Custom Home Design Trends in 2012

Custom homes in Atlanta are certainly no exception to trends. Year after year, old trends disappear and new ones arise. As custom home builders, we enjoy seeing the new styles that present themselves and observing how homeowners incorporate them into their custom homes. While some trends are simply fads, others prove to be more long-lasting.

Below are some trends that started years ago and that we anticipate carrying over into 2012.

Green building
A strong focus on making environmentally friendly building decisions will be important in 2012. From improving household water efficiency to using green-building materials and energy-efficient lighting, green building will likely become more of a grassroots initiative than a simple trend in 2012.

Multi-functionality
More families are opting to have items in their home that can serve more than one purpose.  Custom kitchens now include islands that offer a spacious countertop that can be easily converted into a place to sit and eat a nice meal. Others opt to have separate suites in their home that can serve as a luxurious guest room for any out of town guests. It can also become the new home of any elderly parents or family members who need a place to stay long-term.

Customization
Gone are the days where decoration is only done for décor’s sake. More families are realizing the beauty of creating customized storage pieces that are just as easy on the eyes as they are functional for a household. From customized wine racks and bookshelves to walk-in closets with built-in shelving, individuals are fully embracing stylish ways to organize their home.

Whitmire Custom Homes offers cutting-edge designs and custom floor plans for homeowners across Georgia. We invite you to contact us to discuss any needs you have in more detail. We’d appreciate the opportunity to work for you!