While designers and architects are often the ones talking about home design trends, Hamptons real estate agents have a unique perspective on what renovations and design elements are hot right now. They see what developers are building, what sellers are remodeling, and, most of all, what buyers get excited about.
In the highly-anticipated Hamptons Design Guide 2024, five Hamptons agents share their take on what’s trending. Read their thoughts below and order the Design Guide to get all kinds of tips and insight from Hamptons tastemakers.
“Some trends have changed from when everyone wanted a completely open layout and communal living. COVID has changed that. Now people want more private rooms, which would include a separate place to work.” – Jack Pearson, Compass
“I think very modern and very traditional are sort of merged together for a Hamptons house: Open spaces, living areas to entertain, really cool backyards, and places people can bring friends and family together.” – Jennifer Wilson, Saunders & Associates
“Color! Gone are the days of white walls and a few blue accents. Houses are now dedicated to truly living, integrated technology into spaces that make us feel good about ourselves, the planet and being together. Incorporating wellness into our homes has also become ultra-important. Cold plunge, sauna, thoughtful outdoor spaces, even vitamin-C infused showers are now being requested for savvy homebuyers. Multi-generational spaces are another huge consideration for people buying today.” – All Graham, The Agency
“Various architectural styles prevail in the Hamptons today. Village life tends to favor a cozy, warm, beach-inspired design. Large shingle-style homes, reminiscent of timeless architecture, add a touch of grandeur with scaled accents. Considering new flood elevations in coastal areas, ultra-modern designs maximize square footage while adhering to pyramid laws and height restrictions. These modern structures often incorporate diverse textures such as cement, stucco, metal, and warm woods. The prevailing color palettes are neutrals, marking a departure from the gray tones popularized a decade ago.” – Jane Babcook, Christie’s International Real Estate
“People are still looking for waterfront properties. With increased car traffic, quiet properties are in demand.” – Tal Alexander, The Official
