Consumers and design professionals chose the trends for the New Year and came up with the following list, an article from Herald Times Online revealed.
Kitchens
Houzz.com followers chose black stainless steel kitchen appliances that are easy to clean and stylish at the same time. Two-toned cabinets were also popular because of its unique look and versatility. This kind of kitchen cabinet design may be adapted to fit any kitchen style.
Colors of the year
According to Benjamin Moore, paint manufacturer, popular color trends are milky white, lavender and grayish blue. Houzz confirms these color selections by creating a white kitchen along with a strong color for the cabinets and backsplash.
Dining rooms
Formal dining rooms are in demand but there is a return of traditional separate room for dining. Followers love the open dining concept with a clear definition of the dining space giving it individual personality without the need to close the area with walls.
Bathrooms
There are a great number of trends preferred in the bathroom such as bidets, walls with bold pattern coverings, ornate chandeliers, statement mirrors and so on. All the bathroom trends seem to weigh in on the attempt to reduce the utilitarian feel of the room.
Living rooms
New living room trends have not really diverted far. Trends such as wood-burning fireplaces that burn minus the indoor pollution is very popular. The traditional fireplace has regained its place as a focal point in a living room. The current focus is to have at least one area in a modern home that is free from digital control. According to Houzz followers, living rooms are seen as an area in a home where homeowners can find peace even when everything is run digitally.