It seems like house trends are always changing and shifting, and it can feel overwhelming to keep up with. It's not as bad as you think! There are simple, cost-efficient ways to bring your house up-to-date without breaking the bank or forcing you to completely redo everything. You can keep the house you love and bring it into modern times. Use this list of the bigger remodeling trends happening right now to figure out what areas of your home you want to remodel.

IN THE BATHROOM

Free standing clawfoot tub with walk-in shower

Unless bathtubs are freestanding (separate from the shower), people are opting to skip them when doing bathroom remodels. Whirlpool tubs and fiberglass tubs are completely out, and the freestanding tubs that are in demand are the contemporary basin style tubs or the antique claw-foot tubs. The classic shower/tub combo is also out, and in its place people are putting in walk-in showers. The showers include luxuries like large rain head faucets, handheld sprayers, multiple shower heads, and a nice tile design.

GRAY IS THE NEW BEIGE

It used to be a neutral beige that would occupy most of the wall space in homes, but there has been a shift to gray as the new modern standard. Not only do people opt for gray on their walls, it's also being used for cabinets and tile.

CUSTOM CABINETRY

Custom cabinetry can be a better value. Not only that, but going custom can allow the homeowner to really vamp up their kitchen and create the overall look they envision.

STAINLESS STEEL AND GRANITE ARE STILL ON TOP

Custom made fronts for the appliances that match the kitchen cabinets

There have been rumors that investing in stainless steel appliances wasn't the best idea because soon stainless steel wouldn't be a desirable trend, but so far that's not the case. People love stainless steel for the overall look and functionality in the kitchen. Another option for those who don't want stainless steel is to have custom-made fronts for the appliances that match the kitchen cabinets.

Although homeowners have been exploring different types of counter-tops lately, granite is still the most popular. Quartz or Silestone (a brand of Quartz) are creeping up on the popularity list, but none of them have come close to touching the amount of popularity granite holds.

FEATURE FLOOR TILES

Floor tile pattern adds elegance to this entryway

A strong trend in 2014, that continues into this year, is statement-making floor tiles rather than just the normal floor pattern. This can be a great option not only for entry ways, but for smaller bathrooms, as a feature floor can add style to a bathroom without overwhelming a small space. In a larger bathroom, a feature floor adds elegance. However, even with beautiful floor patterns, a tile floor can be cold and uninviting, especially in the winter. Luckily, we have a way to fix this, too. A homeowner can add an electric floor-heating system that warms the tile so it isn't cold on bare feet.

CREATURE COMFORTS

Along with heated floors, there are many other creature comforts that just don't go out of style. One of the bigger ones is plug-in towel warmers. Now, however, plug-in towel warmers are going a step further: by incorporating Wi-Fi, a homeowner can use his or her smartphone or tablet to control the towel warmers from any location.

OPEN KITCHEN SHELVING

Open shelving in this kitchen give it a clean, modern look

If you're looking to remodel your home, a kitchen remodel is a great place to start. According to Remodeling Magazine's 2015 Cost vs Value Report, a minor kitchen remodel will recoup the most out of all interior remodeling projects.

One of the bigger trends in kitchen remodeling is open shelving. Open shelving is practical, aesthetically pleasing, visually enlarges the kitchen and shows off dinnerware and kitchen accessories.

MULTI-GENERATIONAL DESIGN

Unfortunately, the cost of care for the elderly continues to climb. As this continues, more and more homeowners will opt to add additions, in-law suites, or secondary structures to their homes for the elderly in their family.

By using this list, you can update your house to incorporate the newest and hottest trends without having to spend a ton of money or hassle on moving. There are many great options for any house! Contact AJ Construction and Development today for a free consultation, and we can show you how to modernize your home for the best value possible!

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