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The Hottest Home Renovations Trends in Ontario for 2025

Are you planning to renovate your home any time soon? Or are buying a new home that needs renovation?

If so, new trends need to be taken into consideration. With the construction industry in Ontario rebounding last year and growth likely continuing into 2025, a strong demand for renovation is predicted.

Indeed, while things have been slow for a few years, it appears homeowners are gearing up to get started on their home renovation projects finally. With interest rates easing and the economy in a strong position, Ontario homeowners are eyeing up all manner of projects from basement finishing to exterior upgrades like roofing and eavestroughs.

Here are some top home renovation trends in Ontario in 2025:

Red-Hot Renovation Trends in Ontario

Energy Efficiency Upgrades

If there’s one thing homeowners love, it’s energy-efficient solutions. The cost of living, especially energy prices, has spiraled out of control in recent years. So, it’s hardly surprising that Canadians are keen to invest for long-term savings. Plus, the global push for sustainability and reduction in carbon footprints adds another attractive selling point.

Energy-efficient windows and doors coupled with improved insulation are all popular choices to keep the home warmer for less during the winter. While solar panels are helping to reduce monthly electricity bills and simultaneously improving the long term values of homes.

Buyers, too, are keen on energy-efficient properties in the current housing market. So, these upgrades can become a profitable investment very quickly as bills are reduced; some studies suggest as much as 30% annually. If energy saving is at the top of your list, then make sure to choose a reputable home renovator for high-quality work that will stand your investment in good order for decades to come.

Kitchen Remodelling

Kitchens are no longer just a place to prepare the evening meal. They are modern living spaces for entertaining, relaxing, and family memories. It is the reason more and more people are investing heavily in kitchen renovation.

Sleek modern aesthetics are proving popular with homeowners, particularly minimalist designs with high-end finishes. With this, the integration of smart appliances continues to gain strength as voice assistants, smartphone controls, and automation all bring kitchen designs leaping forward.

Kitchen Remodelling

Many kitchen renovation projects are also seeing open floor plans which merge kitchens and living spaces. This brings together the concept of a large modern living space in the heart of the home. Sustainability is on the minds of consumers in the kitchen too, with recycled or natural countertops and energy-efficient appliances being incorporated in projects. Smart kitchen design is another industry slated for strong growth over the next decade, with an expected compound annual growth rate of 18% between 2024 and 2030.

Bathroom Improvements

Let’s not forget about a little extra luxury in the bathroom, either. This is an area of the home that benefits from either simple upgrades or complete remodeling. Homeowners are transforming bathrooms into spa-like retreats with rainforest showers and heated floors. Double sinks, ensuite bathrooms, high-end fittings, and minimalist designs all make the list of growing Ontario renovation trends.

Water efficiency is another area people are keen to address to close the tap on utility bills further. This is delivering an uptick in interest in the installation of low-flow toilets and faucets to conserve water usage.

There’s no doubt that homes with modern, sleek bathrooms are a major selling point for potential buyers, helping homes sell faster and for increased value. In fact, some reports suggest a bathroom remodel can fetch a return on investment of 70%. It’s improved living quality and is financially viable.

Outdoor Spaces

So what about outside the house? Are people investing in their outdoor living as much as indoor? The answer is yes. Since the pandemic, the world has assessed their living areas at home, particularly in the backyard. Homeowners are keen to enhance outdoor spaces to expand their homes to be more enjoyable during all seasons – not just in the warmest summer months.

Extended decking and patio areas add more spaces for family relaxation and entertaining friends on weekends and evenings. Fire pits, in particular, are popular to add alongside pergolas and outdoor kitchens. All weather furniture and sheltered sections make outdoor space usable for more months of the year.

Basement Finishing

Property prices continue to soar and interest rates continue to make it tough for people to upsize. So, homeowners are keenly looking inwards. Maximizing the space they already have.

Basements are often abandoned spaces. But done right, they add significant value and practicality to your home. Finishing a basement transforms the underbelly of your house into a family room, home office, gym, or even an Airbnb rental. It’s not just more living space. It can be a real income generator (or a place to hide the in-laws away during the holidays.)

Basement Finishing

And did you know that converted basements can lift home values by as much as 15%-20%? Making it yet another strong investment for your property. Buyers adore the extra space, particularly with the swell of remote and home working. It provides the badly needed room for a home office without encroaching on the day-to-day spaces like bedrooms and living rooms.

Curb Appeal Upgrades

First impressions matter, right? Any homeowner considering a renovation is going to be house-proud. You can bet that as soon as the remodeling is complete, they’ll be excited to show it off to friends and family – not just how it looks on the inside.

A facelift can do wonders for the whole vibe and feel of a property. Fresh paint, new cladding, or roof replacements quickly switch things from drab to delightful. Plus, professional landscaping is also on the rise, with walkways, lighting, and plant design all making their way into Canada’s front and back yards.

When it comes to home value, that first impression could be the real ticket to selling a home. Buyers are looking for a place to call home. The property that makes their heart jump. And you want that to happen as soon as they pull up curbside. Even what seems like a small investment or upgrade to a property exterior can have an impressive impact on a house’s market value.

Final Thoughts

2025 is set to be a welcome change for the construction industry in Ontario. Homeowners are finally in a position again to start reinventing their homes. The industry is primed for growth over the coming years.

Energy efficiency will likely take center stage. It might not be sexy, but it’s a smart move. Solar panels, improved insulation, window upgrades – they’ll all help people keep a lid on energy bills all year round. Kitchens and bathrooms are always high on the list for remodeling. They’re the core of people’s homes and can have the biggest impact on valuations, particularly when modern and sleek design is incorporated.

Basements, outdoor spaces, and reroofing can often drop to the bottom of the list when it comes to renovation. However, shifting attitudes to spending more time at home builds excitement to open up more living space. That means more basement conversions, plus adding decking and patio areas to the backyard.

This article originally appeared on D’Angelo Roofing and was syndicated by MediaFeed.