Page 2 - BGD&C Winter Insights December 2021 - Janet Interview

2022 New Year, New Trends

A new year is upon us, but the news is old: We’re still not back to “normal” since the onset of the pandemic,
and people are continuing to think about their homes in a whole new way. That is, they’re spending a lot more
time there, and wanting their homes to perform a lot of functions.

“If they’re not buying new, they’re upgrading,” says Janet Owen, a sales associate with Berkshire Hathaway
HomeServices Chicago. “They want a wonderful environment to be in, for remote learning, working from
home, working out from home, entertaining. They need space for everyone to do what they need to do.”

Credits for Urban Classic Home
Architecture, Design & Construction by BGD&C Custom Homes
Chicago Custom Home Builder: BGD&C Custom Homes
Interior Design: Studio Gild
Photography: Mike Schwartz

Here are some of the trends Owen sees for 2022:

Adding on
People are looking for more space. Owen says she’s seeing a lot of local homeowners looking to buy the lot
next door so as to extend their indoor and outdoor space. They’re also adding floors to the tops of homes, as
well as adding decks and side gardens.

Exercise rooms
A dedicated spot in the basement or spare room for a Peloton, weights, yoga, pilates or treadmill.

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