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as Green Flash, Lemon Zest, Nectarine and Rouge Red. Designers will start featuring vibrant accent walls throughout bedrooms and main living spaces. Cobalt blue is a particularly hot color in 2014.


Trend 9 - U-Socket: Trend 8 - Vibrant Colors:


While designers may disagree on what constitutes some trends in 2014, on one subject they all agree: Bright colors are most certainly in.


While the kitchen may be getting the modern single-shade treatment this year, designers have a different idea for other rooms. Bright accent colors such as turquoise, yellow and orange that were popular in 2013 have a new twist; this year, they’ll be more of a focal point and even more vibrant with colors such


Apple devices reign in most households, so the new U-Socket wall plug has two built-in USB ports to power devices including iPhones, gaming devices, digital cameras, Kindles and iPads. The U-Socket also has a smart sensor that allows it to shut off when the device is fully charged — an environmentally friendly feature that prevents “vampire drain."


Trend 10 - Self-Expression


Whether it’s bold use of color or ornamen- tation, homeowners won’t be afraid to express their personality. Jeweled colors, mixed metals, and unique finishes will be methods of self-expression in 2014.


Article by Allen Griffin, CGR, GMB, CAPS, CGP, founder and president of Gryphon Builders and Gryphon Property Services. A 20-year industry veteran, Allen was earned numerous accolades including 2009 Remodeler of Year, 2007 Certified Graduate Remodeler of the Year, and NAHB Remodeler of the Month in 2012. He is an EPA Accredited Instructor for the Certified Lead Renovator course. In 2009, Allen served as the president of the GHBA Remodelers Council (RMC).


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