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Friday, January 30, 2009

Southeast Florida Luxury Real Estate - 10 New & Hot Trends in Home Design

The International Builders Show in Las Vegas is always a great place to visit as a tradesman, designer, builder, homeowner or contractor. There are many ideas and trends that are shown that basically set the pace for the coming year's NEW and HOT IDEAS.

According to industry leaders if you want to sell that property this year follow these tips:

1) Go contemporary - Today's minimalist design you may mix straighter furniture elements and use two different colors repeated throughout (i.e. green and white). But remember to add those fun and bold accessories (could be a crazy mod orange chair or a traditional gilded mirror).

2) Don't think of lighting as utility - think of it as art - look at creative and funky shapes and designs. Remember they can be decorative as well as functional.

3) Green is in - efficient appliances, LED lighting etc., conservation is the way.

4) His and Her "everything" is in - from closets to vanity think in pairs!!!

5) Windows are huge - Buyers are looking for that floor to ceiling window that let's lots of natural light in.

6) Wood details are back in style - use them in light and dark tones on ceilings, moldings, floor inserts and more.

7) Mirrors are hot!!! They can be a focal point, make a room look larger and add glamour.

8) Electronics everywhere - think IPOD docking station in the kitchen, plasma in the bathroom etc.

9) Bring Nature in - use trees and tree design as decorative art. Try to seemlessly flow the outside in and the inside out.

10) Outdoor living serves as an extension of your house - remember pay attention to the outdoor entertaining areas think - pool plants, fire pits, great seating areas, hammocks etc.

Hope these tips help you whether you are just decorating or intending to sell. If you want more contact us here.

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