Planning a Spring Remodel? 2026 Home Design Trends to Know
Spring remodeling season has a way of sneaking up on you. One day you’re scraping ice off the windshield, and the next you’re noticing everything you want to change inside the house. At MHL Renovations, we help Springboro homeowners turn those “we should really fix that” moments into a clear, realistic plan. Now is the perfect time to look ahead at home remodeling trends 2026—and start mapping out updates that fit your home, your budget, and your timeline.
Make Your Home Feel Warmer with New Neutrals
Bright-white everything is starting to feel a little tired. Southern Living points to a shift toward warmer, more welcoming palettes for the coming year—richer neutrals and cozy, grounded tones that still feel crisp and current. Think warm browns, deeper accent colors, and layered textures that make a room feel lived-in (in the best way).
Upgrade Fast with Mixed Metals in Kitchens
You don’t have to gut your kitchen to make it feel updated. Good Housekeeping notes that mixed-metal hardware is poised to be “everywhere” in 2026—and that it’s an easy design detail to pull off. Swap a few knobs, pulls, or fixtures, and your kitchen instantly gains more personality and polish—especially when you treat hardware like the “jewelry” of the space.
Build A Bathroom That Feels Spa-Like and Future-Ready
In 2026, bathrooms will continue to move beyond “basic function.” Homeowners want spaces that feel calm, brighter, and easier to use every day—especially as families plan to stay in their homes longer.
Aging-in-place features (like curbless showers, wider doors, and shower benches) are increasingly seen as both practical and polished—not “clinical.”
If you’re planning a home renovation in Lebanon, Ohio, a spring bathroom remodel is a smart investment because it improves daily life right away.
Expect Clearer Schedules and Better Project Updates
Homeowners are asking for one thing more than ever: clear expectations. Houzz predicts a growing demand for transparency—especially regarding timelines, budgets, and regular project updates.
Even with costs on many materials still fluctuating, plenty of homeowners plan to keep renovating in 2026. The difference is they want a plan they can trust and a contractor who communicates clearly from day one.
Turn Your Backyard Into a True Outdoor Living Space
Patios and backyards are getting more intentional. Instead of one big open space, homeowners are creating “zones” for dining, relaxing, fire features, and play—like outdoor rooms that actually get used.
Ready to plan your spring remodel?
Don’t spend another season living with a space that doesn’t work. MHL Renovations makes kitchen, bathroom, or basement updates easier for homeowners in Springboro and throughout Southwest Ohio—so you feel confident from day one. Call (937) 848-1445 to ask questions, talk through ideas, or request a quote.
Parker, Mitchell. 2025. “2026 Home Design Predictions.” Houzz Pro (blog). Houzz Inc., November 20. https://pro.houzz.com/pro-learn/blog/sneak-peek-houzz-reveals-11-of-the-top-home-design-predictions-for-2026.
Smith, Dakota. 2025. “National Kitchen & Bath Association releases 2026 Bath Trends report.” Woodoworking Network (blog). CCI Media, LLC. November 24. https://www.woodworkingnetwork.com/design/national-kitchen-bath-association-releases-2026-bath-trends-report.