Incorporating Patio Doors into Your Modern Update for the New Year

If you are planning a modern update for your home in the New Year, it’s fun to explore interior design trends as well as crunch the numbers for your budget. New patio doors and windows are key design elements in any home remodel since most natural light comes through windows and patio doors. Whether you paint your patio doors in keeping with on-trends colors for the New Year or prefer a more natural wood grain look, there are many designs options and materials to choose.

According to a recent article by Lushome, popular interior design trends for the New Year include traditional, contemporary, retro and classic. The goal of a remodel is to create an interesting living space that has some personality, while also being practical. When incorporating patio doors into your update, think about your layout, access to outdoor living spaces and the intended design style for your Michigan home.

• Dealing with a tight space
  If you have a tight space, carefully consider French or swinging patio doors that need more room to open. Plan out where your new or existing furniture will go. The experts at Renewal by Andersen of West Michigan can help you figure out what kind of patio doors would work best for your space needs.
  
  
• Being elder-friendly
  Some patio doors are more elder-friendly than others. Widening doorways as part of a home remodel can prove beneficial as members of the household age. Privacy is another important consideration when remodeling. Internal blinds and grills can control light and add privacy. Decorative tempered glass can give you an incredible look while also ensuring privacy.
  
  
• Having an eco-friendly home
  It’s easier than ever to go green in your home. Using organic materials, natural woods and energy-saving products are ways to remodel your home while also conserving the environment. You will save money on your utility bills with Low-E glass.

Remodeling your home can be an exciting time. Having brand new windows and patio doors alone can make a home look fresh and new. All of the cracks, dust and imperfections of weathered and outdated windows and patio doors are more easily noticed next to new flooring, freshly-painted walls and new window treatments.

At Renewal By Andersen Michigan, we offer a variety of options for replacement patio doors including contemporary or traditional designs and energy-efficient patio doors with sliding and hinged frames. For more information, please contact us.