapolis-based design team approaches kitchen remodeling projects throughout Anne Arundel County and surrounding Maryland communities.
"The 2026 Houzz data aligns with what we're seeing in our Annapolis showroom," said Emin Halac, CEO and Design Director at USA Cabinet Store LLC. "Homeowners are prioritizing functional improvements over purely aesthetic updates. Our VR 3D design technology lets clients visualize how transitional cabinet styles and storage solutions will work in their spaces before construction begins."
According to the research, transitional cabinets have emerged as the leading style choice, representing 25 percent of all renovated kitchens nationally.The Annapolis location has adapted its design process to emphasize storage-focused planning and functional layouts that reflect these national trends. The showroom features multiple cabinet lines, including Showplace, UltraCraft, Fabuwood, WoodHarbor, and Bauformat, enabling designers to create customized solutions that incorporate popular built-in features such as beverage stations and butler's pantries.
The study's findings particularly resonate in the Annapolis market, where historic homes and waterfront properties often present unique renovation challenges. The design team serves communities throughout Anne Arundel County, including Severna Park, Arnold, Crofton, Davidsonville, Edgewater, and Cape St. Claire, as well as portions of Howard and Prince George's counties.
The study also showed that 76 percent of homeowners are incorporating specialty built-in features, with 47 percent specifically selecting pantry storage solutions as their top priority. It also notes that median spending for major kitchen remodels has reached approximately $55,000 nationally, with larger kitchens averaging $75,000.
"When nearly 40 percent of renovations stem from dysfunctional kitchens, the case for comprehensive planning that goes beyond surface improvements is clear," added Halac. "We're incorporating more pantry cabinets, specialized storage systems, and multi-functional islands in response to the priorities the Houzz research identified."
USA Cabinet Store LLC operates showrooms across Virginia, Maryland, Georgia, North Carolina, Texas, New Jersey, Florida, and Tennessee. Since 2011, the company has completed more than 1,000 residential renovation projects. Unlike single-brand retailers, the Annapolis showroom offers side-by-side comparison across five cabinet manufacturers—Showplace, UltraCraft, Fabuwood, WoodHarbor, and Bauformat—paired with VR 3D visualization and end-to-end project management, from design consultation through installation.
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