Special section : HOME DESIGN TRENDS : INSPIRED UPGRADES
We ’ re usually thrilled with the next big thing — especially when it comes to home improvement . Home design concepts usher in ideal solutions for upgrading a few key areas , and experts say the three things homeowners should focus on this year are your kitchen , your pet and your connectivity .
Reconfiguring everything from remote control lighting in the living room to a remote area specifically for your pet ’ s lavish lifestyle can be a challenging , yet rewarding process . Here are just a few trends to keep you on the cutting edge of home design .
Spacious Kitchens
Elevated Taste
The drama of life can take center stage in the most lived-in room of your home — the kitchen . Keep family and friends gathered around in style and with room to spare . A spacious kitchen can begin with the island . It ’ s not only a space saver , it ’ s a platform for lively conversations ,
prepping for dinner , and doing homework , to name just a few . Whether you have a U-shaped , L-shaped or a more unique-shaped kitchen , the island provides a generous supply of counter space and storage as well as the possibility for a cooktop or utility sink .
If space is limited , it doesn ’ t take a home renovation expert to cook up ideas that add flavor to your kitchen without compromising taste . Starting with the basics is the easiest plan of attack . Colorful paint will help define separate areas in your kitchen . An accent wall is ideal because you can choose a shade that pops and will work as a focal point . From cool and relaxing to warm and inviting , a balance of wall paint and cabinet hues can introduce the illusion of more space when a color scheme is coordinated to make the best impact .
Adding living-space accessories such as a bench or breakfast nook can create a new area . The division is subtle enough to enhance the kitchen and cue the eye in a different direction . A space-making furniture piece such as a nook bench can sometimes include built-in storage under the lid of the seat , allowing you to hide kitchen clutter .
Hiding objects to make space is sometimes more obvious than not . To shed light on your redesign , consider your windows for example . Evaluate whether they make design sense in their current place .
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