Hanley Wood published a survey in 2013 that revealed remodeling sales grew 10 percent from 2012, and that nearly half of remodelers surveyed expect another 10 percent increase this year.
Modern kitchens were hot in 2013, and continue to play a major role in the American household.
Remodeling Magazine states that the kitchen is expected to be remodeled in 2014 more than any other room. 61 percent of respondents expect to complete kitchen remodels this year. Aesthetically, kitchens are moving away from warm, rustic feelings and instead are embracing white or grey cabinetry, simple countertops, and minimalist deigns that often involve hidden or blended-in appliances.
In second place, 58% of remodelers surveyed expect to remodel bathrooms in 2014. Not surprising, homebuyers place high importance on updated kitchens and bathrooms when looking for a new house. Resort-style bathrooms are expected to replace vintage-style bathrooms (think claw-foot tubs). These new, luxury bathrooms include features such as heated floors and towel racks, walk-in showers with many shower heads, and jetted bathtubs. Glass tiles are projected to be a popular feature. In keeping with the latest kitchen trends, neutral and cool colors will dominate.
Contrarily, other rooms will likely feature vibrant colors, that will serve as focal points for rooms rather than accents.
Pantone, the international authority on color, cites examples such as "Lemon Zest" and "Rouge Red." Below is one color pallet Patrone expects to see in the interior of houses this year:
