Top 5 Home Design Trends for 2014 - Part 1

Each year, the housing industry is showered by new trends in terms of design and styling. The year 2014 is no different with predictions coming from various experts and professionals. But how varied will this year be? It all depends in the trends that will surface one after another. Here are the top 5 home design trends to watch and follow this year.

Use of neutral base colors
Neutral base colors will be at the forefront of many home improvement endeavors. The ease of matching them with other colors, prints, and patterns make them fantastic options. For instance, sofa sets with neutral base colors will complement throw pillows with prints and patterns. Mixing and matching neutral colors with accents are also best options if you want to achieve varied styling looks in your room without spending too much.

Is your home composed of neutral colors?

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Where Is The Real Estate Market Headed in 2014?

On a national level, I hear that we will see moderate appreciation for the next 5-7 years, a prognostication that people in my profession prefer.  We don't like big gyrations up or down!  It scares buyers and sellers.  I prefer calm and consistent.  As for Albuquerque, hopefully we'll see the same.  but we can't rely on government to help us improve, and I don't see that changing anytime soon.  Let's hope and work for getting some high paying sector jobs here!

Question to the Reader: What is your outlook on the housing market and the economy as a whole for 2014?

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