Top 9 Remodeling Predictions for 2009

In Chicago Tribune's latest home remodeling article, "Nine home renovation projects that make sense for 2009", a recent survey of Chicago remodeling professionals reveals some of the home improvement trends to look for in 2009. The largest trend of the year: Small projects will dominate the remodeling scene, while big additions will scale back.

1) Siding replacement and window replacement
2) Energy efficiency and all things green
3) Deck additions
4) Cosmetics
5) The pizazz factor
6) Kitchen remodel
7) Bathroom remodel
8) Teaching old rooms new tricks
9) Electric radiant heat

Official HomeSavvi Blog is up!

Welcome to HomeSavvi’s Official blog! Our goal is to help homeowners find everything they need to remodel their homes- from start to finish. We hope to provide the latest in home remodeling, events, tips and trends online.

I came across a great set of “Green Home Guides” on Seattle’s Department of Planning and Development website. The guides contain incredibly useful information about eco-friendly countertops, flooring, and even tile options. The guide highlights the costs, benefits and drawbacks of different materials, with green in mind. If you’re interested in doing a green remodeling project, I’d highly recommend checking the guides out!

Green Kitchen Guide
Green Bath & Laundry Guide

-Stacy Chan

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