Here are a few home design and remodeling trends that are proving popular this year. Homeowners are reviving their living spaces and buyers are looking for the following features. 
LED or CFL (Compact Fluorescent) Lighting
Homeowners are moving away from incandescent fixtures toward more energy-efficient choices such as LED and CFL bulbs.
High Quality Synthetic Materials for Home Exterior
Synthetic materials such as Hardie Plank siding and PVC trim pieces mimic the look of natural materials like wood, but are much more durable and better able to withstand climate changes.
Large Format Bathroom Tiles
Smaller square tiles are being replaced with tiles measuring 12" x 12" or larger, as well as non-square shapes (12" x 18"), producing flooring and walls that showcase more tile and fewer grout lines.
Multiple Finishes on Kitchen Cabinetry
Complimentary multiple stains and a mix of painted and stained finishes on cabinetry enables homeowners to escape the look and feel of a "cookie cutter" kitchen where all surfaces match.
Screened Porches
Homeowners are extending their living areas with screened porches that allow them to enjoy the outdoors throughout the year without the nuisance of insects.
"Furniture-Like" Detailing in Kitchens
Varied cabinet and counter heights, distressed finishes, and furniture-style toe kicks provide visual interest and help eliminate the "component" look of many kitchen cabinet designs.
Heated Bathroom Flooring
Heated mats underneath bathroom flooring tiles provide radiant heat that is proven to keep homeowners warmer than forced-air heating systems, helping to save on energy costs.
Kitchen Cabinet Accessories
With drawer inserts for cutlery, spices or dividers, homeowners are making better use of every available space within their kitchens
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