What’s the latest in home decor? See last week’s post, What We Learned From the Parade of Homes.

How can you incorporate the newest Modern Farmhouse trend into your home without starting over? It can be done. Your home can look fresh and updated without remodeling everything.

The Kitchen is the Center

Keep in mind that the kitchen drives the decor of the home. It is usually in the center of the house and people spend a lot of time there. If the kitchen looks dated, the home will look dated… even if other rooms have been updated.

You can start by painting the cabinets. Try painting them in white or white with an espresso glaze on top. Another popular option is to re-stain them with a dark stain. Finish up by replacing the cabinet hardware with champagne gold metalware and the cabinets won’t need to be replaced.

You can also replace sinks and countertops. Calm-patterned countertops in quartz or granite will fit right in.

Redecorating Throughout the House

Consider replacing the light fixtures and the hardware in every room with something more current.

Paint is easily replaced with a neutral taupe for long wear or with peacock blue or navy for a show of updated color. We are seeing brighter colors in auxiliary rooms, like bathrooms, these days and some designers are even using large print wallpaper.

Carpet is also comparatively easy to replace, but consider sticking with popular neutral colors like gray or taupe. A more neutral color will look current for a longer time.

Window Treatments

What about our specialty, window treatments? If you invest in high-quality, neutral colored window coverings, you won’t have to replace them every time you want to update the look of your home. Shutters are timeless, as are draperies with box pleat panels and stationary side panels.

Keeping your window treatments simple will make them last. Simple patterns, neutral colors and quality construction will weather use and fashion updates for 15 years.

Contact us today and let us help you make your windows beautiful and timeless.

Did you see the Parade of Homes this year?

Every year, the Parade of Homes showcases beautiful high end homes built in Colorado Springs. Not only do we see the latest in architecture and floor plans, but the homes are also decorated in the most cutting edge styles.

Modern Farmhouse Has Come to Colorado Springs

In 2017, we saw Modern Farmhouse decor in many of the homes. What is Modern Farmhouse? It’s Heritage with a twist.

Color & Texture in Walls, Floors and Furniture

• Taupe, gray and wood tones are used for floors and furniture.
• Bedrooms and baths are painted with more color, like peacock blue and navy.
• Shiplap (a rustic-looking, horizontal paneling) is popular.
• Designers are using large-print wallpaper in baths and powder rooms.

Cabinets & Fixtures are Changing Color

• Cabinets are white, espresso or a combination of the two.
• Another trend seen in bathrooms is the floating vanity, a vanity that is secured to the wall and doesn’t touch the floor.
• Gold fixtures are coming back, but the gold is different. Faucets, lighting fixtures and hardware are being made in a champagne, brushed gold.

Accessories Look Natural & Less Sophisticated

• Upcycled accessories are being shown in the home.
• Natural materials with an organic feel give a room some softness.

The Parade of Homes can be an inspiration for homeowners wanting to update their homes. Keep in mind that your home should reflect your taste and personality. You don’t have to throw out everything you love and replace it with the latest thing. We can keep what you love and still make your home look more current.

We can make sure your home is beautiful, current and a place you love to spend your time. The Parade of Homes is fun and inspiring, but your home is your sanctuary and we want to help you love it. Call us today for a consultation!