If home trends had a runway, high performance would be stealing the show in 2025. At Sonbuilt, we’re always watching what’s making waves in the world of healthy, energy efficient homes – and what’s starting to look a little … dated.
So let’s do a vibe check. Here’s what HOT and what’s definitely NOT in the world of better building.
HOT: Triple Glazed Windows
NOT: Feeling a draft while standing inside your home.
Sonbuilt Says: We install high-performance windows in every home we build. They’re like noise cancelling headphones for your walls – and your energy bill will thank you.
HOT: HRV’s (Heat Recovery Ventilator)
NOT: Cracking a window and calling it “ventilation”
Sonbuilt Says: Clean air matters. We install HRV’s in all our homes because breathing easy shouldn’t be a luxury – it should be standard.
HOT: Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF)
NOT: Basement walls that feel like a cold, damp cave.
Sonbuilt Says: Building with ICF guarantees an ultra-insulated, durable, resistant to mold home. And it’s our go-to for a home that lasts and performs like a pro.
HOT: Whisper Quiet Heat Pumps
NOT: Furnaces that sound like a jet engine taking off
Sonbuilt Says: Today’s heat pumps are next-level quiet. We often have clients ask if they are even on. That’s the dream.
HOT: Net-Zero Ready Homes
NOT: Homes that barely meet building code
Sonbuilt Says: Our goal? To build a home so efficient, it practically pays you back in comfort, health, and energy savings—day after day, year after year.
Whether you’re dreaming of your forever home or just love learning about building better, we hope this list sparked some inspiration. Which of these HOT trends would you love to have in your home? Contact us today!