"Buy land, they're not making it anymore." —Mark Twain
Before You Dig In: What to Know Before Buying Land in Butte County
Before buying land in Paradise, Butte County, or the surrounding Ridge communities, you should evaluate zoning and setback requirements, slope and grading conditions, septic and water access, fire zone designation/Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) requirements), and utility availability.
Unlike many contractors who leave this work to the homeowner, we handle site reconnaissance and permitting as part of our home building service—coordinating with the building department, fire department, and utility authorities on your behalf, and submitting and paying for permits with no markup. With over 50 years of local experience, we’re here to help you answer the question: “Can I build on this land?”
Buying land in Butte County or Paradise involves more than finding a beautiful parcel. Here’s a quick overview of the key factors to evaluate before signing anything.
| Factor | What to Check | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Slope & grade | How steep is the land? | Affects foundation type, grading costs, drainage |
| Septic/sewer | Soil test, city sewer connection | Required for habitation; can be expensive to fix |
| WUI fire zone | CAL FIRE designation | Triggers special building codes and materials |
| Utilities | PG&E access, water, gas/propane | Determines infrastructure costs |
| Setbacks & easements | Survey, county records | Limits where the home can be placed on the parcel |
| Road access | Existing easements or road dedication | Required for permits and emergency services |
| Regulatory approvals | County, state, fire authority | Varies by location; Trilogy coordinates all approvals on your behalf |
Thinking about taking Mr. Twain’s advice? Been wondering, “What kind of land can I build on?” If you’re considering buying a little piece of heaven on the Ridge or in Butte County, make sure you check out Trilogy’s helpful parcel checklist first.
Some acreage comes with expensive or unexpected challenges. Before you sign the deed to a new property, it’s important to do your homework in advance. As a Trilogy client, you won’t be navigating this alone, but knowing the landscape helps you ask the right questions from day one:
| Checklist Item | What to Look For | 🚩 Red Flag |
|---|---|---|
| 📍 Site Conditions | ||
| Property survey | Review a recent survey to confirm exact boundaries and acreage | No recent survey on file |
| Slope and grade | How steep is the incline? Will grading or fill be needed? | Slope over 15% adds significant cost |
| Brush and clearing | How much vegetation will need to be removed before building can begin? | Heavy overgrowth with no clear access path |
| Home orientation and setbacks | Will the home fit with required setbacks, easements, septic/sewer, and well placement? What sun exposure will it get? | Setbacks leave no viable building envelope |
| 💧 Water and Septic | ||
| Septic feasibility and soil test | Is a perc test required? What kind of septic system will the soil support? | Failed perc test with no engineered alternative |
| City sewer and water connections | If building in the city, what sewer and power connections are required, and who pays? | No existing connection point within a reasonable distance |
| ⚡ Utilities | ||
| Power access (PG&E) | Will PG&E and the water authority have easy site access to install power and water? | Utility lines require costly extension to reach the site |
| Gas or propane availability | Can you get natural gas or propane delivered to the location? | No gas service and propane delivery is not feasible |
| 🔥 Fire Safety | ||
| WUI fire zone designation | Is the property in a Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) zone? This triggers special building codes for windows, siding, and landscaping. | High-severity WUI zone with no budget for required fire hardening |
| 📋 Access and Regulatory Approvals | ||
| Road access | Does the property have legal road access? Are easements in place for emergency vehicles? | No recorded road easement or legal access to a public road |
| Regulatory approvals | Which authorities must approve the project? Butte County, CAL FIRE, a special district? | Multiple overlapping jurisdictions with conflicting requirements |
While it’s not impossible to build on sloped land, it requires a lot of planning. If the property is on an incline, you’ll need to either “grade” it or even it out with fill. Or you may need to build the house on stilts instead of a traditional foundation.
If the house will be located at the base of an incline, be sure to investigate issues with potential water run-off, flooding, and mudslides.
| Challenge | Description | Typical Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Steep grade | Slope >15% significantly increases build costs | Cut-and-fill grading or raised foundation |
| Water run-off | Drainage from uphill can cause erosion or flooding | French drains, retention walls, grading plan |
| Foundation type | Traditional slab may not be viable | Pier-and-beam or hillside foundation |
| Septic placement | Slope affects drain field viability | Engineered septic system may be required |
Wildfires are a reality of life in Butte County. Many future residents wonder, “What kind of land can I build on and still stay safe?” The answer lies in being prepared, no matter where you live. You can do a self-assessment from CAL FIRE to see what your residence needs to withstand wildfires.
To make your future home more fire-resistant, include items like in-house sprinklers, non-combustible siding, metal flashing, and firewise landscaping in the design of your future home.
There’s a lot of land in Paradise and the surrounding areas bordering Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) zones. If you’re unfamiliar with the concept, WUI zones are where wildlands like parks or forests meet human development, like a town. In the event of a wildfire, fire can spread quickly to homes, so residences in these areas require special windows, home hardening, and other fire-resistant safety precautions.
| Feature | Purpose | Required in WUI? |
|---|---|---|
| In-house sprinklers | Active fire suppression | Often required |
| Non-combustible siding | Prevents exterior ignition | Yes, per building code |
| Metal flashing | Seals gaps from embers | Strongly recommended |
| Fire-resistant windows | Prevents radiant heat ignition | Yes in WUI zones |
| Firewise landscaping | Creates defensible space around the structure | Required (CAL FIRE) |
| Vented eave protection | Blocks ember intrusion | Required in most WUI areas |
For over 50 years, Trilogy has been a good neighbor to our neighbors in Paradise. We’re proud to have helped so many members of our community find their way home. After five decades of experience in the industry, we’re eager to share what we’ve learned with the next generation of homeowners. Contact us today to see how we can help you!
Before buying land, review or obtain a current property survey and investigate slope, drainage, and septic feasibility. Confirm utility access for power, water, and gas. Check whether the land falls in a WUI fire zone, verify setbacks and easements, and find out which regulatory agencies must approve your build. Trilogy’s parcel checklist covers all of these in detail.
A Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) zone is where developed areas meet undeveloped wildlands. Much of Paradise and Butte County falls within or near WUI zones. Building in these areas triggers additional California building codes, including fire-resistant windows, non-combustible siding, ember-resistant vents, and firewise landscaping. Trilogy builds regularly in WUI zones and knows these requirements well.
Yes, but it takes careful planning. Sloped parcels may require grading, engineered foundations, retaining walls, and specialized septic systems. Costs increase with slope severity. A local builder like Trilogy can assess the parcel early and help you understand the true cost before you commit.
If you plan to install a septic system, a soil percolation test (perc test) is typically required. This determines whether the soil can absorb wastewater at an acceptable rate. Without a passing perc test, the land may not be buildable for a standard septic system.
Building in Paradise involves Butte County planning and building departments, CAL FIRE for WUI compliance, and the State of California’s Title 24 energy and building codes. Post-Camp Fire reconstruction added additional layers of review. Trilogy has deep familiarity with local regulatory requirements and can help guide the approval process.
As part of our standard service, Trilogy conducts what we call Initial Reconnaissance: identifying potential roadblocks, handling site preparation, including survey and septic, and meeting directly with the building department, fire department, and utility authorities to get key questions answered before you’ve invested too much in the process.
Once you approve your True Quote, Trilogy submits your architectural plans to the building department, sanitation department, and any other applicable regulatory authorities—so you never have to field confusing calls or navigate permit paperwork yourself.
Ready to find your parcel? Already have a lot you might want to build on? Contact Trilogy Construction at calltrilogy.com, and let’s walk the land together.
Primary Bedroom Design—Quick Take
Designing your primary bedroom—the main, largest bedroom in a home, formerly called the master bedroom—involves decisions about layout, storage, lighting, style, flooring, and more. This guide from Trilogy Construction walks through 10 essential questions to ask yourself before you begin, whether you're building a custom home or renovating an existing space.
Your primary bedroom is more than just a place to sleep: it's your personal sanctuary, your end-of-day exhale, and the first thing you see every morning (no pressure!). Whether you're building a brand-new custom or Palisades semi-custom home or finally giving your current bedroom the glow-up it deserves, getting the design right from the start makes all the difference. Trilogy's here to help kick-start your primary bedroom design ideas with 10 essential questions to ask yourself before you begin.
| 📝 A note on the name: You may notice we use "primary bedroom" rather than "master bedroom." The real estate and design industries have widely adopted "primary bedroom" as a more inclusive, respectful term. It means exactly the same thing: the main bedroom in a home, typically the largest and most feature-rich. |
Short on time? Here's a quick-reference summary of the 10 questions to consider when designing a primary bedroom.
| Design Question | Quick Answer |
|---|---|
| Best bedroom layout? | Headboard on the longest wall, nightstands on each side, clear traffic flow |
| How will I use this room? | Define uses first: Sleeping only? WFH? Reading? Working out? Design around them |
| What challenges to solve? | Name what's not working now—storage, lighting, flow, etc.—and design to fix it |
| How much storage do I need? | Walk-in closets, built-ins, armoires, or a trunk at the foot of the bed—there are many ways to store |
| What furniture fits my lifestyle? | Sleep-only zone or double-duty office? Let your lifestyle lead the furniture plan |
| What colors work best? | Start with calming soft hues; choose paint last, after furniture and rugs |
| What lighting do I need? | Layer ambient, task, and accent lighting; add blackout shades for sleeping |
| What's my design style? | Identify your style early—it guides every decision from fixtures to flooring |
| Am I aging in place? | Design for accessibility now: wider doorways, easy-reach storage, step-in closets |
| What flooring is best? | Hardwood or LVP for durability; carpet or area rug for warmth underfoot |
Begin with bed placement. Experts recommend putting the headboard against the longest wall, making sure it doesn't sit under a window or below a low-hanging beam. Then add a nightstand or two on either side, and voilà—instant sleep-set-up success. Think about the overall flow, too. Do you need clear pathways for your morning dash to the bathroom? Or do you prefer a more layered, lounge-like arrangement with furniture clusters to create a room-within-a-room feel?
Is it a zen-like retreat where the biggest decision is which candle to light? Or does it need to pull double duty as a home office, workout zone, or quiet reading nook away from the household chaos? If every weekday morning is an IRONMAN-style race against the clock, design for it! Place closets and dressers close to the en suite. Keep a nightstand or sideboard near the door so you can grab essentials like your keys, phone, and almost-forgotten coffee on the way out.
Think about what's not working in your current space.
Do you need more storage? Better lighting? A more relaxing environment? Identifying these challenges early helps guide your design decisions and keeps your new space aligned with your needs.
If you're short on storage, your bedroom can start feeling more like a loading dock than a luxury retreat. Consider everything this room needs to hold: clothes, shoes, extra linens, luggage, and more. Walk-in closets are a fan favorite, but built-in wall storage, a handsome armoire, or a trunk at the foot of the bed can do some serious heavy lifting—and look great doing it.
Picking the right primary bedroom furniture depends on how you live. While some prefer it to be a sleep-only zone, others need the bedroom to pull double duty as an office or quiet workspace.
And again, if you're short on storage, consider a trunk at the foot of the bed, an armoire, or built-in wall storage. The goal is to make the room work for you, not the other way around.
Our number one answer will always be: the colors you love! Your room, your style. But if you need a starting point for primary bedroom color ideas, reach for calming shades like beachy blue, sweet sage, butter yellow, and other soft hues to promote relaxation. Feeling adventurous? Try a trending ombre effect, or go bold with a rich wallpaper print on a single accent wall.
And remember: pick paint last! Select furniture, rugs, and accessories first. It's far easier to match paint to a sofa than to find the perfect sofa to match a paint chip. See Trilogy's full paint guide for more tips.
Lighting can make or break a bedroom's mood. Think in three layers:
If you love natural light, consider how to enhance or filter it—and don't forget blackout shades for sleeping in. See our full guide on choosing the right home lighting.
Do you love waking up in a sleek modern retreat? Or does a warm, cozy farmhouse vibe feel more like home? Maybe you're a romantic tuscan at heart, or coastal style really floats your boat. Pinning down your design style early guides every decision that follows, from furniture silhouettes to hardware finishes to window treatments. And if you're torn between chasing trends and building for timelessness, ask yourself: how often do I actually want to redecorate?
If you're planning to spend your golden years in this bedroom, think ahead now so you don't have to remodel later. Features like wider doorways, a step-in closet design, and easy-reach storage can be woven seamlessly into your primary bedroom design from the start. It's also a great time to think about the adjoining bathroom. See our other tips on how to age in place.
Hardwood and luxury vinyl plank are consistently popular—warm, beautiful, and easy to clean. But if you love the feel of something soft underfoot when you roll out of bed, wall-to-wall carpet or a large area rug over hard flooring is the cozy answer. A few things to consider:
Our flooring guide covers it all in detail.
If your primary bedroom includes an en suite bathroom, treat the two spaces as a design partnership, not an afterthought. Consistent flooring, complementary finishes, and a cohesive color palette between the bedroom and bathroom make the whole suite feel intentional and elevated. Check out our guide to bathroom design questions for inspiration!
With over 50 years of experience, our family-run business is a trusted industry expert in building custom and semi-custom homes—and we love nothing more than helping our clients design spaces that truly feel like home. If you're ready to start building yours, contact us today!
Got questions? We've got answers. Here are the most common questions homeowners ask when designing a primary bedroom.
| What is a primary bedroom? The primary bedroom is the main bedroom in a home—typically the largest, with the most amenities like an en suite bathroom, ample closet space, and sometimes a sitting area or larger window seat. |
| Why is it called a "primary bedroom" instead of a "master bedroom"? The real estate and interior design industries adopted "primary bedroom" as a more inclusive and neutral term. It carries the same meaning—the main, usually largest bedroom in the home—without outdated connotations. |
| What's the best layout for a primary bedroom? Place the headboard against the longest wall, avoiding positioning it under windows or below low beams. Flank the bed with nightstands, ensure clear pathways for traffic flow, and consider a small sitting area if square footage allows. |
| What are the best paint colors for a primary bedroom? Calming shades like soft blue, sage green, and butter yellow are perennial favorites for promoting relaxation. That said, the best color is always the one you love. Pro tip: choose paint last after you've selected furniture and rugs—so you can match colors accurately. |
| What furniture should go in a primary bedroom? Start with the essentials: bed, nightstands, and a dresser. Add a desk if you work from the room, extra storage like a trunk or armoire if needed, and a reading chair or loveseat if space allows. |
| How do I make my primary bedroom feel like a luxury suite? Focus on layered lighting, cohesive design style, a dedicated relaxation area (reading nook, window seat, or sitting area), quality bedding, and intentional storage. When the bedroom and en suite bathroom feel like a unified design, the suite feeling really comes together. |
This is one of the most common questions we hear—and we’re always happy to answer it as best we can. But for most custom home builds, it’s not a simple figure. Cost per square foot varies significantly based on conditioned square footage, terrain, location, selections, and material choices.
Cost per square foot is a helpful starting point, but it’s not a complete way to understand the cost of a home. That’s because it doesn’t account for factors like site conditions, layout, amenities, or finishes. Depending on those details, two homes with the same square footage can end up with very different budgets.
Below, we’re answering some common questions about cost per square foot—and sharing suggestions for understanding the costs for your home. 👇🏼
A: Price per square foot is based on the conditioned square footage of the house. When you hear about a 1,500-square-foot home, that number typically refers to the heated and cooled living space.
If you add a two-car garage, the home is still considered 1,500 square feet, but you’ve added costs for concrete, framing, drywall, electrical, roofing, and more. Those additions increase the overall project cost, which can raise the price per square foot—even though the living space hasn’t changed.
A: Absolutely.
The terrain of the property matters. If a lot slopes significantly (as it often does in Butte County), it can affect the foundation and the cost to build it. Septic systems, wells, and other site-specific requirements also factor into the overall cost.
These details don’t show up in a simple square-foot calculation, but they have a real impact on the final number.
A: Custom amenities and upgrades increase cost per square foot because they require premium materials, specialized labor, and additional construction time.
Some homeowners want a covered back patio for barbecuing and relaxing. Others prioritize features like custom cabinetry, high-end kitchen finishes, a built-in pantry, or a marble shower. Each of these selections can vary widely in price.
A: Trilogy uses our True Quote process to provide firm, detailed pricing based on current material costs, labor rates, and your specific project requirements.
Material and labor costs have increased over the years—not just on the Ridge but across California and the entire country. When people ask us about the cost per square foot, we want to be honest with them from the start.
Our True Quote process gives you a firm number you can count on with a level of detail not all contractors provide. When the job is complete, you can look back and feel good about the fairness and transparency throughout the entire process.
A: “Can you build the home I want within this budget?”
Sharing your full budget and your wishlist upfront allows your builder to guide you toward realistic options and help prevent surprises down the road. If staying within budget matters to you, make sure your contractor has a plan to manage costs from start to finish.
A: The most important factor is choosing a contractor you trust for a long-term partnership. They should also have proven relationships with subcontractors and communication styles that match your preferences
Building a home is a relationship, and it doesn’t end the day you move in. Especially early on, you may have questions or need guidance. Choose a licensed contractor who communicates clearly throughout the entire process and treats your project with care.
A: Start with: “Are you licensed?” That’s rule number 1.
Then, move onto: “What’s your relationship like with your subcontractors and vendors?” A good contractor works with stable, reliable partners they trust—not just whoever is available.
Then ask: “How do you communicate?” Communication keeps the entire project moving and on-track, so it’s important your preferences align. Some people prefer phone calls, others prefer email or in-person job-site visits. Knowing their style upfront allows you to make an informed decision and helps everything run more smoothly.
A: Discuss realistic scheduling with your builder upfront, as construction loan interest rates are typically higher than traditional mortgages, and delays increase costs.
Talk about scheduling early in the process. It’s important to understand how the build timeline affects your financing.
Because it doesn’t tell the full story. Cost per square foot doesn’t account for site conditions, garages, porches, finishes, or amenities, which can make the number misleading.
No. Builders calculate it differently, and what’s included can vary widely. That’s why comparing builders by this number alone can be confusing.
Yes. Layout, lot conditions, materials, and selections can all affect cost, even when square footage is the same.
Clear upfront planning, detailed pricing, and consistent communication help reduce surprises throughout the build.
Unusual home styles like barndominiums, shomes, shouses, cabiminiums, and hangar homes combine residential living with nontraditional structures. These designs appeal to homeowners looking for flexibility, efficiency, or a lifestyle tied to work, land, or hobbies like aviation. Below, we explain what each style is, who it’s best for, and key features to consider when building.
A barndominium is a residential home inspired by barn-style architecture, often featuring open floor plans, high ceilings, and exposed structural elements.
The barndominium first appeared in the late ‘80s when intrepid homeowners began converting barns into homes. And before you could say, “Hay, barns are for horses!” it suddenly became popular to retrofit these humble animal abodes with upgrades fit for humans. The exposed timber walls and ceiling beams became hallmarks of this style. And not even the limited availability of real barns has deterred some enthusiasts, who build their own “barndos” from scratch.
Key features: Barn doors, high ceilings, exposed wood beams
Best for: Families who want a rural-forward lifestyle—or just like the look!
A cabiminium is a cabin-style home designed with a condominium-style ownership structure, where homeowners own their unit but share land or amenities. And with barndominiums gaining popularity, it didn’t take long for these hybrid living spaces to follow.
These modest cabins offer the charm of a rustic retreat without the responsibility of maintaining the surrounding property. Owners often share common areas and amenities with neighboring cabiminium residents.
Key features: Log construction, stone fireplaces, earthy materials
Best for: Couples and families who want a woodsy lifestyle without property maintenance
A shome is a small residential structure that combines a shed-style building with a fully livable home interior. Shed + Home = Shome. Get it?
So what makes a shome different from, well, a shed? While a shed might be fit only to house your lawn mower and ‘80s memorabilia you can’t bear to part with, a shome is kitted out with creature comforts. And due to their tiny footprint, shomes are definitely part of the tiny home trend.
Key features: Cozy layouts, small-scale amenities, indoor-outdoor living
Best for: Singles and couples who don’t mind a mini and modest living space
A shouse is a combined shop and home, designed to support both living and working in one structure.
Using similar naming logic as the shome combo, a shouse blends residential space with a dedicated workshop or production area. This setup has become popular with entrepreneurs who want to live where they work. While it may seem like a novel concept, this concept goes back centuries to blacksmiths and other tradesmen who had their shop attached to their houses.
Key features: Dedicated work space, industrial or metal finishes
Best for: Entrepreneurs who want the convenience of a live-work residence
Courtesy of Builder Magazine
A hangar home is a residence designed within or alongside an aircraft hangar, allowing homeowners to live and store airplanes in the same structure.
As part of the broader trend of converting unconventional buildings into homes, hangar houses offer a unique solution for aviation enthusiasts. Some are full hangar-to-home conversions, while others add living quarters to the aircraft storage to support a fly-in lifestyle.
Key features: The ability to park one’s airplane in their home, expansive open space
Best for: Those who adore aviation and/or want to live with their airplane
With over five decades of experience building homes in Northern California, Trilogy has seen housing styles evolve and trends come and go. Our team helps homeowners explore creative design ideas while staying grounded in craftsmanship, local knowledge, and long-term livability.
At the end of the day, home is what you want it to be, and we’ll always build you the home you love. It’s why generations of homeowners have trusted Trilogy. We’re here to help you build a place where you can truly make yourself at home. If you’re ready to explore your options for a new home build, contact us today!
What is the difference between a barndominium and a shome?
A barndominium is typically larger and inspired by barn construction, while a shome combines a shed-style structure with residential living and is often smaller in scale.
Are unusual home styles allowed in residential areas?
Zoning, building codes, and local regulations vary. It’s important to work with a licensed contractor (like Trilogy!) who understands local requirements before choosing a nontraditional home style.
Can unusual home styles be customized like traditional homes?
Yes. Many nontraditional home styles can be customized with modern layouts, finishes, and amenities while maintaining their unique structure.
The challenge: You’d love something more unique than a pre-built home, but don’t want to spend the time, energy, and money on building a custom home.
The solution: A semi-custom Palisades Homes build—the perfect happy medium!
Why? You get to choose from four Palisades Homes floor plans and four different styles to give your house a custom feel. Check out the options below!
Looking for a family home with breathing room? The Sequoia offers a split plan with the master bedroom on one side and two bedrooms on the other, so the living room provides a buffer between them. This ingenious design gives ample space between parents with an early bedtime and kids who want to stay up til 1 a.m., recording videos for the latest TikTok trends.
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Perfect for:
Crave closeness? The Ponderosa is perfect for households who prefer to keep their nearest and dearest together, bedroom-wise. With three bedrooms and two bathrooms clustered on one side of the house, it leaves the other side for the living room, dining room, kitchen, and generous laundry room. There’s a bonus space off the entry, the perfect spot for a little library, “conversation nook,” or homework corner.
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Want a three-bedroom house on a smaller scale? The Wisteria has a master bedroom with an ensuite bath and two extra bedrooms sized just right for an office, guest room, or craft room for scrapbooking projects galore. A bonus bathroom is ready for visiting family and friends, along with the covered patio where everyone can sit for a spell and enjoy the California sunshine.
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Small households, rejoice! The Sycamore model is just right for folks looking for the perfect two-bedroom, two-bathroom home. Since the master bedroom has an ensuite bathroom and the second bedroom has its own too, this floorplan is ideal for empty-nesters with visiting kids, or a pair of homeowners who want a suite ready for out-of-town guests fleeing south for the winter. And as a bonus, this semi-custom cutie has a covered porch and a patio, increasing the outdoor square footage for entertaining.
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Perfect for:
Found your fave floorplan? Now it’s time to choose your house style.
Palisades Homes gives clients the best of both worlds, with the ability to choose a floorplan and style to create a house that feels like you. It’s a custom experience without the hefty price tag! If you’re ready to take a look at Palisades Homes floor plans and styles, contact us at Trilogy today. We can build on your property, or one of ours!
Maybe you’ve heard “the early bird gets the worm,” but Trilogy’s early birds get advance info on home construction trends for 2026! These top picks will be way juicier than ground grubs—promise. We’re serving up everything from fresh paint hues to design, decor, and more!
Read on for our 2026 trend predictions.
Top prediction: Earth-inspired hues for the win! Natural paint tones rule in 2026. Weathered clay, sky blue, muddy green, and muted rose bring a soothing palette inspired by the outdoors.
Close second: Metallics are close behind. Designers are going for the gold (literally!) using this shade, along with oiled bronze and other rich hues.
Top prediction: Sustainable luxury is in next year, and mass-produced items are out. Home design trends in 2026 lean toward one-off, locally made (or traceable), high-quality pieces.
Close Second: Natural textures are a natural tie-in for runner-up. Designers are ditching sleek, plastic looks in favor of organic materials with great hand-feel and a rustic vibe.
Top Prediction: What’s old is new again, especially when it comes to kitchen design trends in 2026, showcasing one of our faves: farmhouse style. Casual, traditional, and with lasting appeal, it’s no wonder this design trend is back and blended with modern ones.
Close second: Custom pantries are one of the fun and functional home trends for 2026 we can all get behind. Creating a dedicated walk-in room to store snacks like our giant tub of peanut butter pretzel bites? Yes, please!
Top Prediction: Modern means the future is now for home construction trends in 2026. The most popular style of house is modern home design, where functional beauty is key.
Close second: Biophilic homes are designed with nature in mind, focusing on outdoor views and indoor areas for gardens, plants, and more. Think floor-to-ceiling or picture windows to showcase the beauty outside.
For over 50 years, we’ve been helping homeowners design the house of their dreams. How? At Trilogy, we believe it’s your home, your style. While looking at home construction trends for 2026 is fun, at the end of the day, your design should fit your lifestyle. We’ll help you find it! Are you ready? Contact us today to get started.
