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By Ilyce Glink
1. Remodel Your Bathroom. Bathrooms are the hottest project.
2. Must-Do Remodeling Projects. People will complete the projects that need to be done, like repairs to siding or roof leaks.
3. Warming Up The House. Warmer tiles and colors are coming back. People tend to be moving away from minimalist, white designs in favor of cozier earth tones.
4. Getting Decked Out. It appears that people want to sit outside again and are staying at home more frequently.
5. Hiring a great Contractor. It is important to look closely at the companies being considered for projects. Ask questions.
6. Paying in Cash. Rather than taking out loans for renovation projects, homeowners are using cash for projects. Homeowners are giving themselves a budget and choosing what projects they can do with the money.
7. Opening up Rooms. Open floor plans are in. Open floor plans help families be more flexible with the square footage they already have.
8. Bronze Age. Along with warmer tones in homes are warmer tones in metallic features.
9. Going Green. Bamboo floors, grass thatched roofs, and bark siding may sound like something from "Jungle Book," but they are just a few of the newest green home products. And people are getting energy efficiency upgrades. Upgrades on glass will continue to be big.
10. Industrial Flair. Exposed beams will continue to be popular, but so will stainless steel cable and architectural products.
11. Creating Relaxation Space. People are asking for "zen-like" bathrooms. The bathrooms don't have to be big, but they need to be relaxing and soothing.
12. Planning ahead. We are seeing many clients thinking about their retirement years. Even those far from retirement are putting in easy-opening cabinetry, hand-held showers, and more accessible kitchens and baths. Even though the clients don't need those things right now, they are planning for when they might need them.
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