This year’s home design trends are all about high-efficiency and durability. Award winning real-estate columnist, Ilyce Glink said, “You’ll see appliance-makers embracing the open concept kitchen by making their appliances more invisible. You’ll see more elements of the home designed to be accessible across multiple generations.” If you want your Naperville Luxury real estate to be up-to-date with the latest trends, here are the 5 home designs expected to be big hits this year:

1. The Open Concept Kitchen. In the past, the standard house plan had the kitchen generally positioned at the back of the home. But this practice is slowly changing as homeowners and home buyers are now embracing the open kitchen concept. They prefer spaces that maximize their ability to gather and relax with families and friends. Even appliance designers are taking the next step by creating appliances that can seamlessly blend into the kitchen.

2. Neutral Colors Are In. Neutral colors continue to dominate in the home. Sandy tones and gray tones are also in fashion. Bold colors can be used in small details such as throw pillows and art décor.

3. Universal Design is Now In Demand. The idea of universal design has been around since the ‘60s but has just started gaining popularity. In this concept home space is utilized and designed with aging users in mind. Examples of Universal Design include putting the master bedroom on the first floor, larger showers, substituting levers with door knobs and so on.

4. Say Goodbye to Granite, Hello to Quartz. When it comes to kitchen and bathroom countertops, quartz is the new granite. Factory engineered quartz has the same look and feel as granite but it is more practical to use. It is also more durable and non-porous making it easier to clean.

5. Energy Efficient and Water Saving Appliances are Now Standard. Touchless faucets and high-efficiency showerheads are now the norm as homeowners choose appliances that can save energy.

For questions regarding Naperville luxury real estate or for any real estate-related inquires, call Teresa Ryan at 630-276-7575. Teresa Ryan is the owner/broker of Ryan Hill Realty.

Teresa Ryan
Broker/Owner, CDPE
Ryan Hill Realty
1001 E. Chicago Ave., Ste. 103
630-276-7575
TRyan@RyanHillRealty.com