2026 Remodeling Trends: Design-Build Features Homeowners Are Choosing Now

IN WESTLAKE VILLAGE & BEYOND

DESIGN-BUILD FEATURES

DEFINING 2026 HOMES

At JRP Design & Remodel, we believe every home should reflect how you live today and how you’ll live for years to come. From our current custom home projects in Westlake Village, Calabasas, and Newbury Park, our design team is seeing clear trends shaping the future of custom home design. These are the features clients are embracing now and the ones we expect to define 2026.

1

INDOOR-OUTDOOR LIVING

WITH ARCHITECTURAL DOOR

SYSTEMS

Open-concept living now extends well beyond the walls. Large-format bifold and pocket doors are transforming how our clients connect with their surroundings, expanding entertaining space, improving light flow, and making every view part of the design.

BIFOLD DOORS: Fold and stack to one side, creating a wide, open-air feel — perfect for great rooms and kitchens opening to decks or patios.

MULTI-SLIDE DOORS: Glide along parallel tracks and can stack or pocket into the wall for a sleek, contemporary look and uninterrupted views.

POCKET DOORS: Disappear entirely into the wall, offering the cleanest possible transition between indoor and outdoor spaces.

PIVOT DOORS: Rotate on a central hinge, making a bold architectural statement for entries or private courtyards.

 

Source Door Systems:

Custom Door Styles

Contemporary modern entrance hall with natural stone walls and wooden ceiling.

2

WARM NATURAL MATERIALS

WITH TEXTURE

MODERN ORGANIC: White oak cabinetry, warm limestone, limewash walls, and brushed bronze hardware.

CALIFORNIA COASTAL: Bleached oak, soft gray stone, white plaster, and matte black accents paired with woven textures.

SPANISH REVIVAL: Clay-toned plaster, white oak, travertine, and aged brass details.

REFINED MINIMALIST: Rift-cut oak, reclaimed wood beams, textured plaster, and iron fixtures.

 

Source Natural Materials:

Roman Clay Plaster

Architectural Furniture

Calacatta Barocco Marble Slab

Custom Metal Range Hood

3

LAYERED LIGHTING

PLANS

Our design team is prioritizing lighting as both form and function. It’s not just about visibility; it’s about creating atmosphere from the moment you walk in.

LIGHT YOUR SPACE 

Integrating hidden LED channels, warm ambient tones, and sculptural fixtures that double as art defines mood and flow.

A tiered chandelier can draw the eye upward to make ceilings feel taller, while linear pendants emphasize balance and width. We’re seeing increased use of skylights with automatic blinds, bringing natural light into the mix.

 

Source Unique Lighting Fixtures:

Rain Chandelier

Amber Glass Pendant

Lucette Chandelier

4

HIDDEN DETAILS &

SEAMLESS DESIGN

Luxury today is as much about what you don’t see as what you do. Our clients are embracing clean, uninterrupted surfaces. Hidden fixtures and discreet finishes are redefining the modern custom home, creating a seamless flow that feels elevated and effortless.

SMART INTEGRATIONS

-Flush vent covers

-Low-profile light switch systems and smart touch panels

-Minimalist door hardware and flush pocket door pulls

-Hidden hinges and soft-close cabinetry

-Integrated outlets in countertops and millwork

-Concealed linear lighting in shelves, mirrors, and stair risers

 

Source Smart Features:

Outlet Finishes

Flush Vent Systems

Skylight Solutions

Door Pulls

Linear Fireplace

Smart design integrations for custom home
Bright modern skylight for natural home lighting.
Modern ceiling light fixture installation in a home interior.

JRP'S DESIGN BUILD APPROACH

-Our in-house architects, interior designers, and production efficiently plan, design, and build your project with one single team from start to finish.

-Every material, appliance, and finish is thoughtfully sourced by our design team and presented in our Design Center for a seamless, confident, and inspiring design experience.

-Budgets are tied directly to your design from the start.

-Surprises are minimized, timelines are streamlined, and you have one accountable partner guiding the entire process.

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JRP Design & Remodel is your local Westlake Village team with the experience to get it right the first time. Let’s talk about your dream home—schedule a consultation today.

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