Top 10 Home Design Trends for 2018 per the Pinterest 100

If you are a Pinterest user (find me HERE), you know that you can spot trends forming on the site LONG before you see them plastered across the internet.   For that reason, I have always enjoyed peeking in on the Pinterest 100 , as it is a fascinating highlight of what is trending right now on Pinterest. With over 14 billion ideas, the home category continues to grow with a 75% increase in Pins each year and Pinterest users spend 27% more on decor than people who don’t use the site.

As far as home design goes in 2018 (Home Decor category), Pinterest users have spoken and these are the top 10 hot trends as highlighted by Lonny.com and with photos taken directly from the site as trending. How many of these design elements  have you incorporated into your own home?

1. Resort-inspired style, particularly in the bathroom. 
2. Marriage of mixed metals in a space.
3. Terrazzo is making a comeback, in several applications. 
4. Statement ceilings, aka "The fifth wall". 
5. Bone inlaid accent pieces.
6. Wood wall tiles and flooring in a herringbone pattern.
7. My personal curb appeal favorite- statement doors.
8. Vibrant and patterned house plants.
9. Oversized wall art is back and pushing the eclectic gallery wall back out of vogue.
10. Sage, sage, and more sage.

Streamline your laundry room with a commercial kitchen sink!

Per an earlier post, this winter we have committed to modernizing and elevating the aesthetics of our already-finished basement in the attempt to streamline the space and add storage.   In the midst of working with our laundry room space, we kept stumbling upon nothing but flimsy plastic laundry tubs (similar to what we already have).  Seeking something more sleek and sturdy, we opted for THIS commercial kitchen prep sink instead, found on Amazon...

I think it is a terrific solution, don't you?  I can't wait to install it this week!

Top 10 Home Design Trends for 2016 per Pinterest 100

If you are a Pinterest user (find me HERE), you know that you can spot trends forming on the site LONG before you see them plastered across the internet.   For that reason, I have always enjoyed peeking in on the Pinterest 100 , as it is a fascinating highlight of what is trending right now on Pinterest.

As far as home design goes in 2016 (Home Decor category), Pinterest users have spoken and these are the top 10 hot trends as highlighted by Lonny.com and with photos taken directly from the site as trending. How many of these design elements  have you incorporated into your own home?

Gray, Gray, and more Gray 

Graphic Throw Pillows 

Hacks and Methods of hiding cords 

Black Accent Walls 

Gallery Walls & Woven Wall hangings 

DIY Space-saving solutions 

 Artisan Goods and Textiles 

Metallic Wallpaper 

White-washed Scandinavian Design 

Geometric Tile 

Design Trend: Mega Shower Rooms with all of the extras

One of the biggest shifts in home design that I have noticed over my last 13+ years in residential real estate is in the master bathroom. Showers have become distinctly larger, often times replacing the tub altogether...

They typically incorporate steam options, benches, dual shower heads, rain options, and pulsating body jets.  I have even spotted televisions, surround sound, and specialty lighting.  Would you be willing to sacrifice your bathtub for the shower of your dreams?

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Real Estate Tip: Make your entry POP!

It is not too early to start your Spring project planning, Homeowners!  

I always find myself craving color in small doses as the promise of warmer weather draws closer. The front door is the perfect place to show off a bold hue without major commitment. Whether you go traditional or think outside the box, a colorful door warms your entry and makes it POP!