It’s almost remodeling season! Every year styles and selections seem to change a bit.
Some things go out of style forever-like carpet in the bathroom (thank goodness!)- some things are timeless. What our clients are asking for has changed a lot over time. I’m not a realtor and definitely not an interior designer, but here are some of the most noticeable.
We are getting requests for alternative wall coverings, something other than sheetrock or traditional paneling. There are a lot of products out on the market right now but none that I really love; I want to see them three years after installation before I go all-in on this. I love the look, but durability matters. I wonder how timeless they are as well.
Oversized tiles are getting more and more popular. And I don’t mean twenty-four inches square, I mean 3×5 feet. We have a couple of jobs we’ve completed using 4×8 tile!
What’s driving it is a low maintenance shower because of minimized grout lines. The fact that it looks great is a bonus.
There was a time when double-level kitchen countertops were popular. Not anymore. Everything is flat and open; flat maximizes useable space, allows for more visibility and communication, and just provides a cleaner look.
Customized cabinets aren’t cheap but they are so cool. There is a 3 inch wide base cabinet that you pull out and it folds out into a stepstool, great for toddlers at the sink or for short people getting to upper cabinets. No offense to short people. There are some cool ways to deal with those hidden corners where nothing fits and other neat stuff – pull out rolling boards for example- and lots of storage ideas for the bulkier items on your countertops.
An old country boy like me never imagined that bidets would become a thing, yet here we are.
Something we have seen a little bit of and I really like is trim that isn’t white. Finding new, creative ways to add color to a room can make a big difference. One kitchen had white walls, black baseboards, and black hardware. Have to admit, it looked sharp.
Something I’m hoping to become more requested would be mudrooms or drop off zones. A simple bench and coatrack at your entry for shoes, backpacks, keys, even mail, would be a lifesaver for those who can’t live with clutter.
Whatever the trend, whatever the style, make your space your happy place.
