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Bringing a Touch of Luxury to Bathrooms

Kitchen and Residential Design

A recent survey from Lightstream reports that 37 percent of homeowners indicated they are planning to remodel their bathrooms in 2019, edging out kitchen remodels, which 31 percent of respondents said was a priority. Twenty-seven percent of those surveyed said personalization was their primary reason for investing in a renovation.

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Exclusive! Houzz 2019 Kitchen Trends

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

The report is unique because it captures the opinions of homeowners, whereas most surveys focus on trends from the perspectives of interior designers, architects, etc. Countertops and backsplashes are popular materials to replace. The main reason homeowners renovate is to replace the countertops, backsplash and sink(s).

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Kitchen Ideas – The Ultimate Design Resource Guide

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Tile can also be used in different places–from the backsplash to the floor to the counter–and we have 6 tips for choosing the perfect tile application for your kitchen. According to a recent survey, 70% of buyers want an island in their kitchen, and of those, 50% consider it a must-have item.