Top 4 Architectural Trends to Watch Out for in 2020

​2020 is an exciting time in terms of architecture and design. It’s the start of a new decade and will likely commence an era where sustainability and green design is the norm. The move to smaller but smarter homes also bring new design challenges. Here are the trends you’ll be seeing in more homes.

1. No Walls but Defined Spaces
   Open floor plans will remain a vital architectural style. More homeowners are looking to have more defined spaces but without the constraints of walls. Expect to see designers using various materials to segment spaces inside homes. For instance, tiled floors that will transition to hardwood will delineate the kitchen from the living area.
   
   
2. Lived-In but Luxurious Sanctuary
   Experts say that after the chaos and tumult that society experienced in 2019, more people will embrace the idea of their homes as a sanctuary. There will be a move towards a calm, minimalistic style that feels lived in, luxurious but comfortable.
   
   Many homeowners also want a connection with nature so there will be many outdoor elements appearing in interiors, like organic shapes, recycled fabrics, natural wood, or terra-cotta accessories.
   
   
3. Rehabilitated Spaces
   2020 will also see more aged buildings rehabilitated or retrofitted to give them a new lease on life. Adaptive re-using of historical buildings can provide additional value and interest to a town. It’s also a great way to make old buildings useful again. For example, an old factory can be converted into apartments or an old church into a museum or restaurant. Rehabilitating older buildings is also cheaper than demolishing them and building a new structure.
   
   
4. Better Smart Home Technology
   Smart home technology will become more mainstream in 2020, with some experts claiming that it could even influence home sales. Technology that focuses on biophilia and water is expected to become more common.
   
   Biophilia refers to people’s innate desire to connect with nature. Technology that will incorporate circadian lighting, boost indoor air quality, or create representations of nature is expected to appear. More companies will also be focusing on water-centric tech, such as smart showers or pipes that detect leaks and automatically shut off.

Design trends will be changing over the next few years as sustainability and smart technology become prevalent. But the need for insurance will always remain a key consideration among homeowners.

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