Top Design Trends
Posted by fortlauderdalebeachrealestate on January 12, 2008
For the third consecutive year, home offices are the most popular special-function room among homeowners, according to the American Institute of Architect’s Home Design Trends survey for the second quarter of 2007. Nearly two-thirds (61 percent) of residential architects surveyed said homeowners are looking for home offices in their new homes compared with 51 percent a year ago. The survey found that homeowners want more than a desk in the corner of the bedroom; they are looking for acoustic privacy, better natural lighting and, in some cases, a separate entry for clients. Other special function roooms that are gaining popularity include a media room/home theater, a fitness room and a kid’s or guest wing.
Rising utility costs and greater enviromental awareness are also prompting an increasing number of homeowners to go green with their home designs, the survey concludes. More homeowners are demanding sustainable designs and energy-efficient products, such as tankless water heaters, geothermal heating and cooling systems, structural insulation panels and flooring products made of bamboo and cork.
Jon
