2020's Difficulties Have Led to Trends in Home Design, Remodeling

Anastasia Roberts - Wilsona Marketing • January 5, 2021

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With 2020 finally behind us and hope for a brighter 2021, it is time to look at the year's home design and remodeling trends. Many of them grew out of how our lives changed in 2020. With everyone at home and real estate prices climbing, a lot of people chose to remodel and redesign the homes they already have.

The biggest trend, and one expected to stay popular all year, is the multipurpose room.

Multi-Use Spaces

With families working and learning remotely while trying to find some balance, dedicated workspace matters more than ever. The dining table or kitchen island works for some, but most people need fewer distractions.

  • Repurpose underused rooms: an outgrown playroom, bonus room or guest bedroom can become a home office or a study space for kids.
  • Finish unused space: with more work and investment, a basement, part of the garage or an attic can become an office. Read about turning a basement into a home office.
  • Add space: convert a deck or patio into a sunroom, or build an addition if your lot allows. See the benefits of home additions.

Colors

Grays remain popular. One of Pantone's two 2021 colors of the year is even called Ultimate Gray. The other, Illuminating, is a bright golden yellow, and yellow shows up in other brands' 2021 palettes too, a sign we all want something uplifting.

Earth tones are also coming back. Cool grays are giving way to warm grays, browns, terracotta, earthy greens and teals, all with a calming effect. Learn more in 2021's spotlight colors.

Materials

  • Wood: stained cabinetry, wood beams and wood floors are still in demand.
  • Countertops: quartz is still the most popular for its durability and colors, but quartzite and hard marbles are rising for a custom look with beautiful veining.
  • Luxury vinyl plank (LVP): it has the look of wood with the durability and moisture resistance of vinyl, making it ideal for homes with kids and pets and for bathrooms, laundry rooms and basements. For tile, most homeowners still prefer porcelain over luxury vinyl tile.

Aging in Place

Aging-in-place design remains one of our top requests. Learn more about aging-in-place remodeling.

Timeless Over Trendy

Trends are fun, but do not overdo them or your home may look dated quickly. Fortunately, many of 2021's trends are natural, classic materials that can be used in a timeless way. Above all, a home that is functional, comfortable and fits your lifestyle is always in style.

Ready for your next project? Call Tracy Tesmer Design and Remodeling at 678-450-1700 or contact us online.

This article originally appeared in the January 2021 edition of Lakeside News.

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