Home technology has advanced so quickly in recent years that it can sometimes feel like we are living in an episode of The Jetsons. We may not be parking our flying cars out front or sending each other hologram messages, but today’s smart home upgrades can give even Rosie the robot maid a run for her money. In our blog this month, we’re breaking down all of the top advances in home technology. We’ll look at what smart home features can help increase convenience, lower your electricity bill, and (of course) add to the value of your home.

Over the past couple of years, trends in interior design have undergone significant changes as people have spent significantly more time at home. We’re seeing an overall shift to embrace warm, comfortable, and most importantly, functional spaces that make us truly enjoy our time spent in the home. It comes as no surprise then that we’re prioritizing design elements that feel welcoming, a departure from past trends that tended toward the modern, minimalist, and sleek. Below we’ve broken down some of the top trends that we anticipate will be all the rage in 2022 and what we’re leaving behind in 2021.