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Bright spot. Skylights and the natural light they supply will be one of the top selling points for homes in 2020.
Wanted: Resilient Homes with a View

Tougher, more-unique and well-lit homes will be what potential buyers ask for in 2020.

OPING WITH CLIMATE EXTREMES, getting cre- use of mixed metal color, styles and mixed mediums is trending.
ative, and achieving better, longer-lasting perfor - That includes metal roo‡ng accents, and mixing and matching from
mance that adds more return on investment (ROI) among a huge range of shades available for metal.
for home improvements are top of mind for U.S. SAVED BY ZERO. Net zero homes will continue to be all the rage.
and Canadian homeowners in 2020, according to Their ability to produce energy savings isn’t the only thing driving
C the Metal Roo‡ng Alliance (MRA). The Alliance has the demand; net zero homes are also typically designed to be more
identi‡ed ‡ve key trends in North American housing construc- protected and durable, the association notes.
tion for the new year: HI
FI CONTRAST. According to the latest MRA homeowner survey,
SHOW OF STRENGTH. Toughening up a home’s exterior to prepare metal is the second-most popular roo‡ng choice, thanks to its style
for climate extremes is a very trending style for 2020. Instead of and design. Homeowners are highlighting those roofs with colors
delicate detailing, heartier exterior features that oŽer a “fortress-like” that call attention, rather than camou–age them.
feel and show oŽ a home’s rugged resiliency will be more popular SKY LIGHT ’S THE LIMIT. Natural light is a major selling point for
than ever, MRA reports. today’s homes. Skylights will help further that trend, thanks to their
MIX AND MATCH. For a one-of-a-kind custom feel, homeowners ability to capture up to 30 percent more light than standard windows,
are looking to their roofs as a canvas for creativity, MRA notes. The and helping to keep rooms from feeling dark or cramped. GB

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