Will These Design Predictions for 2020 Hold True?

In 2019, we saw plenty of neutrals, accents walls, white kitchens, and everything you can think in a farmhouse style. Realtor.com predicts that all these trends are in the past as we move into 2020. Replacing them are bold styles including patterned wallpaper and colorful furniture. Gone are the days of cheap furniture as consumers look for more sustainable, longer-lasting products. And the biggest prediction for 2020 - less “open floorplans”. Do you think this prediction (and others) will hold true in the coming year?

The Latest Home Design Trends

In the second half of 2019, we are seeing a bit of a shift in home design trends, of which the most notable is black kitchens instead of the all white kitchens we have been seeing for a few years now. In addition, showpiece bathtubs are a popular design item along with patterns backsplashes and bold print wallpapers. To find out more about recent design trends, check out this article and infographic.

A Guide to Pre-Fab Building

There is a lot to consider when building a home and one of the first questions you might ask is whether to build directly on-site or pre-fab. Of course there are pros and cons to both options and if you are not in the home building business yourself, it might seem like an even more daunting decision. While a bit lengthy, this article does a great job of going through the decision making process and what to do if you ultimately want to buy a pre-fab home.

What Homebuyers Really Want

According to a recent survey of 23,000 homebuyers, there are a handful of features buyers are really looking for in 2019. Some are not very surprising, such as home technology (smart lights, thermostats, home monitoring, etc.), but others might come as a surprise. Check out this article to find out more.

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