![]() A desire for larger homes, one of the staples of American suburban expansion in the post-World War II decades, remains a potent market force, according to a new survey. Looking at the most recent consumer trends, the American Institute of Architects says that “homeowner interest in larger homes, which grew in 2021 for the first time in five years, continued to increase over the last 12 months.” The findings revealed in the AIA’s Home Design Trends Survey also indicate a growing interest in accessibility and “aging in place” designs, as well as outdoor living spaces, which include such amenities as outdoor firepits. In a statement, Kermit Baker, chief economist with the AIA, noted a post-pandemic mood among homeowners, remarking that the “fervor in demand created by homeowners wishing to have the ability to isolate at home has lessened a bit.” The Home Design Trends Survey, conducted on a quarterly basis by the AIA, reflects the most recent views of more than 300 architectural firms with a residential sector focus in their practices. According to the survey, 28% of respondents said client interest in larger homes was on the upside thus far this year; up from 19% during the covid year of 2020. Although those seeking a larger square footage in the entry level/affordable homes category was down by 12%, the real growth was in the custom/luxury/upper end home category, which so far this year has seen a 38% increase. Exactly 74% of the firms said they were seeing a demand for outdoor living space, which includes blended indoor/outdoor spaces such as kitchens that open to the outdoors, as well as glass walls. By Garry Boulard
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