Keeping up with home design trends may seem like a costly or difficult endeavor, but do remember that these trends remain appropriate for up to 15 years, much longer than clothing or musical trend counterparts, which may only last for a couple of months. For this reason, there’s no better time than now to jump in on some of the best home exterior trends for 2020. Here are a few that are catching our eye at the moment.
Outdoor Living
No, we aren’t talking about camping, but it might feel pretty close. One of the most desirable additions to a standard house nowadays is an outdoor living space. While it isn’t uncommon for homes to have a covered porch for rocking chairs and lemonade, or an open deck primed for summer barbecues and block parties, creating a true outdoor living space further enhances the curb appeal and price tag of a home.
When planning your outdoor space, think about your priorities and the purposes it will serve. You might want a cozy gazebo with cushioned bench seating or perhaps an open firepit surrounded with cozy chairs. Love to cook? Consider an outdoor kitchen for entertaining without feeling like you’re stuck inside away from all the outdoor action
Deep and Dark
Gone are the days of boring white or conservatively light hues. Instead, trendsetters are branching out into the world of dark colors to add drama to their home’s exterior. Make a statement with a bold burgundy paired with an off-white trim or add depth with a deep midnight blue with light gray trim. There’s hardly any wrong way to do the dark shades, so feel free to play around.
A similar trend is the ‘dark-on-dark’ look, meaning you don’t have to worry about finding the right light shade of trim to complement the darker siding or cladding. Instead, you can try various shades of dark natural wood for a warm, rustic appearance.
Going Gray
In a world of homes painted subtle shades of white, light gray has entered the arena as a verified neutral game-changer. From warm to cool hues, pebble to charcoal, gray is certainly the color of the year for home exteriors. Mix and match shades from light to dark but stick to either cool or warm undertones for maximum effect. Don’t worry about an all-gray home being too boring; the monochromatic look of gray allows the play of light and shade perfectly, without appearing boring or loud.
Tall Windows
2020 is the year of letting the light in, and there’s no better way than with floor to ceiling windows. The more transparency, the better. Plus, this look has the added benefit of letting more sunlight in, meaning you can keep those artificial lights off for much of the day, helping you save on energy – a very modern move. And as long as you choose high-quality and well-made windows, you’ll even be able to regulate your home’s interior temperature.
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With so many trends to choose from for 2020, there are certainly options that would look great on your house. If you’re having a hard time making decisions on how to beautify your home’s exterior, designers that focus on the outside of the home will be able to guide you in the right direction for your needs and preferences. Contact Bay State Exterior today if you plan on updating your home’s siding. We pride ourselves on recommending solutions that will surely impress all who see your home.