2017 was a year of massive
home designs reinvention thanks to the Internet of Things (IoT). We've seen
homes with voice-controlled gadgets, smart security systems, and intelligent
home assistants among others. Siri and Hello egg (the smart kitchen assistant),
just to mention a few, were welcomed into several homes. But what's in store
for 2018?
Roof Top Decks
The population is growing
day by day, and that means less building space. Rooftop decks will now start
replacing backyard decks for three major reasons;
- Rooftops are an excellent way to
enjoy unobstructed sunlight.
- The view is always fantastic up
there.
- Regarding building space, you are
not limited vertically.
Modern designers are
getting creative with rooftop ideas. In apartment buildings, we've seen rooftop
windows and sunrooms, rooftop swimming pools, as well as rooftop lounges. The
possibilities are endless. Homeowners will now follow suit. Add a table, patio
chairs, and a themed umbrella, and you get the perfect rooftop deck.
Smart Bulbs and
Natural Light
Smart bulbs are internet
controlled light bulbs that you can switch on and off using your smartphone
wherever you are. You can also dim or brighten them. Besides, you can program
them to operate at certain times of the day or whichever way you prefer.
However, much of their use in the past has been in commercial buildings. This
year, homeowners are most likely to start embracing them.
Looking to let the light
in? Natural sunlight in the home is an economical and hip way to make your home
more functional, inviting and to reduce those energy bills (just be sure to
make sure your windows, sunrooms, conservatories and glass doors are Energy
Star Certified to offer energy savings year round.
Wide Glass Doors, Sunrooms
and Bright Hallways
To make homes look more
spacious, designers are now focusing on the use of broad glass doors and
hallways. The glass doors also allow more natural light while wide hallways
create a feeling of more living space.
Open Plan Kitchen Shelving
Kitchens make a strong
statement in any home. In the past years, kitchen designs have been revamped
with the most recent innovation being open kitchen plans which were well
received. This year, expect to see open plan kitchen shelving because of two
reasons;
- Kitchen gadgets and equipment are
getting sophisticated each day, and homeowners will be looking for an
appropriate way to showcase them.
- Open plan shelves give more
storage room and make the kitchen look spacious.
Compact Water Heaters
Tankless water heaters are
the next big thing. Not only do they save you space, but they are also very
energy efficient. They just heat and dispense the exact amount of water you
require which means you save water as well as the heating fuel used
(electricity or gas).
Whichever design intrigues
you; our products will come in handy. Ranging from solariums to decks as well
as customized products; contact us today and let us make your dream
home a reality.
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