Latest Trends In Home Renovation

Availing home remodeling services to upgrade a place of living is easy as the options available are wide. It seems a sensible option as technology keeps advancing and prices of materials keep reducing. 

1. Open floor plans

Buyers look for more space at affordable costs. Open floor plans help to make space look larger and allow more light into the rooms making it bright and cheery.

They make cooking and dining areas more informal and flexible. The kitchen area opens either into the dining area or family area. Cozy spots for friends and coffee can be easily made.

2. Multi-generational design

Home remodeling contractors design living spaces accommodating multigenerational living where parents and grandparents are also residents in the home. Wider hallways and doors, wheelchair accessible bathrooms, consistent floor levels and a master bedroom on the ground floor are provided. 

3. Smart homes

Appliances are replaced with smart innovations. Refrigerators send alerts when grocery items reach pre-set minimum levels, coffee makers brew coffee at pre-programmed times. Lighting and heating systems can be controlled by smartphones.

4. Light

Larger windows allow natural sunlight into the apartment. Older windows can be replaced with bigger and energy-efficient windows which lower the indoor temperature making it more comfortable.

Artificial lighting in the evenings adds style to the rooms. The new age lights are more efficient and last longer.

5. Master Bedroom

The master bedroom suite can be renovated to include a luxurious bathroom, closets or changing areas, an office room, and an exercise room. Bathrooms can be renovated with larger shower-heads, glass enclosures, etc. Heated toilets, wireless music systems, etc. can be included as luxury amenities.

6. Gourmet kitchens

Kitchens are most central when buying or renovating a home. Open floor plans for kitchens make space look larger. White marble or granite for countertops and cabinets makes the kitchen look brighter. Stainless steel sinks with faucets that work on touch or motion sensors.  Appliances like refrigerators, stoves, dishwashers, and microwaves which are energy efficient and quieter can be installed.

7. Utility area

Small corners or niches can be converted or created to provide utility areas for extra storage for kids’ play-stuff, shoes, bikes, and outdoor equipment. These exclusive areas can be cleaned easily and will not clutter the main house.

8. Flooring and ceilings

Ceilings add flair to home and, embellishments can be done in any home remodeling project. Exposed beams, woodwork, tray or vaulted ceilings make the room look adorable.

Hardwood flooring is the most popular choice when it comes to flooring. Wood looking tiles and vinyl plank flooring is waterproof and comes in rich wood tones. 

9. Colors

White and gray are the popular wall colors that make the space looker larger. To add chic to the room darker colors are painted on accent walls. It creates a feeling of depth to the room. Wallpapers, area rugs and throw pillar add personality to the room.

10. Less is more

De-cluttering makes space look larger and relieves stress. People prefer simple and streamlined designs allowing more light and space and room for movements. Preference is to keep a minimalistic design with less furniture.