Remodeling Trends
According to the Residential Remodeling Index, despite 2011 setbacks, the remodeling industry will make a full recovery by the third quarter of 2015. In other words, homeowners will likely be clamoring to remodel their homes within the next year. To prepare for this demand, consider some of the most buzzed-about new remodeling trends.
Kitchens
Kitchen trends are all about smart, attractive appliances and convenient access points.
- 2015 kitchen appliances are fully integrated with technology so users can set temperatures and timers and even send emails or watch TV.
- Upgrade smaller-scale appliances like coffeemakers by choosing models with bright, bold colors, like electric tangerine or vivid sky blue.
- New dishwashers seamlessly fit into existing cabinets and even store dishes so there’s no need to unpack loads post-wash.
- For added convenience, remodelers are prioritizing built-in coffeemakers and wine coolers and dual-fuel ranges.
Bathrooms
Bathroom remodeling trends hinge on bold colors, strong tile usage, and subtle, luxurious extras.
- Recycled glass tiles can cover the floor and walls of a bathroom to create an immersive and luxurious feel.
- Subway tile paired with a bright and intense wall paint color generates contrast and excitement.
- Breathe new life into micro-bathrooms with bold tile colors and centerpiece decorations.
- Multi-head showers add an instant dose of luxury to a master bath.
- In-floor bathroom heating is both cost-effective and indulgent.
Living Spaces
To stay up-to-date on remodeling living spaces, prioritize customization. Homebuyers and home owners increasingly want household spaces to be uniquely tailored to their day-to-day needs.
- Consider turning unused spaces, like extra bedrooms, into home offices or playrooms.
- Add charging stations or USB-compatible outlets to living spaces to incorporate household technology and gadget needs.
- Mix old and new interior styles – for example, pair an antique lighting fixture with contemporary seating.
- Cover living room walls with some of the hottest innovations of the season: retro wallpaper, textured neutrals, or brightly-colored accent walls.
Remodeling trends incorporate accessibility, technology, and bold, sumptuous colors and styles. Start incorporating these trends now to attract and satisfy discerning homebuyers.
