The Fall Artisan Home Tour has once again brought forth a stunning array of luxury homes that set the stage for high-end design trends, combining elegance with innovation. From seamless indoor-outdoor connections to statement architectural features, this year’s tour showcases how carefully chosen materials and thoughtful design elevate everyday living spaces to remarkable levels. Here, we highlight some of the standout trends from this season’s tour, capturing the insights of our esteemed sponsors who continue to inspire with their exceptional products and perspectives.
Modern Window Shapes
One of the most captivating trends from this year’s Artisan Home Tour is the use of large, specialty-shaped window walls. “Homeowners and designers are increasingly drawn to specialty shapes like trapezoids because they break away from traditional rectangular window designs, offering a modern perspective,” notes Aliki Vrohidis of Andersen Windows + Doors. These bold window styles not only maximize natural light but also create visually compelling focal points that enhance the home’s overall aesthetic. Aligning with sloped rooflines, these trapezoidal glass installations transform spaces into bright, inviting environments that blend functionality with style.
Quartz Backsplashes
Quartz has long been a popular countertop material choice due to its elegance, durability, and low maintenance. Cambria quartz designs are a mainstay in luxury kitchens and bathrooms. But the appeal of quartz doesn’t end at the countertop. The remarkable versatility and sophistication of quartz has propelled it into the realm of vertical applications, further transforming spaces with timeless beauty and resilience.
Easy-to-clean quartz delivers higher function as a backsplash material with no grout lines that attract grime and need to be regularly sealed. “A stylish backsplash is a décor element that deserves as much attention during the design process as your cabinets and countertops,” says Angela Johnson from Cambria. Whether extending the countertop up the wall or offering a complementary design, a quartz backsplash creates a unified, upscale look that exudes sophistication while enhancing durability.
The Indoor-Outdoor Connection
Luxury homeowners are showing a heightened interest in designs that seamlessly blend indoor and outdoor spaces. By incorporating sliding doors and expansive glass surfaces, the homes on this year’s tour achieve a fluid connection with the surrounding landscape. “There’s an emphasis on large windows, almost a maximum amount of glass, that take advantage of natural light, views, and fresh air opportunities,” shares Kara Walser of Marvin. This approach not only enhances the exterior appeal but also promotes a lifestyle that embraces nature, allowing homeowners to enjoy the best of both worlds with an elevated, harmonious aesthetic.
Show-Stopping Staircases
Staircases are having their own moment. With large, stacked windows surrounding the staircase, stair towers invite abundant natural light to pour in, creating a feeling of openness and enhancing interior flow. “Stair towers are becoming increasingly popular because they maximize the vertical space of a home and serve as an architectural focal point,” explains Vrohidis. This trend not only brings grandeur and functionality to multi-level spaces but also offers panoramic views from different vantage points, making stair towers a statement piece that impresses both guests and passersby.
Textured and Patterned Surfaces
Beyond color and material, texture and pattern are making a pronounced statement in luxury interiors this season, especially in unexpected areas like the kitchen. This year’s Artisan homes took full advantage of Cambria’s varied quartz patterns, using them to create captivating visual effects that add depth and dimension to spaces. “Whether through a bold marbled effect or subtle veining, these patterns elevate quartz from a functional surface to an artistic focal point, showcasing the power of texture in crafting a refined, distinctive ambiance,” says Johnson.
The Fall Artisan Home Tour has showcased an impressive array of design trends that blend luxury with innovation, redefining home aesthetics with each architectural and material choice. From expansive window walls to functional yet striking kitchen features, these elements collectively capture the essence of modern luxury. Thanks to the insights and products shared by our event sponsors, these homes stand as benchmarks for inspired, elevated living, setting a new standard for what’s possible in high-end home design.