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THE BIG PICTURE
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KRISSY MILLNER OF TERRA FIRMA HOME
ast issue, I spoke about current design trends in relation to fur- MORE WINDOWS
nishings and accessories. For this issue, we will talk about new Larger windows help flood natural light into your home. The windows
Lhome and remodeling trends. today are energy efficient, making indoor temperatures easier to regu-
late. Another plus of choosing larger windows is the view. Smaller,
If you haven’t updated your home in a while, you are in for a treat. paned windows can make you feel boxed in and unable to enjoy the
Technologies have greatly improved, and there are far more durable Oregon landscape. Larger windows and glass doors help bring the out-
and great looking options than ever before. Some of these trends have side in.
been building the last few years, and others are quite new. Here is a
rundown of how we can live these days. SMART HOME INNOVATIONS
The appliances for your home keep getting smarter all the time. Your
OPEN FLOOR PLANS refrigerator can alert you when you run out of milk, your coffeemaker
This trend has been emerging for years and is well suited to the might be built into your cabinets and have your first cup brewed by the
Southern Oregon way of life. Having common spaces for eating, cook- time you wake up. You can program your lighting and heating systems
ing, and gathering is more informal, flexible, and cozy. Sometimes as from your phone. And of course, there’s Alexa—not sure how I feel
designers, we flip the living and dining spaces so it becomes an even about that one!
more open and cohesive living space. Open plans bring in more light,
something which also brightens the mood.
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