Santa Barbara-based renovation expert Perry Lieber is setting new benchmarks in custom home design as homeowners increasingly prioritize sustainable, functional, and personalized living spaces. Lieber has years of experience transforming properties and spaces, combining modern technologies with timeless craftsmanship to create spaces tailored to each client’s unique vision and lifestyle. There is a growing interest in eco-friendly and adaptable spaces that has driven a shift in home renovation priorities. Perry Lieber, embracing this trend, incorporates sustainable materials, energy-efficient technologies, and innovative design solutions into his projects. “Many homeowners are looking…
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Home Design and Remodeling Trends Topping the List to Watch for 2025
From rounded walls and furnishings to traditional styles mixed in with bolder textures and colors, many different styles are influencing today’s home trends. Home remodeling site Houzz recently released its 2025 home design predictions. According to the National Association of REALTORS (NAR), English kitchen styles top that list. NAR states, These cozy kitchens feature cabinets in rich woods as well as historical paint colors, such as moody blues and deep greens. “You’ll also find natural countertop materials, like soapstone and butcher’s block, as well as large range alcoves, wood ceiling…
Read MoreLooking to Renovate, Rising Home Values and Low Mortgage Rates Keep Homeowners in Place
Upgrading their homes instead of moving, high mortgage rates and home prices have kept many Americans in place. Many experts report that is to continue in 2025. According to some estimates, homeowners have trillions of dollars of tappable equity in their homes which they could use to access Home Equity Lines of Credit (HELOC) to help fund renovations. And some housing market watchers are seeing an aging U.S. home supply as ripe for updates. “For most people, it doesn’t make sense financially to move,” said Ben Carlson, director of Institutional…
Read MoreResidential Remodeling Market Set for 2025 Growth
Reversing a pullback seen late last year, spending for improvements and repairs on owner-occupied homes is expected to expand by the middle of 2025. This is according to the Harvard University Joint Center for Housing Studies’ latest Leading Indicator of Remodeling Activity (LIRA). Annual expenditures for home renovation and maintenance are projected to grow by 1.2% through third quarter of 2025. Signaling good news for residential improvement and repairs next year, new home construction rates and sales of existing homes are both growing. Additionally, stronger gains in home values (and home…
Read MoreRemodel of the Week; Palm Beach Florida Family Home Transformed
According to Mansion Global, tearing everything down is one way to get a transformative renovation, but some projects can get the same effect by elevating what’s already there through craftsmanship and thoughtful design choices. Such was the hope when Lindsey Koch, a former executive at New Era Caps, embarked on renovating her North Palm Beach, Florida, vacation home: She didn’t just want a luxury home—she wanted artistry. “You don’t always get this opportunity with houses of this level because so often, they’re torn down or rebuilt,” said Stephanie Mahaney of…
Read MoreThe Bathroom Trends to Watch in 2025
According to Benzinga, as homeowners prepare for renovations in the coming year, bathrooms are taking center stage as spaces for both functionality and indulgence. In recent years, bathroom remodel trends have leaned heavily on minimalist aesthetics, neutral palettes, and clean, simple lines. Fixtures in polished chrome and stark white marble were the hallmarks of modern luxury, while functionality often took precedence over personality. However, as design preferences evolve, homeowners are moving away from purely utilitarian spaces and embracing innovative concepts that merge form with function. Designers and industry experts are…
Read MoreFraming Lumber Prices
The framing lumber composite price decreased 2.0% for the week ending on Dec. 13. Despite the decline, lumber prices are 12.8% higher than they were one year ago. NAHB continually tracks the latest lumber prices and futures prices, and provides an overview of the behaviors within the U.S. framing lumber market. The information is sourced each week using the Random Lengths framing lumber composite price which is comprised using prices from the highest volume-producing regions of the U.S. and Canada. A summary of other wood prices, including plywood prices, is…
Read MoreKermit Baker Discusses Growth Outlook For Construction and Remodel Sectors in 2025
Kermit Baker, Chief Economist with the American Institute of Architects, and Kemp Harr discuss the outlook for growth in 2025 and beyond for both the commercial and residential flooring sectors. Read More
Read MoreRemodel of the Week: Bloomfield Hills Residence
This 100-year-old home needed a new front entry. The owner wanted a modern twist on a classic home. The entry looks over a beautifully manicured landscape nestled quietly in a prominent suburban community. The original entry did not take advantage of this view or the property. Read More
Read MoreUtah Home Remodel Experts Release Updated Home Remodeling Cost Projections for 2024-2025
Utah Home Remodel Experts is proud to announce the release of updated cost guides for home remodeling projects in 2024 and 2025, empowering Utah homeowners with the knowledge they need to budget effectively for their dream homes. This update reflects current market trends, material costs, and labor rates, providing a transparent view into what homeowners can expect to invest in transforming their spaces. The cost of remodeling a kitchen in Utah has seen adjustments due to fluctuations in material pricing and increased demand for premium features. Homeowners can expect: Mid-range…
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