The doors were open and six incredible homes were ready to inspire at this year’s HOMEARAMA®. Inviting outdoor rooms, expansive laundry rooms, warm accents, beamed ceilings and lively wallpaper were just a few of the show standouts. In case you missed it—or if you just want to jog your memory—here are some highlights of building trends and design ideas on display.
The Bedford by Drees Homes
Interior design: DJN Design Service, Inc., and Drees Homes
STICKING WITH CARAMEL
There were fewer sightings of the grays and greiges that have been so popular in recent years. Replacing them were off-white walls with warm wood floors. Many accessories, side tables, chairs, window treatments and throw pillows touted a variation on a theme of warm caramel.
Chateau Margaux by Robert Lucke Group
Interior design: ID Cincinnati Furniture & Interior Design
Design coordination: Robert Lucke Group
The Valiant by Chris Gorman
Interior design: Interiors821, LLC
The Old Irvington by deStefano Homes and Remodeling
Interior design: Andrea Davis Design
A FRESH LOOK
Greens—from soft sages and rich olives to earthy mosses and deep forests—were definitely part of the “it” family of accent colors. In some cases, the walls, trim and woodwork were covered in this shade. In other spaces, this verdant color was used on an accent wall or as an insert in an entry ceiling to make pendant lights pop.
Chateau Margaux by Robert Lucke Group
Interior design: ID Cincinnati Furniture & Interior Design
Design coordination: Robert Lucke Group
The Old Irvington by deStefano Homes and Remodeling
Interior design: Andrea Davis Design
The Old Irvington by deStefano Homes and Remodeling
Interior design: Andrea Davis Design
GLITTER LIKE GOLD
Brushed nickel, bronze and chrome were on the downlow at this year’s show. Taking stage front and center were faucets, handles, light fixtures, end tables, chair frames, mirrors and other accessories in brushed gold and soft brass. And while this hue added a layer of elegance, the overall look was incredibly warm and inviting.
The Valiant by Chris Gorman
Interior design: Interiors821, LLC
The Belmont Estate by Andrew Arthur Custom Homes
Interior design: Cincinnati Design Studio
STILL GREAT OUTDOORS
Open-air living spaces began to boom several years ago, but their popularity is still stronger than ever. Walls of windows make them feel connected to adjacent indoor living areas. Fireplaces, televisions and comfy furniture invite guests throughout the seasons. And tall ceilings manage to cover and protect while adding to an airy feel.
Pickwick Place by Wieland Builders
Interior design: Interiors821, LLC
Selection coordination: Wieland Builders
The Belmont Estate by Andrew Arthur Custom Homes
Interior design: Cincinnati Design Studio
SHOWING SUPPORT
Ceilings rose to new heights in all the show homes—whether it was in a cathedral, trayed, or two-story form. But the biggest eye catcher, was the preponderance of beams used in the homes. Instead of trusses hidden above drywall, wooden supports stood out in X, Y or soldier formations.
Pickwick Place by Wieland Builders
Interior design: Interiors821, LLC
Selection coordination: Wieland Builders
The Old Irvington by deStefano Homes and Remodeling
Interior design: Andrea Davis Design
POWER PLAY
It’s hard to beat black when it comes to making a striking statement with paint or tile. A dark accent wall sets the stage as a bed’s backdrop. A matte tub, a floor-to-ceiling tiled shower and window treatments work together to create a dramatic primary bath. And black works beautifully with light oak kitchen cabinetry.
The Valiant by Chris Gorman
Interior design: Interiors821, LLC
Chateau Margaux by Robert Lucke Group
Interior design: ID Cincinnati Furniture & Interior Design
Design coordination: Robert Lucke Group
TALKING WITH TILE
Primary baths were sumptuous spa-like retreats again this year. While oversized freestanding tubs were definitely inviting, it was the tile treatment that made the spaces special. Soft marbles, warm veins of beige, or a blend of blacks and geometrics all ran from floor-to-ceiling to make a lasting impression.
The Bedford by Drees Homes
Interior design: DJN Design Service, Inc., and Drees Homes
The Belmont Estate byAndrew Arthur Custom Homes
Interior design: Cincinnati Design Studio
PAPER PACKS A PUNCH
Boldly patterned wallpaper added an inviting backdrop to pantries, primary bedrooms and powder rooms. The general consensus with the designs of these rooms seemed to be go bold or go home.
Pickwick Place by Wieland Builders
Interior design: Interiors821, LLC
Selection coordination: Wieland Builders
The Bedford by Drees Homes
Interior design: DJN Design Service, Inc., and Drees Homes
For a full list of suppliers for the 2024 HOMEARAMA® homes, check out the 2024 HOMEARAMA® Show Guide.
BY KAREN BRADNER | Photos by Greg Grupenhof
Article originally appeared in November 2024