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country deals with an intense demand for housing, according
to the National Association of Home Builders. Called in-law or
granny suites, accessory apartments can be separate dwellings
on a home’s property or converted basements or garages. Theses
self-contained living units are ideal for “downsizers” or empty-
nesters, college students and other young adults, Presti said. It’s
also a great way to make a little extra money renting space to a
family member.
• Mixed metals are on trend for 2018, so you’ll be seeing
silver and gold complimenting each other along with other
metallics like rose gold, copper and brass, Presti said.
• While grays are still popular and being used, “they’re
moving down” and instead the emphasis is trending toward
warm neutrals like beige, taupe and brown, Presti said. And
yet, the Pantone color of the year is a ultra violet, a blue-based
purple. Watch for it popping up in accents, textiles, wall cover-
ings and more.
• The ultra-luxe feel of velvet furnishings will wow in 2018,
but if you’re not bold enough for a purple velvet couch, try the
look with some velvet throw pillows, Presti suggested.
• Also within reach are painted ceilings, which designers
consider the fifth wall. A dark color can surprisingly open up a
small room by adding a feeling of infinity. Or, paint the ceiling
the same as or a shade of the wall color. Just be careful of this
trend if you’re looking to sell in 2018, Presti said.
“Buyers want things as neutral as possible,” she said.
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63 Brick House Rd, East Hardwick, VT
www. perennialpleasures.net
802-472-5104
Keith D. Eddy has been a well- known member of the Rutland
community for over 65 years. He graduated from the University of
Vermont before beginning a successful business career, including 2
decades as the owner and operator of HA Eddy Fuel during which
time he developed a number of the first gas station/convenient
store combinations in the Northeast.
Mr. Eddy has been affiliated with Chris Fucci Associates, LTD. since
2000. He is a licensed Real Estate Agent in Vermont with years of
experience doing business.
If you are in the market to buy or sell either residential or commer-
cial property, please contact Keith. His track record of strong com-
mitment to his clients for the past 40 years will assist you in finding
the right solution for your real estate needs.
Keith Eddy
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