As the depressed economic state of the U.S. continues, home trends shift from large residential subdivisions towards small scale infill development projects. The 2011 American Institute of Architects (AIA) third quarter Home Design Trends Survey reflects the current desires of today’s buyer towards affordability, access to public transportation, commercial opportunities and job centers.
The survey reveals consumers are favoring simple home styles made of durable building materials, such as fiber-cement, stone, tile and natural earth plasters. This trend supports the growing interest towards low-maintenance and affordable housing.
