The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) is a good resource for buyers, sellers and investors. You should their site every few months to learn about upcoming trends, the current industry and other news about building or remodeling homes.

The results of the latest study by the National Association of Home
Builders (NAHB) predicts what the typical U.S. home will look like
in the year 2015. Attendees at the  annual convention in Orlando, Florida took a stab at envisioning the home of the future.

HOME FEATURES IN 2015

• Size. The average size of U.S. homes has been consistently rising, but homes will remain between 2,300 and 2,500 square feet.
• Outdoor kitchens and second master suites will become more common along with 2.5 to 3.5 baths.
• CRS Magazine said homes will have 2.5 to 3 bathrooms, use more bold colors and have an average ceiling height of nine to 10 feet. Luxury homes will typically have 12-foot ceilings.
• Fiber networks and smart homes. The average 2015 home will have a fiber optic network, programmable and automated features, smart kitchens, remote management systems, high-tech security, etc..
• Home will be more green with energy-efficient appliances and programmable thermostats standard. There’s also a trend towards recessed lighting.

If you’re thinking about building or remodeling a home, you should take these guidelines into consideration. Although they’re technically just predictions, you have great insight into what experts envision.

Read more: Homes Of The Future - NAHB Takes A Guess.

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