Home Renovations this Year
If you are contemplating a renovation or decoration project for your home, you are not alone. Approximately fifty percent of homeowners will embark on a project in 2025, according to studies completed by the Harvard’s Joint Center for Housing Studies, National Association of Realtors, and Houzz. Historically, kitchen renovations were always at the top of the list, but now the number of kitchen versus bathroom renovations are running even. Homeowners across generations are planning to stay in their homes longer, so they are using savings to update key function areas and decorate in order to create their forever home.
Today’s homeowners want a home that reflects their lifestyle and personality. People are not looking for a home to compete with the Joneses; they are developing a space that makes them and their family feel good. With social media and platforms like Pinterest, inspiration is only a swipe or pin away. It is easier today to visualize ideas and translate them into reality - especially with the increased availability of flexible design services, such as virtual consultations, in-home styling sessions, and design-on-demand offerings that meet people where they are.
Professionals remain in demand, especially for larger projects requiring technical expertise and long-term vision. Hiring a professional can save time and money in the long run, particularly with whole-home, kitchen, and bathroom renovations. General Contractors bring structure, accountability, and efficiency to projects that only experience can offer. They provide vital oversight by managing timelines, sourcing and scheduling subcontractors, ordering materials, and ensuring the project stays on course. Overseeing an entire project and keeping everything on track requires a special skill set not all of us have.
Most projects, regardless of size and scope, are paid for with personal savings, so people want to spend wisely. Homeowners are blending both worlds: tackling easy wins themselves and partnering with interior designers and contractors for more complex transformations. This hybrid approach allows for personalization without sacrificing quality. When homeowners are ready to start a project, I encourage everyone to call an interior designer who can point you in the right direction and help you get started.