Seattle-Zillow predicts that in the coming year, homeowners will invest in projects and features that will make their home feel comfortable and peaceful, full of energy and inspiration, safe and healthy-a home they can thrive in 2022.

The new year marks an opportunity for renewal, and for many people, the process will begin at home. Those who move and stay in place during the pandemic will pay more attention to their homes, not only rethinking what they want the space to look like, but also rethinking how they want it to feel.

Zillow home trend expert Amanda Pendleton said: “The pandemic forces many people to re-evaluate the most important things in their lives and homes.” “For many people, these values ​​will begin to be practiced in 2022. Moment. This may be investing in sustainable home features, designing a space that takes happiness into account, or leaning toward comfort and functionality over high style."

Zillow combined its real estate market data and analysis to determine seven home furnishing trends worth paying attention to in the new year.

1. Down-to-earth color scheme. Paint color has a huge impact on the atmosphere of the home. People will be attracted by nature when they seek peace through color.

Natural colors will prevail—think green, blue, taupe, and brown. Potential and recent buyers also seem to be attracted by the colors associated with water and sky. Zillow's interior paint color analysis found that the price of a house with a light blue bathroom may be 1.6% higher than expected, that is, a typical American house sells for close to $5,000. At the same time, the dark, melancholic melancholy in the bedroom may add nearly $1,500 to the premium.

2. Submission to a green environment is not just paint that makes a house green. For young homeowners, sustainability will be the top priority, and they will look for home features and products that allow them to live according to their own values.

First Insight’s State of Consumer Expenditure report found that younger generations are most likely to make purchasing decisions based on their values ​​and principles. Deloitte’s Global 2021 Millennials and Generation Z surveys show that nearly one-third of respondents Started or deepened the consumer relationship with them. Businesses that are good for the environment.

Sustainable features can make real estate more energy efficient, less wasteful, and connect with houses that sell faster. Zillow's research found that houses that mentioned "ecology", "energy saving" or similar terms in their descriptions went on sale more than two days faster than expected. The sales of houses with drought-resistant features were 13 days faster than expected. Smart sprinkler systems and double-glazed windows were installed to save energy. The sales of houses were more than a week faster than expected.

3. Retro style is so hot now. With the persistence of supply chain issues and the primary consideration for sustainability, homeowners are turning to second-hand furniture and decorations to decorate their homes. Just like the return of fashion in the 90s, retro home design has also returned. Young homeowners will not copy grandma's house, but will find comfort in the modern twists and turns of the design trends they grew up with. For example, the artificial paint finishes were updated to plaster finishes, the wallpaper was again modern and geometric patterns, and the all-wood kitchen was back-even though the cherry cabinets had given way to white oak.

4. Family members who are as comfortable as sweatpants spend more and more time at home. They want their space to be as comfortable and comfortable as their choice of elastic clothing. The homeowner will prioritize things that feel good, rather than decorate the house with things that look good. Furniture styles have begun to reflect this, with curved sofas and rounded corners dominating the market. Compared with leather, rough fabric upholstery will be all the rage, footstools will replace sharp coffee tables, and there will be more comfortable chairs to hug the body.

5. Both old homeowners and new movers will redouble their investment in their existing homes and make improvements to meet their new and changing needs. A survey of homeowners shows that nearly three-quarters of people will consider at least one home improvement project next year. These projects include adding or improving home office space (31%), completing a basement or attic (23%), adding another room (23%), and constructing another residential unit, such as a backyard cabin or hotel (21%).

In view of the shortage of supply and labor, various forms and scales of renovation will be carried out in 2022. This will inspire homeowners to be more creative by turning the garage into a full-fledged home gym, transforming the shed into a home office, and even clearing the old clothes in the closet to make room for “coffices”.

6. Mental health at home has been difficult for two years. People put mental health first. Thoughtful healthy home design will reflect this. Homeowners will prioritize the creation of retreats in their homes, such as private spaces for meditation or reflection, reading corners, and spa-inspired bathroom escapes. Retreat features, such as "she shed", can help houses sell for 2.2% higher than expected, while free-standing bathtubs can increase the price of houses by 2.6%.

Natural light will be a priority, especially in home offices and public spaces, while indoor plants will continue to be popular for their soothing properties.

7. "Awesome" features. As more and more people bring furry friends home, they will take their pets into consideration when designing houses. Zillow's research found that in the past year, the number of pets owned by people who recently moved has soared, affecting housing decisions. Nearly three-quarters of home buyers said they own at least one pet (73%), up from 64% in 2020.

The Zillow study found that houses with kennels generally sold for higher than expected last year, and houses with fenced yards or kennels sold faster than similar houses without these features. Look for pet owners to invest in custom feeding stations, built-in pet beds, and even pet playrooms in the new year.

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