Texas as a whole experienced a surge in sales earlier in the summer, with the real estate market currently entering a period of stability following the C19 lockdown. As reported by Zillow, around 76% of Americans would rather renovate an existing home than buy a new one. However, the penchant for styling up homes extends to those who buy homes specifically for the purpose of renovating and increasing their value for a subsequent resale. If you have just bought a dream home or an investment opportunity in Katy and are wondering where to find inspiration for beautiful interiors, why not seek inspiration from three of Texas’ most renowned designers?
Surprising Blends of Materials
You may not think that solid wood, tiles, concrete and marble effects and other seemingly disparate materials would work together but one look at the work of Emily Summers Design Associates will beg you to rethink preconceived ideas. This firm has made a name for itself by doing just that, throwing in unexpected effects (including the use of marble effects on walls and the combination of metallic and wood elements) and textures for richer, more visually impactful effects. Custom Home Builders in Austin, TX will tell you that this innovative trend has spread throughout the state, with new homeowners often requesting customized construction works such as a complete change in the materials of walls, flooring, and bespoke furniture. Considering the fact that nouvelle materials such as ceramic tiles can now imitate the look and feel of many other materials (including wood, marble and metal), the gamut of possibilities for everything from kitchen splashbacks to bathroom walls has been considerably widened.
Step Back in Time
In the past, homes often veered towards either classic or ultra-modern, minimalistic looks, leaving little room for those who want the best of both worlds. Jan Showers & Associates show how you can achieve chic modernity and traditional warmth all at once, through the combination of contemporary and traditional, travel-inspired statement pieces. Think gold sun mirrors, handmade Balinese shelves, zebra-print chairs, and stately Chesterfield sofas all playing the same game in interiors that are as inviting as they are beautiful to behold.
Space and Light
A big trend in modern homes is the penchant for light, as seen in the work of Heather Scott Home & Design. Open floor plans, which dominated the construction game in the past decade, are slightly waning in popularity, but continue to be in high demand for those seeking well-lit, connected interiors. If you aren’t into open kitchens, you can still let the sun in by replacing wooden doors with sliding glass ones, creating higher ceilings, and separating areas with wooden or other supports instead of closing them off completely with doors. Glass and steel also work well to create individual spaces while ensuring that various spaces within the same floor can be viewed through the light-filled transparency.
The Texas real estate market enjoyed a boom in the earlier stages of C19, meaning many new homeowners will soon be commencing renovations and styling changes. New material blends, marriages of timeframes, and a passion for light are three strong trends to watch out for. These trends can be viewed in the works of many of Texas’ top designers, many of whom are making a name for themselves on an international level.
