These design trends currently have a strong presence in homes; what do you think of them? Do you have any of these design elements in your home?
- Wider, reclaimed wood floors, often 5 to 6 inches wide, are becoming more popular as are porcelain floors. Porcelain floors come in a wide range of styles and colors and are also very durable.
- Simple cabinets with larger drawers are being featured. Mid-century designs are being showcased, as are large drawers instead of lower cabinets.
- Paint colors are shifting towards soft corals, sea greens, and misty blues. Many people are going towards more bold color choices versus the off whites and beiges seen in previous years.
- Bringing the outdoors in: Many homes are being built with large windows and multiple sets of french doors to bring views of mother nature into the home. Outdoor spaces are also being spruced up, with many homeowners opting to install outdoor pizza ovens, fireplaces, and fire pits.
- Bathrooms going glam: Bathrooms continue to get more upscale with TV’s being mounted in them, steam showers with rain heads being installed, and an overall attention to little luxuries.
- Tech savvy homeowners: Homes are increasingly being equipped with technology systems to control everything from lighting, security, window treatments, heating, etc. Now that the holiday season is here, some homeowners are even using their smart phones to control their Christmas lights!
It’s not important whether or not you go with the crowd and follow these design trends; what matters is making your home a comfortable oasis for you and your family and doing what works for you both taste wise and budget wise.
