"State of play: "Wellness features" are now being mentioned 33% more often in Zillow listings compared to a year ago, per the real estate site's 2026 Home Trends Report. Meanwhile, "traditional" and Art Deco styles are back - part of a bigger retro revival, according to Houzz, a design and remodeling site. Think: Curves, arches and scalloped edges throughout the home, detailed woodwork, and earth tones reminiscent of the English countryside and modern Tudors."
"Sustainability is also in demand. Mentions jumped on Zillow for certain energy-efficient homes (+70%), whole-home batteries (+40%) and EV charging (+25%), suggesting buyers want "eco-conscious living options that save them money and reduce their environmental impact," per the report. What we're watching: Buyer favorites like home offices, fully fenced yards and walk-out basements remain hot, according to Realtor.com's analysis of this year's top home trends."
Wellness features are mentioned 33% more often in Zillow listings compared to a year ago. Traditional and Art Deco styles are experiencing a revival, with curves, arches, scalloped edges, detailed woodwork, and earth tones evoking English countryside and modern Tudor aesthetics. Interiors are also embracing opulent marble and mirrored surfaces, metallic accents, and jewel-toned palettes inspired by the 1920s and 1930s. Leading paint brands are selecting palettes that mix '70s sunbaked hues with calming blues and greens. Demand for sustainability is rising, with notable increases in mentions for energy-efficient homes, whole-home batteries, and EV charging. Home offices, fully fenced yards, and walk-out basements remain popular.
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