Ask the remodeler: 10 home trends we'll continue to see in 2026 renovations

"While earth tones are still popular, many clients have been gravitating toward bolder colors for walls and trim. Sometimes, even ceilings are being painted a complementary color as opposed to white. Painted cabinets are still the most popular finishes for kitchens and vanities - many of these are also bolder colors; dark and rich blues and greens have been popular. Things like built-in bookcases and entertainment centers often blend seamlessly into the surrounding trim color."

"We are seeing white oak and walnut colors being incorporated into kitchens, baths, and elsewhere. This may be part of a trend to bring the outdoors into our homes. Natural stone for countertops is also coming back. Quartz (a manufactured product) countertops have been the more popular choice overall for quite a few years. That is mainly because of the ease of maintenance, plus the color and finish selections are seemingly endless."

"This goes back to bringing the indoors into our living areas. More windows (or larger windows/transoms) that face east and south are being incorporated into designs. Larger patio doors to the outside instead of a single French glass door can make a huge difference in a room. Skylights are a great way to add light to third-floor bedrooms that may only have gable-end windows. They also help to ventilate a space."

Home renovations increasingly feature bold paint choices for walls, trim, ceilings, and cabinetry, with dark blues and greens gaining popularity. Built-in bookcases and entertainment centers are often painted to match surrounding trim. Natural materials such as white oak and walnut are being added to kitchens and baths, and natural stone countertops are resurging alongside longstanding quartz preferences. Homeowners request granite or quartzite for distinctive island countertops to create unique focal points. Quartz remains popular for ease of maintenance and wide color and finish options. Designs emphasize natural light through larger east- and south-facing windows, expanded patio doors, and skylights that also aid ventilation.

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