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What Miami Homeowners Are Remodeling in 2026

These are the trends we are seeing on the ground across Miami-Dade. Not magazine trends. Real projects.

1

Cabinet Painting Is the Number One Trend

More Miami homeowners are painting their kitchen cabinets than ever before. The cost savings are too good to ignore. Why spend $20,000 on new cabinets when $4,000 in professional painting gives you the same visual result? White cabinets are still the top request, but sage green and navy blue are growing fast. We are doing 3 to 4 cabinet painting jobs per week across Miami-Dade. It is the fastest, most affordable way to transform a kitchen.
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Walk-In Showers Are Replacing Bathtubs

The garden tub is dead. Almost every master bathroom remodel we do in 2026 involves removing the tub and building a walk-in shower with frameless glass. The tub takes up space nobody uses. A walk-in shower opens the bathroom, looks modern, and is easier to maintain. Frameless glass enclosures are the standard now. They cost more than framed options but the clean look is worth it. Curbless entries are gaining traction for accessibility and style.
3

Large Format Tile and Warm Neutrals

Small mosaic tiles are out. Large format tiles (12x24, 24x24, and even 24x48) are in. Fewer grout lines create a cleaner, more modern look. Warm neutrals are replacing the cool grays that dominated the last five years. Beige is back, but in a modern way. Warm white, sand, and taupe tones are everywhere. In bathrooms, matte finishes are more popular than glossy. In kitchens, we are seeing a lot of large format tile backsplashes that go from counter to ceiling for a dramatic, seamless look.

Frequently asked questions

What is the most popular kitchen upgrade in 2026?

Cabinet painting is the most popular kitchen upgrade we are seeing in 2026. It costs a fraction of new cabinets and gives homeowners a modern look fast. White cabinets remain the top choice, followed by sage green and warm gray. Paired with new hardware and a backsplash, cabinet painting transforms a kitchen for under $6,000. The demand has been growing steadily since 2024.

Are bathtubs going out of style?

In master bathrooms, yes. Walk-in showers have almost completely replaced garden tubs and tub-shower combos in the master bath. Buyers and homeowners prefer the open feel and modern look. However, keeping at least one bathtub in the home (usually in a secondary bathroom) is still recommended for resale value. Families with young children need a tub somewhere in the house.

What tile trends are popular in Miami for 2026?

Large format porcelain tiles are the dominant trend. The bigger the tile, the fewer grout lines, and the cleaner the look. Matte finishes are more popular than glossy in bathrooms. Warm tones (beige, sand, warm white) are replacing cool grays. In showers, accent walls with textured or patterned tile are popular. Zellige-style tiles are used as accents but not for full rooms. Natural stone looks are achieved with porcelain that mimics marble or travertine.

What colors are trending for home interiors in 2026?

Warm whites and soft neutrals dominate interior colors for 2026 in South Florida. The all-gray trend from 2018 to 2022 is fading. Warm white walls with sage green or navy blue accents are very popular. In kitchens, white cabinets with warm-toned countertops are the standard look. Earthy tones like terracotta and rust are showing up as accent colors. Overall, the trend is toward warmth and natural tones, moving away from cold and clinical.

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