2011 Design & Remodeling Trends | Kitchen and Bath Remodeling

With a new year as well as a new decade just around the corner, remodeling your kitchen and bathrooms with Cornerstone Cabinet Company to create a fresher and more modern look for your Arizona home has never been a better idea.

The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) conducted an exclusive poll of their top builders and developers, and found that while most people are not beginning work on the more time and money-intensive household renovations available due to the state of the economy, now is the time to take care of the smaller jobs around your home.

What we can take from this study is that the over-arching remodeling trend for 2011 is tackling smaller projects while you wait to do the larger remodeling projects that are on your to-do list.

Here are 10 top remodeling trends to keep an eye out for this year:

1. Bathroom Renovation
If the bathroom tile in your home is getting worn out or run-down, 2011 is the year for a small-scale bathroom-refurbishing project. Bathrooms are the hottest project this year; they cost less than a kitchen or addition, and most houses have more than one bath, so there are more available to be remodeled.


2. Must-Do Remodeling Projects
Rather than going through major renovations, next year people will continue to only complete the projects that need to be done, like repairs to siding or roof leaks. There are currently a staggering amount of people who are doing "'have-to' projects instead of 'want-to' projects."


3. Color Trends
Warmer tiles and colors are coming back. Arizona homeowners in the know-how are showing trends of moving away from clean white designs in favor of cozy, inviting earth tones, such as remodeling a kitchen that houses painted cabinets in favor of natural wood cabinet designs and refacing. The idea of this shift, however, is not a return to rustic atmospheres. Instead, contrasts are being drawn between earthy textures and tribal patterns and neutral backgrounds of white and tan.


4. Deck Out Your Lawn
Enjoy the great Arizona weather with the help of a shaded outdoor space! We've been experiencing cooler weather and less extremes as of late within the valley, so the time has never been better to kick back on a new patio installation and relax by the pool.


5. Hiring A Great Contractor
Arizona homeowners these days are a diligent and watchful crowd. They take time to ask questions that may have gone unnoticed in previous times. Cornerstone Cabinet Company is here for you to answer each and every question you present, so you can remodel with a mind at ease when you know that you are getting the absolute highest quality and affordable work for your money.


6. Simple Yet Elegant
Say goodbye to your overly ornate furniture and reclaim your home's open spaces! The market is opening up for home furnishings that not only look beautiful and compliment a room, but also have simple design and function. Minimalism and tact are key in designing a well-balanced home.


7. Opening Up Rooms
Open rooms and floor plans lend a pleasant aesthetic in any situation, and Cornerstone is here for you to help you minimize the amount of floor space any of your installations might take up. Features such as "Inter-wall" appliances and cabinets help open up space for walking and activities.


8. Bring in the Bronze
Along with warmer tones in homes, designs are accompanying warmer tones in metallic features, such as knobs and hinges. Dark, brushed bronze knobs on your newly remodeled natural wood cabinets may be just the thing you need, and are a great way to phase out shiny brass features.


9. Going Green
This year, going green will mean so much more than saving on energy costs (Although it's never a bad idea). A rise in bamboo and more natural texture usage is really beginning to take off, and in the right setting can add an exotic flair. In that spirit, consider reimagining your home with larger windows! More homeowners than ever are requesting larger glass area on their walls, and are even requesting bold features like tri-pane windows.


10. Planning ahead
Many Arizona homeowners are retirees or getting close to their age of retirement, and are wisely beginning to remodel their homes with their retirement years in mind. Easy-to-use features such as easy-opening cabinetry, hand-held showers, and more accessible kitchens and baths are wildly popular, and with our help, can be a great design choice as well as a convenience.

Are you planning a remodeling project this year? How much are you planning to spend? Call Cornerstone Cabinet Company today at 480-710-7363 for expert consultation on design an projects you may have in mind.