What have been the trends in the home industry for 2015?

Think energy efficiencies, smart homes, micro-appliances, size, and customized.

The future of home design is looking more and more efficient, compact and customized. While we aren't quite ready to 3D-print dinner, innovation and invention are at the forefront of building industry trends. Here's what's happening on the front lines of home design today and what it means for your house tomorrow.
Number 2 - Smart homes for today's buyers
Remember this "Clap ON, Clap OFF"? Was that the start? Who would have thought elements of Smart homes are becoming more prevalent on every buyers list? Some of us don't want our refrigerator telling us what to buy, but for other this is a time saver. Everyone falls into a certain range of how smart they want their house to be. I love the thought of putting my mind to ease as to whether I closed the garage or not when I have already arrived at work. But what is being credited for this trends popularity are all of the benefits and efficiencies that can come from the new home automation products now on the market.

There are so many smart products on the market, or coming to the market soon. Thermostats that learns our patterns, then modifies the temperature accordingly on its own. Other products that integrated security systems as well as energy monitoring and even water leak detection. Other products incorporate safety, and life-saving alert systems. All of these systems can be controlled from your home, smart phone or tablet, allowing you to operate your home on or off site.
This is just the beginning as we become more concise and aware of our options and the differences we can make not only in our own pocket book but also on our planet.