What's old is new again
Woven and mesh details add texture and visual interest notes. We’re seeing it frequently used to help break up expanses of cabinets, especially in kitchens.
It’s also being used in bathroom vanities, furniture and even window treatments. Designers say that natural woven materials can soften hard edges and provide a warm counterpoint to cold surfaces, creating more cozy and welcoming spaces.
Unique separations vs wide-open spaces
These range alcoves include a recessed or niche area—sometimes arched—and are often flanked by counter-tops and side walls. This feature adds a substantial architectural element to a kitchen, creating a focal point and allowing for a natural stopping point for, and containment of, a striking back-splash design.
4. Shower Rooms
Large, BOLD and Beautiful update
Showers have been featuring frameless glass enclosures, but homeowners looking for greater privacy are embracing a “shower room.”
This style of shower has a glass door leading into a fully enclosed space that creates an intimate, spa-like look and feel. A shower room allows features that require a more sealed-in design, such as steam and sauna functions and aromatherapy.
3. Arches
Curves inside and out...
Fitting right in with the curvier home trend are arched walls and home accessories. Arches, in particular, are adding “a touch of playfulness and [helping to] soften harsh angles to generate a welcoming, cozy feel”. Arches can be added to home doorways, windows, niches, cabinets and mill-work details. Also, arched accessories, like arched mirrors, headboards and chairs, are bringing in scalloped silhouettes that hug spaces.
2. Rounded Furnishings
You will start seeing "curves" everywhere
Gentle curves and rounded edges continue to be grounded in the popularity of organic modern styles. Expect to see more circular coffee and dining tables, finished off with cylindrical legs. Also, designers predict bulbous sofas and accent chairs and oblong mirrors.
1. English-style Kitchens
These cozy kitchens feature cabinets in rich woods as well as historical paint colors, such as moody blues and deep greens. You’ll also find natural counter-top materials, like soapstone and butcher’s block, as well as large range alcoves, wood ceiling beams and collected looks that appear pieced together over time.
Often New Year’s resolutions revolve around improving our personal image, particularly how we present ourselves to others. Why not channel that resolution into your home by upgrading its curb appeal? A beautiful exterior welcomes guests to your home and attracts buyers when it’s time to sell. These low-cost upgrades will freshen up your curb appeal in just one month:
Low-Cost Trio: These 3 updates combined deliver max impact for the lowest cost.
1) New House Numbers
2) New Mailbox
3) Fresh coat of paint on front door, porch, fence etc, as needed.
Landscaping: If it’s been a while since you last moved the lawn or updated your landscaping, hire a professional to wrangle your yard into a state that’s easier for you to maintain throughout the year. Excellent landscaping increases home value by 10% to 30%.
Invest in new outdoor furniture: Almost 90% of homeowners view their outdoor spaces as essential for their health and well-being. Jump on the bandwagon, and add an outdoor furniture set to your front porch.
Replace your garage door: Not only will a new garage door give your home a face-lift, but this upgrade also adds value to your home and recoups 103.9% of project costs.
Realtor Tip: If you don't do anything else, get the "low-cost trio" done.
• Stable Sales, Limited Inventory
• Lingering Impact of Interest Rates
• High Demand, Low Supply in Key Price Range
