The world of style is always changing. Shoulder pads were in, then they were out, and now much to your dismay, they’re back in style again. And plaid, which was once best suited for the tractor riding portion of the population, is a wardrobe staple. The same rules apply to home remodeling. Aspects that seemed like every homeowner was clamoring for in his redesigns have forgotten about by the following year.
As owner of the residential remodeling company, Sebring Services, for over 15 years, Bryan Sebring is the Anna Wintour of home remodeling when it comes to knowing what clients are going to be looking for.
Right now, because of the economy, he says, everything is being downsized. Whereas in past years it was all about upgrading to the newest, top-of-the-line appliances, people are choosing to stick with many of the larger fixtures they already have in their home. Or, if they are buying new, they go for lower grade products with a smaller price tag.
It’s not to suggest though that people aren’t obtaining as great of a look, Sebring adds. Instead, they are taking more time to choose their designs and are focusing on the smaller details that will give their room a great finish.
Some of the most popular trends for kitchens right now are countertops made of Quartz. People are even choosing this style over granite, he says, which has been a front runner for years. But, the island is still as popular as ever-the little black dress of your kitchen’s wardrobe, it never goes out of style.
One splurge that homeowners are willing to make right now is doing away with shower curtains and replacing them with expensive glass doors. When it comes to bathrooms, says Sebring, instead of making it larger or changing its overall shape, they are focused on changing the details. Bathroom must0haves right now include:
- Stone-tiled showers
- Fancy vanities
- Bowl-shaped sinks that sit directly on your counter, known as vessel sinks
For some of the best ways to stay on top on the latest home décor trends and score a magazine-worthy room of your own, look for photos on the websites of local contractors or flip the pages of home-improvement publications.
