# Cooking Appliance Rentals The Kitchen Library Allows Members to Take Out Culinary Equipment By Alyson Wyers | Published 2014-09-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitchen-library References: [springwise](http://www.springwise.com/the-kitchen-library-lets-borrow-cooking-appliances-book/) & [thekitchenlibrary](http://thekitchenlibrary.ca) The Kitchen Library allows Canadians to rent [kitchen appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thyme-table) on a short-term basis. The non-profit lending library works similarly to a regular library, except instead of sharing books, you can borrow cooking equipment. The Kitchen Library is working out of the [Toronto Tool Library](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toronto-public-library-1) for home chefs to utilize as a resource. Unlike the public library, there is a $50 fee (approximately the cost of a mid-range appliance) to become a member. This annual fee grants you access to items like pasta makers, chocolate fountains and standing mixers. Each item can be lent out for up to 5 days and must be washed clean before returning. The same space is being used to offer [cooking classes and workshops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shared-kitchen) for members who can get comfortable with the equipment before using. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Kitchen](https://www.trendhunter.com/kitchen) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Appliance Sharing Economy:** The rise of appliance sharing platforms creates opportunities for businesses to disrupt the traditional ownership model by offering short-term rentals. - **Lending Libraries for Kitchen Equipment:** The success of The Kitchen Library demonstrates the potential for lending libraries to expand beyond books and offer specialized resources like cooking equipment. - **Community-based Culinary Resources:** The creation of community-oriented spaces, like The Kitchen Library, allows individuals to access and share culinary equipment, fostering collaboration and resourcefulness. ### Who This Affects Most - **Appliance Rental Services:** Appliance rental services can disrupt the traditional retail model by providing cost-effective, short-term access to kitchen equipment. - **Community-based Tool Libraries:** Tool libraries can expand their offerings by adding kitchen equipment, providing a convenient and affordable way for community members to access cooking appliances. - **Culinary Education and Workshops:** The success of The Kitchen Library's cooking classes highlights the potential for culinary education businesses to thrive by offering hands-on instruction and access to specialized equipment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Virtual Kitchen Gorcery Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitchen-hub-2.md) - [Flexible Kitchen Rental Options](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flexible-kitchen-rental.md) - [Premium Virtual Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitchen-hub1.md) - [Homemade Meal Delivery Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cookin.md) - [Community-Oriented Cookbook Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foodies-cookbook-shop.md) - [Ai-Powered Recipe-Generating Appliance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-kitchen-cosmo.md) - [Low-Cost Countertop Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/small-kitchen-appliance.md) - [Book Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cornwall-public-library.md) - [Premium Appliance Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lotus-cooking.md)