Which Way Are Trends Heading?Posted by Nick Niesen on November 8th, 2010 Once you?ve decided that you?re ready to buy a new home, you?ll probably find yourself noticing all sorts of things that might have escaped your attention in the past. Maybe you?ll even take a look at magazines, articles, websites, and TV shows that cover the many aspects of making a home that expresses your personality, your attitudes, and your philosophy of life?and lifestyle. And if you?ve already started touring new homes, there?s a high likelihood that you already have a growing checklist of ?must haves? and ?maybes? and ?definitely nots? going. If you?re reading this article, chances are you know exactly what we?re talking about. And you?re packed and ready for the journey towards home ownership. So travel along with us as we explore what?s new, what?s growing in popularity, what?s hip and hot, and
What are the signatures of this trendy style in a home? Instead of brick, look for stone and stucco. Preferably done with rustic finishes that have the patina of age?even antiquity. Another element you?ll frequently see is a tile or metal roof?both of which are very sensible for our region. The optimum effect is one of the luxury of handcraftsmanship and things made to last?well, practically forever. Perfect for a more gentle, gracious way of life. Like it? Share it!More by this author |