The 2009 economic scare has seen many people shift their concentration and their savings away from the purchasing and selling of property and towards ways that will increase the value of their homes. The number of home renovations have recently increased with many people seeing this as the best way to increasing the value of their major asset. The tax advantages of doing this are also clear. So what are the major renovation trends of 2009?

It seems that one of biggest and most popular trends at the moment is the installation of an outdoor kitchen. Taking advantage of the outdoor area is a great way to give your home a new updated look without breaking the bank. It is also a great way to optimize your space and create an environment where you have the opportunity to spend more time in the outdoors with your nearest and dearest.

Outdoor living and outdoor kitchens have become real focal points in the home design sectors. They involve creating a space that is like a sanctuary away from the every day life. People are entertaining more and more at home as it is seen as more economical. With this brings the appeal of areas specially designed for entertainment, and most especially alfresco entertaining. The humble BBQ has grown up into an outdoor kitchen and is now a dominant home “appliance”.

Another trend in the outdoor living space is desire to create a seamless transition from the indoors to the outdoors, and vice versa. This trend further demonstrates the importance people are placing on the outdoors. The outdoor kitchen is not just a big BBQ, but a kitchen that is outside, an outdoor kitchen that includes a sink, a bench, a fridge, storage area and multiple heating elements, AND a big BBQ.