Home Remodeling Trends to Look Forward to in 2014

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Fashion trends come and go faster than you can say "That's hot!" The same goes for home design trends. What was the "it" thing to have last year, you wouldn't dream of putting it in your home this year.

When you are remodeling your home, it's important to choose design elements that you can see yourself living with for the next decade or so. When decorating your new space, make sure you pick styles that you'll like for the long term or something that you can easily add or change to create a new look.

Here's a short list of some of the trends to keep your eye out for in the new year.

Getting rid of the bathtub - More and more families are choosing to get rid of their tub completely and opt for a super luxurious shower! Features such as a rainfall shower head, steam shower, benches and heated floors can create a relaxing environment you may never want to leave!
The U-Socket - Apple devices reign in most households, so the new U-Socket wall plug has two built-in USB ports to power devices including iPhones, gaming devices, digital cameras, Kindles and iPads. The U-Socket also has a smart sensor that allows it to shut off when the device is fully charged — an environmentally friendly feature that prevents “vampire drain."
Bright, Vibrant Colors - Homeowners are starting to incorporate more bright, vibrant colors into their homes. Colors such as cobalt blues and emerald greens. Not just as an accent color, but as the main color to design an entire room around.
Bringing "Green" into the Home - Using renewable materials such as bamboo and choosing energy efficient appliances is quickly becoming more of a normal thing to do in home design. As well as in building new homes, builders will look towards using greener options in the way they source materials and put up homes.