The Ins & Outs of Contemporary Home Design
The Ins & Outs of Contemporary Home Design Why contemporary house plans are rising in popularity Contemporary or Modern? Interest in contemporary home design is on the rise: While both styles focus on simplicity and clean lines, they originated at different times: Modern: 1920s - 1970s 1920 1970 Present 10% 23% 2011 2012 Contemporary: 1970s - present (percentage of architects reporting an increase) What Makes a Contemporary Home? Non-traditional Rooms Heart of the Home Contemporary house plans focus on livability, Many contemporary home designs emphasize the kitchen as the center with unique spaces designed to meet homeowners' needs. of the home. What's on the Outside? Most popular special-function rooms: Top requested kitchen features: Homeowners are increasingly requesting: O Home office 47% Computer work/recharging area 7% 22% 5% 2% O Mud room 43% Integration with family space 7% O Outdoor living space 41% Front/side porch O Media/home theater 36% Recycling station 22% 23% Contemporary style O Au pair/in-law suite 35% 35% Adaptability/universal design O Interior greenhouse 18% Simpler detailing 31% Pantry space Other 17% Single-story homes Percentage of architects reporting an increase Natural, eco-friendly (often local) building materials Clerestory windows and extensive use of natural light Located above eye level, clerestory windows: • Add natural light • Allow for passive ventilation · Add solar heat gain Clean lines and geometric shapes South-facing roof planes for solar systems Deep, overhanging roof with simplified construction - often flat or shed Efficient HVAC and plumbing systems Open floor plan in L, T, H or U shape to embrace outdoor space Strong indoor-outdoor connection Flexible layout to adapt to changing needs 18% DINING 64% 51% 55% GREAT RM 18% of architects say homebuyers increasingly prefer simpler exterior detailing 51% of architects say 55% of architects report 64% of architects report blended indoor-outdoor spaces as an important feature homeowners want more open floor plans are rising in popularity flexible, informal spaces SOURCES: American Institute of Architects H Houseplans.co Copyright © Alan Mascord Design Associates http://www.houseplans.co
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