This article is based on a report from www.idealhome.co.uk titled “Home renovation trends 2025 for every type of property”. You can find the original article here: https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/home-renovation-trends
While home renovation trends aren’t everything, keeping an eye on what’s new in the world of home improvement will ensure your project gets to benefit from not only the latest in home tech but also that it looks up-to-date – and stays that way.
Knowing what’s worth doing and what might be viewed as a fad almost before the project is complete could mean the difference between added value and a huge waste of money. Unfortunately the cost of labour and building materials shows no signs of dropping, meaning getting your project just right is crucial – and that’s where our trends list can help.
Is herringbone flooring still in? Are there any clever new extension ideas you should know about? Which trends are achievable on a tight budget? We asked some top architects and designers for what they think you should be including so that you can kick off your renovation with confidence. Here’s what we expect will be big in 2025 and beyond.
FAQs
Are home renovation trends really important?
Renovating a house is such an exciting project yet it is also a huge investment, meaning that many homeowners are wary of latching on to the latest fashion only to find their home looking dated a few months after completion. That’s why every trend we cover here is considered as a long-term movement by our panel of architects.
‘As a business, we’re not bound by fashion. We think about buildings that are going to last and be loved in decades,’ explains Matthew Withers, director at Stylus Architects. ‘We stick to our principles of what we think are great materials, long-lasting materials, shapes and forms that will ultimately stand the test of time.’
That said, Matthew thinks it’s important to take a few risks – not just use your kitchen extension ideas to impress your neighbours.
‘We encourage people to think about what they love. There’s a real temptation to think “When I sell my house, I need other people to like it,” but you only need two people to love it and compete for the sale. Everyone else can hate it!
‘I would say to all clients, be prepared to be a little bit uncomfortable with some design decisions at first, because you won’t regret it,’ Matthew adds. ‘If you’re fully comfortable with all the decisions you are making on the drawing board, you’ll be bored by the project comes to an end. Whereas the things that you’re kind of uncomfortable with, but trust in terms of direction – those are the things you’ll end up truly loving.’
What is the most common renovation?
Not surprisingly, the most common projects involve the updating of period homes. ‘We’re pretty much in the city centre of Cardiff, and a lot of the properties here are period terraces,’ says Glen Thomas. ‘I’d say 60-70% of our enquiries come from people with these types of houses. Upgrading these old buildings to make them as energy efficient as possible, then extending them, is by far the most common ask.’
‘They are often very dark spaces – the Victorians didn’t like a lot of light or openness in their homes,’ Glen continues. ‘So it’s about carving a “streak” through the building, knocking down walls and having glass above that brings light into the core of the house.
‘We replace the roof with a highly energy efficient structure, upgrade the internal insulation by filling stud walls and the space between floors, and extend at the back. We also add underfloor heating.’
Is now a good time to renovate a house?
This very much comes down to individual circumstances but certainly more people than ever are looking at how they can use their existing homes more efficiently rather than upping sticks and moving on.
In terms of the best time of year to renovate, while the winter months can prove troublesome in terms of delays caused by bad weather, you may well find builders and other tradespeople might be a little less busy so it could be a good time to get them booked in.
Feeling inspired these emerging trends? Take a look at how to add value to your home to ensure the work you are planning is worth your time and money.
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