It is trends time again. Time to look at what’s in and what’s out for interior design. Hold on. What about exterior design? You know, the front and back yards. The elevation. The front door. Things that make an impression.
Where do you start when it comes to designing outdoor spaces for your Sunterra home? Here are a few of the latest trends for 2024:
Pick Your Paint
When it comes to exterior paint, high contrast is out, and earth tones are in. Earthy browns, grey blues and creamy whites offer a classic, timeless look that calls to mind nature, comfort and warmth. Brighter colors will be reserved for front doors and shutters. Also out? Painted brick as homeowners go for a more natural look.
Mixed Materials
Mixing different materials such as wood, metal, stone and glass can create visual interest and texture in exterior design. A combination of different materials can add depth and character to the elevation of your home.
Sustainable Landscaping
Sustainability is a growing concern in outdoor spaces. Sustainable landscaping practices, such as drought-tolerant plants, rain gardens and permeable paving, may become more common as homeowners look to reduce water usage and minimize environmental impact.
Personalized Outdoor Living Spaces
Integrating indoor and outdoor areas will become more prevalent with people installing accordion patio doors that can be folded back to meld family rooms with patios. When shopping design centers, homebuyers will be paying special attention to summer kitchens, outdoor fireplaces and fire pits.
Smart Outdoors
Similar to indoor smart home trends, outdoor spaces may see increased integration of technology. This could include outdoor speakers, smart lighting systems and automated irrigation systems controlled via smartphone apps.
Easier to Maintain Features
Busy homeowners don’t have time for a lot of upkeep. Many will opt out of lush lawns in favor of landscaping that requires less mowing. Smaller pools will replace larger ones with plunge pools being high on the list of must-haves.
Edible Gardens
Gardening is on the rise. Prognosticators think homeowners will be planting more fruiting plants, as well as raised vegetable beds and container gardens.
Resilient Design
As extreme weather events become more frequent, resilient design principles are gaining importance in outdoor spaces. This might involve using materials and plants that can withstand harsh weather conditions, as well as designing drainage systems to prevent flooding and erosion.
Check Out Our Outdoors
While you are checking out our model homes, check out Sunterra’s planned outdoor spaces, including our crystal clear lagoon, resort-style pool, lazy river, event and fitness lawns and trails.
