For a long time, renovation culture has been loud. Fast decisions. Fast builds. Faster trends. Pinterest boards filled overnight. Kitchens designed to impress, not to last. As we move into 2026, I’m seeing a quiet shift, and honestly, it’s overdue. Homeowners are slowing down. Asking better questions. Wanting spaces that work hard, feel calm, and last beyond the initial reveal. 2026 is shaping up to be the year of slow, considered design . Not slow as in inefficient. Slow as

If 2026 is your year to renovate, build new, or finally tackle that kitchen/bathroom/interior project, there’s one thing I want you to do before you get lost in Pinterest boards and product research: Start with clarity. Most projects don’t go sideways because of a lack of inspiration. They go sideways because the starting point  is unclear, and that leads to decision fatigue, scope creep, and redesigns that chew up both time and budget. Here are four simple steps to help you