These are the seven biggest trends expected to affect home businesses in 2024

 Homeowners expect to invest in features that make homes more comfortable, lively, and sustainable.

Zillow analysts take a back seat to comfort and tranquility as homeowners develop a sense of renewal and invest in features and projects that reflect core values ​​of sustainability and self-care.

Projects and features that enhance luxury, relax from home, recharge, and create new spaces to work comfortably, are one of the seven must-see home trends in 2022.

"The pandemic has forced many to re-evaluate what is most important in their lives and their homes," said Amanda Pendleton, fashion expert at home company Zillow. "For many, 2022 is the time to start living these values. It's about investing in sustainable home functionality, designing spaces with happiness in mind, and more comfort than upscale style. You may be dedicated to jobs."

Zillow processed housing data and consulted with experts to determine the seven best housing trends to watch for the new year.

The color scheme is drawn from nature

When painting colors, think green, blue, dark gray, and brown drawn from nature. Colors that reflect the great outdoors, like Behr's Breezeway, a pale silver sage reminiscent of seaweed found on sandy beaches, will be popular.

Prospective and modern homebuyers are also excited about the colors associated with water and blue skies. A color analysis of Zillow's interior paint found that homes with light blue bathrooms were 1.6% higher than expected, and typical US homes could sell for nearly $5,000. A house with dark blue and moody bedrooms can be sold for a premium of about $1,500.

Putting values into practice

Sustainability is a core value for many homeowners, especially the younger generation who are looking for home features and products that reflect their value in 2022.

Sustainable housing features such as smart lights, leak detectors and thermostats can save energy and money. These are associated with faster home selling.

Listings citing drought-resistant landscapes can sell out 13 days earlier, but smart sprinkler systems and energy-efficient double-glazed windows are tied to homes selling more than a week faster than expected.

The old is new again

There is a demand that tends to be driven by supply problems and a desire to reduce waste by giving new life to used furniture.

Young homeowners add a contemporary twist to design trends that popped up as a kid. For example, gypsum paint replaces fake paint and refreshes wallpaper, but with a bold, contemporary and geometric pattern.

Also look for a kitchen made entirely of wood where the cherry cabinets have been replaced with white oak.

Furnishings that feel good

Forget hard sofas, sharp corners, and scratched fabrics. As people spend more time at home, the furniture becomes cozy and comfortable like a pair of flannel pajamas.

Furniture styles are already beginning to reflect a sense of easy-to-see, with curved sofas and rounded corners dominating the market. In contrast with leather, nautical textile motifs appeared in all types of furniture, with ottomans replaced by sharp-edged coffee tables and comfortable, body-hugging chairs.

Renovation to add space

As homes continue to serve as the center of life and work for millions of remote workers, homeowners will renovate their homes to meet new and evolving needs.

According to a recent Zillow study, three out of four homeowners are considering at least one improvement project in 2022. The most popular were adding or improving home office space (31%), followed by finishing the basement or attic (23%), and rooms Ins (23%), cottages and guesthouses (23%).  Put another housing unit like 21%).

Material supply disruptions and labor shortages are also encouraging homeowners to reuse existing space. For example, I hope the garage will become a full home gym, the cottage will become a home office, and the closet will double as 'cl offices'.

Quiet haven at home

Homeowners prioritize retreats in the house, creating space for meditation and contemplation, reading nooks, and escapes in their spa-inspired bathroom. Downside features such as "huts" can help with home sales that are 2.2% higher than expected, and self-supporting bathtubs can contribute to home sales at a 2.6% premium.

Homeowners will also provide more natural light to their homes, especially home offices and public spaces, but indoor plants will still be popular by bringing nature indoors.

More space for pets

According to a Zillow survey, nearly three-quarters of homebuyers have at least one pet at home (73%). This is up from 64% of buyers who reported owning pets in 2020.

Expect these pets to enjoy new deals as more homeowners design their homes and interiors with pets in mind and invest in custom feeding stations, compact pet beds, and even playrooms. please.  

Homes with kennels often sold better than expected in the past year, and homes with fenced yards and dog runs are selling faster than comparable homes without these features, according to the Zillow study.