It’s the little things in our home that make us fall in love with its functionality and efficiency, or perhaps it’s the little ways that our home doesn’t work for us, which makes us pursue a new home search. As social media is becoming more and more popular every day, showcasing design and home build trends, we have been exposed to so many amazing and creative options to make functional spaces at home.
Trends we are seeing from the past year include an emphasis on organization in new builds – a home that is easy to tidy is more likely to stay tidy, and intentional, functional storage cabinets and built-ins make all the difference here. Kitchens generally need to have the most function compared to the rest of the house, so things like adding an extra “grab & go” refrigerator at the height of the kids or having a built-in water and food lower cabinet for the dogs that can be hidden out of sight are gaining traction online. Walk-in pantries with labels, extra storage baskets, and cabinet doors to hide all the miscellaneous & mismatched kitchen supplies also help to organize and maintain function in such an important space. A reading nook with built-in bookshelves, great lighting, and a cozy cushion on the windowsill is another great example here.
Whether your home is old or new, it must be an extension of your busy life, and it should function to help you stay organized and at peace. A home with too much chaos or a clunky floor plan makes the spaces feel dysfunctional, which can bring unwanted stress. If you aren’t sure how to make your home function a little better for you, a quick meeting with a professional organizer or interior designer can make a world of difference here. Sometimes the solution is as easy as rearranging furniture or swapping out the home office upstairs with the spare bedroom in the basement. Other times, the solution is finding a different home that complements your life better. Either way, we are here to help.
