The architectural trends for this year share the commitment to sustainable architecture and development. It is observed in fact that the society itself, in general, evolves towards the support of the environment and the architectural tendencies change according to this aspect.
Increasingly, we are witnessing the use of recyclable materials, self-sustaining buildings as well as various installations that respect the local environment and the planet as a whole. In the following list, we have compiled trends that have been highlighted in this context, and which will mark the architectural styles of the future.
Rehabilitate, renovate, remodel
The principle of obtaining the best results by minimizing the amount of necessary work is a major trend for 2020. The rehabilitation of old and historic buildings to offer them new uses is a process that we got used with, for several years now, and which will continue. Equally visible is the trend of renovating houses to adapt them to new social demands and make them able to provide greater comfort. All these actions are being associated with lower economic costs compared to building houses from scratch.
Less noise, more light
Noise is extremely disturbing and unfortunately, we are exposed to it almost constantly, even inside our own home (the noise made by home appliances, the noise coming from outdoors etc.). Therefore, more and more architectural projects are being made considering this aspect, using materials that minimize indoor noise pollution.
At the same time, modern architectural technologies allow buildings to take advantage of the natural light they get during the day. There are also trends that successfully integrate artificial lighting in the most natural way.
Industrial style in the architecture of residential constructions
The industrial style is defined by asymmetrical forms, in residential buildings and also in other urban infrastructures. The absence of surface elements and simple lines are characteristics of this style. Regarding the materials, the industrial style is characterized by the use of combinations of iron, wood, aluminum and recycled plastic, in ways that contributes to reducing the construction costs.
Home automation and smart homes
Home automation and smart homes represent an upward trend for both new and restored buildings. Real estate agents listing homes for sale in Erie CO affirm that automated systems are increasingly used to control the temperature, light and even the home security system.
An intelligent building offers improved comfort and reduces costs associated with maintenance. “Domotic architecture” reflects the social awareness for the necessity of reducing consumption and protecting the environment.
Open and multipurpose spaces
An increasingly popular trend is to integrate more areas of the house and create more transparent and versatile environments. This solution “opens” the interior, and enlarges the space enclosed by the dividing walls, thus offering very practical spaces for the whole family.
Another strategy used to gain space and light is the use of building materials that serve as a connection (transition) between rooms. The most common combination is the integration of the living room and the kitchen, but some alternatives are also popular (e.g., the living room with the bedroom). The folding and retractable furniture available on the market can be used to create partitions, where they are needed.
