
Hardwoods, tile or stained cement? Flooring trends for 2021 seem to reflect the fact that everyone is spending a lot more time at home. Homes are seeing a lot more wear and tear than normal. Homeowners are making their spaces more personal and also more multi-functional.
- Patterned tile floors are not just for bathrooms, and the pattern is not just ON the tile, it’s in how the tiles are laid out, making a bold impactful statement by adding unique detail
- And to take patterned tile floors one step further, tiles are not just square anymore – they come in many surprising shapes and add interest to a room in an unexpected place: the floor
- Terracotta tile is a particularly popular kind of tile that adds warmth and old-world charm to a home and comes in a multitude of colors and patterns so there’s no end to the design possibilities
- Darker wood floors are making a comeback after years of light wood, which gives a home a more rustic feel, not to mention is more forgiving between cleanings
- Patterning your floor boards – called Floor Framing – adding architectural detail and geometric flourish
- Engineered hardwood is a modern floor-tech marvel that comes in many finishes and can hold up to the heaviest foot traffic
- Polished concrete has become the go-to flooring for all the new home offices
These 2021 flooring trends reflect what homeowners want this year: simplicity, durability and personality.