BACKYARD BLISS, INDOOR RENOVATIONS +
PERSONALIZED HOME TRENDS
Discover the latest in home transformation with style! Dive into expert insights on creating the perfect outdoor backyard oasis, explore the newest trends in indoor interior renovations, and learn how to infuse your personal style into every corner of your home. Whether you’re planning a major remodel or looking for small updates, this brochure is packed with inspiration and practical tips to help you design the home of your dreams.
OUTDOOR FORECAST 2024: THE PROFESSIONAL’S GUIDE TO TODAY’S BACKYARDS
Design and Transform your Dream Outdoor Oasis
2024’s HOTTEST INTERIOR DESIGN TRENDS & TOP 7 HOME RENOVATIONS TO BOOST VALUE
Discover the Latest Styles and Transform your Home with Trendsetting Ideas
MAKE YOUR INTERIOR DESIGN REFLECT YOUR STYLE
Unleash your Creativity and Make Every Space Uniquely Yours
Outdoor 2024: The Professional’s Guide to Today’s Backyards
DESIGNERS REVEAL HOW TO MAXIMIZE INDOOR-OUTDOOR LIVING - IN ANY KIND OF WEATHER.
With the change of seasons in the air, many are eager to get outdoors. But we can’t blame it all on the weather, as from coast to coast, indoor-outdoor living has become one of homeowners’ greatest demands today. If you don’t live in a temperate climate, achieving at-home outdoor spaces that can be utilized year-round is certainly possible—with a healthy dose of creative, intentional design.
Architectural Digest PRO turned to top design experts for their tips on creating an outdoor living room that will unlock its fullest potential— transcending seasonal limitations and maximizing the health benefits of being close to nature, even when the weather might be less than ideal.
Blame it on the pandemic lockdown or the growing interest in mental and physical wellness, but the drive to connect to nature and create a more seamless relationship between homeowners’ indoor and outdoor spaces has never been stronger. “I think the demand for indoor-outdoor living in our homes stems from a desire for a healthier lifestyle, and the need for maximized living space by extending it outdoors,” reflects designer Annie Ritz of Los Angeles–based And And And Studio.
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CREATE CONNECTIONS HOWEVER POSSIBLE
Sometimes, though, a designer may need to read between the lines of what their client says they want. “Our perception is when clients use the term indoor-outdoor what they are really saying is ‘positive flow,’” insists David Godshall, principal and owner of AD100 landscape firm Terremoto. “Meaning, there’s a fluid and inviting connection between interior and exterior spaces, whether visually or in terms of human circulation.” Often, this connection begins with a view. This philosophy can be applied widely but may be particularly useful when designing terraces, balconies, or smaller green spaces where access is limited.
Unlike inside a home, not every outdoor space needs a specified function. “A garden is not architecture,” proclaims designer Roderick Wyllie of San Francisco–based Surfacedesign. “Garden spaces are not static and are much more intentionally flexible. The outdoor spaces we design are more about exploring.” In many cases, this translates to aspects of outdoor rooms that are meant to be seen and not touched. “If a fair amount of the garden can only be accessed visually and not physically, it can still be immersive,” continues Surfacedesign principal Michal Kapitulnik. The idea is to create a total composition and consider the outdoor room holistically, which often involves designing for a range of different experiences. Combining spaces for prospect and refuge, distant and intimate views, and different types of sensorial engagement keeps an outdoor area dynamic and inviting, no matter the activity.
No matter their size, outdoor spaces have a renewed importance in our lives at home. Nature is a proven salve to our mental and physical health, and homeowners have taken note—prompting designers to up the ante on the backyards, covered porches, gardens, terraces, and patios that can support this wellbeing.
4 PLAN FOR NATURAL DISASTER
Just as we may want to get closer to nature, we can’t ignore the fact that our environment is changing before our eyes. It’s important to acknowledge climate realities when planning outdoor spaces that will function well into the future.
5 EXPECT UNEXPECTED WEATHER
While the dream of outdoor living usually involves sunny skies and warm temperatures, the reality is these spaces need to function for more than just a few days a year. To design solutions for all weather possibilities, designer Kristina Khersonsky of Los Angeles–based Studio Keeta looks to architectural history.
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SOURCED FROM: Architectural Digest Pro. “Outdoor Forecast 2024: The Professional’s Guide to Today’s Backyards.”
Interior design trends and fashion trends don’t always intersect. Sometimes, they even contradict each other. Take the mid-2010s: while Alessandro Michele’s maximalist Gucci and Demna’s radically oversized silhouettes at Balenciaga flew off the shelves, the very rooms they hung in were swathed in calm earthy creams and browns. And while street style and athleisure made our closets more casual, classic farmhouse style and mid-century modern reigned supreme in our living spaces.
Yet, in 2024, the worlds of interior design and fashion are more intertwined than ever.
When Vogue asked 16 of the world’s best decorators what interior design trends they were seeing in the homes of their au courant clients, one off-the-runway term kept coming up: quiet luxury.
This is a forever tenet for our studio, but in the same way a “quiet luxury” wardrobe is assembled, within design, there will be a continued emphasis on classic, investment pieces that you can build a room around. Pieces that are timeless, in classic shapes and silhouettes that can have many lives and evolve through reupholstery.
— Jake Arnold
Tone-on-tone decor—there’s something so elevated and fun about layering a single hue within a space. There, texture, silhouette, and material can be emphasized.
Jeremiah Brent
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“All in ones,” which I refer to as rooms with all one textile pattern. The architecture may be simple or complex but this approach allows for the furniture to shine.
— Joy Moyler, Joy Moyler Interiors
Vintage lighting adds a much needed patina to living spaces. The right piece can really bring a room together and make it feel collected. I’ve been finding some amazing ’50s-era Italian and French floor lamps and pendants on 1stDibs lately.
— Heidi Caillier, Heidi Caillier Design
Tactile finishes that age gracefully will be preferred over slick and new, like handwoven textiles, complex stones, and expressive woods. The subtle sophistication of mixed materials in a room conveys a collected interior, which tends to be more compelling than what appears to have been designed.
— Alfredo Paredes
Brown is about to have the most major moment. Fashion has already embraced it, and now we will see it in interiors from lacquered walls to velvet drapery to heavy textured linen sofas.
— Martin Lawrence Bullard
Glass bricks are making a comeback—the ones used in the ’80s and ’90s usually for a shower or bathroom, though today they’re being used as an innovative material for floors, tables, and tiles.
— Brigette Romanek, Romanek Design Studio
Whether you’re preparing for a move or simply looking to update your home, remodeling can be a huge undertaking—so it’s important to know whether the reward will be worth the effort. Knowing which renovations will yield the highest return for your money is key, so that when it comes time to sell, you can demand a higher price. Ultimately, you’ll want to make the best home improvements to add value to your home. Before you decide on a remodel project, evaluate its cost versus its value, and decide if the renovation you want to do is a worthy investment of your time and money.
So what renovations offer the biggest impact on a home’s value? Six Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate experts weigh in on which projects are actually worth taking on. Here are the best home renovations for potentially raising the resale value of your home.
As your family grows, why shouldn’t your home? Consider building an addition to add major value to your home and increase square footage. Maximize your investment by selecting the perfect materials and details to enhance your home’s value and character.
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Your home’s heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) are the components that keep everything operating. These are some of the most critical items to maintain. In addition, REALTORS® estimate that homeowners can recover 85% of the cost of a HVAC replacement if they sell their home.
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Nothing beats the option of entertaining outdoors. An outdoor living space will make your home a relaxing destination for get-togethers and add major value. No matter your budget, there are plenty of ways to update your backyard, porch, or patio.
The kitchen is the hub of the home, so functionality is a top priority. Remodeling a kitchen can be exciting and satisfying, especially when it’s designed to meet your needs and desires. According to the National Association of the Remodeling Industry’s 2019 remodeling impact report, REALTORS® estimate that homeowners can recover up to 52% of the cost of a kitchen upgrade upon selling the home.
6 MAKE YOUR HOME MORE ACCESSIBLE
Home renovations should be made with universal design principles in mind. That means creating a space for people of all ages, sizes, and physical abilities. Take careful inventory early in the planning process of all intended users’ capabilities, preferences, and tastes.
An updated bathroom is a major selling point for any home. When renovating, incorporate sleek surfaces for a sparkling space that makes cleaning a cinch. According to the same report by the National Association of the Remodeling Industry, REALTORS® estimate that homeowners can recover up to 57% of the cost of a bathroom renovation if they sell their home.
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Lighting is one of the simplest renovations that will add value to your home. You’ll be amazed by how well placed pools of warm light can make your home inviting and user-friendly. Consider the design, as well as function, when choosing the right light fixtures for your rooms.
SOURCED FROM: Better Homes & Gardens. “These 7 Major Home Renovations Add Value.”
MAKE YOUR INTERIOR DESIGN REFLECT YOUR STYLE.
WANT YOUR HOME TO BE AN EXTENSION OF YOUR PERSONAL STYLE?
DESIGNERS SHARE TIPS ON HOW TO ENSURE YOUR INTERIORS FEEL LIKE YOU!
Creating a space that feels authentic to you and your own personal style can often feel like a challenge, particularly at a time when new design trends seem to be coming in fast and furious and you’re bombarded with so many images of different interiors on social media. As many designers will tell you, following trends doesn’t always lead to interiors with lasting presence and meaning, especially in a home. Instead, tapping into your own tastes and personal preferences can be the most effective way to create a design that lasts and feels good for you, year after year. Here, AD PRO Directory members offer their key tips for translating your own personal style into interiors that truly reflect who you are and what you like.
SOURCED FROM: Architectural Digest. “How to Make Your Interior Design Reflect Your Personal Style.”
Advice from designers and professionals is priceless, but it’s important to remember that your voice is just as valuable. A good designer will understand that you are the ultimate source of inspiration and will prioritize cocreation. Don’t be afraid to voice your preferences, even if you might not have the design-centric language to call out specific styles, shapes, or textures that you like. Any designer worth their salt will use the clues you give them to build a case for an interior you’ll love.
Once you’ve identified your personal style, it can be easy to fall into the trap of expressing it too literally. Decided you’re a New England–nautical type? It might seem a no-brainer, then, to incorporate wallpaper or accessories with recognizable symbols like lobsters, ships, or anchors or to pull in furniture with nautical stripes. However, really compelling designs are often more subtle. “It’s always best to hint at elements of inspiration so it doesn’t end up looking like a theme,” explains Jeff Andrews of Jeff Andrews Design. Finding more abstract and conceptual ways to express a style can lead to a more timeless and less kitschy design.
If you’re not ready for a total interior overhaul, designers recommend a few quick fixes that will help your space feel more personal. “Accessories and decorative lighting add so much personality to a space,” says Allison Burke of Allison Burke Interior Design. For Ghia, a good place to start is with collections. “Forget trends and start collecting!” she insists. “Anything you love will never be ‘out’ of your personal style.” Art, coffee-table books, throw pillows, and blankets are other options of quickly injecting a healthy dose of your personal style into a space.
Ultimately, creating a space that reflects your personality can do more than just satisfy your senses. “Your home is, without question, your sanctuary, and there truly is a mind, body, and space connection,” Burke insists. And don’t be afraid to acknowledge that what makes you feel good might change over time. “The truth is, as humans, we constantly change,” Jacobs explains. “The goal is to create a space that truly represents your personal story—one that is irreplaceable and timeless yet ever-evolving.”
The first step in creating a design that reflects your personal tastes is to identify what, precisely, those tastes are. Putting language to your aesthetic predilections and preferences, and becoming confident in knowing what you like and don’t like, is essential before you can express it outwardly to anyone else. Often, the first place to start is with a healthy dose of self-reflection. “Take a moment to describe yourself and your personality,” suggests interior designer and AD PRO Directory member Huma Sulaiman of Huma Sulaiman Design.
Sometimes, the best place to look for indications of your personal style is in the rear view mirror. “Think about past travel experiences and remind yourself of decoration or design elements in those places that caught your eye,” recommends designer Andrea Lavigne, another AD PRO Directory listee. Consider how places from your past have shaped you and what elements resonated with your taste. These can be interior design specific or more evocative aspects, like emotions, scents, sights, and experiences.
Since interior design is often seen as an extension of someone’s personality, it should reflect your values and interests in a way that helps anyone visiting your space get to know you a little better. “The right interiors make us happy and contribute greatly to a positive mindset,” insists Elizabeth Ghia of Elizabeth Ghia Interiors. Bringing in elements related to your personal passions and interests can make spaces feel truly yours and make you feel more like yourself.
Though it can be tempting to define your style based on what’s trendy, designers emphasize the importance of keeping it real. “If you are going to do something right, take the time to be mindful of what makes you feel good,” insists David Lucas of Lucas Interior. Flipping through magazines and design blogs can be a great place to look for inspiration, but to truly express your personal style you need to be honest about what you actually like versus what an “expert” might insist looks good.
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HARRY NORMAN, REALTORS®