Chattanooga’s 2025 Homes: Where Comfort Meets Curated Style

Hey Chattanooga! As we explore 2025, the landscape of home design is undergoing a vibrant transformation. It’s a year where functionality meets expressive style, and every detail whispers a personal narrative. Here at Pratt Home Builders, celebrating over 25 years as your #1 homegrown Chattanooga home builder, we’re excited to guide you through these evolving trends, ensuring your home is both cutting-edge and deeply personal.

Why Does Staying Ahead of Home Trends Matter?

Your home is more than just a structure; it’s the backdrop to your life’s most cherished moments. Staying current with design trends isn’t about chasing fleeting fads; it’s about creating a space that reflects your evolving needs and aesthetic. In 2025, it’s about embracing a home that supports both your lifestyle and your personal expression. This is why a trusted home builder like Pratt Home Builders is essential. We understand that navigating these trends can be overwhelming, and we’re here to shoulder the burden, allowing you to truly enjoy the process.

2025 Home Trends: A Deeper Dive

Here’s what you can expect to see in homes throughout 2025:

The Rise of Textural Depth:
- Forget flat surfaces. 2025 is all about engaging the senses with layered textures. Think natural stone, reclaimed wood, and richly woven fabrics. These elements will add depth and character to every room, creating a tactile experience that’s both luxurious and inviting.
- From textured wall coverings to intricately patterned tiles, these elements are designed to be focal points, adding intrigue and a sense of bespoke craftsmanship.
Organic Shapes and Fluid Lines:
- Say goodbye to rigid angles. 2025 embraces organic shapes and fluid lines, bringing a sense of natural harmony into your home. Curved furniture, arched doorways, and rounded countertops will soften the overall aesthetic, creating a calming and welcoming atmosphere.
- This trend extends to architectural details, with designers incorporating gentle curves and flowing forms to create a sense of movement and connection with nature.
Earthy, Muted Color Palettes:
- Prepare for a shift towards grounded, nature-inspired hues. Muted greens, soothing blues, warm terra cottas, and versatile neutrals will dominate interiors. These colors create a sense of tranquility and connection with the outdoors, fostering a serene and inviting environment.
- These colors will be seen in everything from paint choices to tile selections, offering a cohesive and harmonious palette throughout your home. Expect to see these colors used in small accent tiles for a pop of color, and large format tiles for a grand statement.
Functionality Meets Personalization:
- In 2025, your home will work harder for you. Smart home technology will seamlessly integrate with personalized design elements, creating spaces that are both efficient and expressive.
- From customizable storage solutions to adaptable living spaces, every aspect of your home will be tailored to your unique needs and preferences.
Statement Tiles:
- Tiles will be used to make a statement, from large format tiles that provide a dramatic back drop, to small accent tiles that bring a pop of color into a space.

Let Pratt Home Builders Be Your Guide

At Pratt Home Builders, we understand that staying on top of these trends is essential for creating a home that truly reflects your vision. That’s why we invest in continuous education, attending industry design and home shows, and building strong relationships with our trusted partners. We listen closely to our customers and stay current with the textiles and design elements that shape modern living.

Our entire design process is a “gift with purchase” when you choose to “Build New” with us. This means you’ll have access to our expert design team, who will guide you through every step of the process. Exhale, relax, and enjoy the journey as we handle the heavy lifting. Designing your dream home should be an exciting and stress-free experience, and we’re committed to making that a reality.

We’re Not the Only Ones Seeing These Trends.

Local Chattanooga experts are also recognizing these shifts in home design. In a recent article, NoogaToday delved into the 2025 house trends, featuring insights from Pratt Home Builders and highlighting what Chattanoogans truly desire in their homes. This local expertise reinforces the importance of creating homes that are both stylish and functional, perfectly tailored to the Chattanooga lifestyle.

Your Story Starts Here

2025 is a year of bold expression and personalized design. Let Pratt Home Builders, your #1 home builder in Chattanooga, help you craft a home that tells your unique story. Call 423-757-7687 OR visit prattliving.com to get early access to your dream home today!

Chattanooga’s 2025 Homes: Where Comfort Meets Curated Stylegmwebservices2025-09-15T13:16:28+00:00

Serial Yoga Studio Owners, The Wrights, Find A Peaceful Retreat at Engel Park

The Wright Family, comprised of Ryan, Jenna and Stella, has called Engel Park “home” since May 2023. Their Lynden plan has been a perfect place to land while they focus on family, community, fitness, and their respective entrepreneurial ventures. The couple recently opened their third local yoga and pilates studio, purchasing an existing studio off East Brainerd Road, just minutes from their much-loved home at Engel Park.

Jenna’s work with online fitness powerhouse Eschelon brought her opportunities to the Chattanooga location. Then she met husband Ryan and decided to trade the big city for the scenic city. It’s been the perfect backdrop for the couple to chase fitness center endeavors of their own.

Jenna says: “I appreciate the convenience of where we live. It offers a peaceful retreat from the downtown hustle, yet it’s just a 20-minute journey away. East Brainerd is a gem, boasting everything one could need, including several of our top downtown eateries that have added locations here. With the addition of a new Southern Soul Yoga and Pilates studio just five minutes from our neighborhood, it’s the perfect spot for us. Our neighbors have become like family, and the sense of community and lifelong bonds we’ve formed this year is incomparable. We love with our home and our builder, Tyler. I’d be thrilled to have you as my neighbor!”

The Wrights are offering a FREE class to anyone who emails them at info@southernsoulyoga.com and mentions this Pratt Home Story.

Serial Yoga Studio Owners, The Wrights, Find A Peaceful Retreat at Engel Parkgmwebservices2024-03-05T19:01:26+00:00

Our Designers’ Favorite Kitchen Countertops Right Now

Contributed Blog by Jordan Fuller, Pratt Home Builders Interior Designer

Over the last few years, kitchens have become more unique and specialized because as some say, the kitchen is the heart of the home. There are so many components and aspects that go into a kitchen such as the cabinet, color palette, countertops, hardware, appliances, backsplash, and flooring. It’s a perfect place to express the essence of those who live there, and can provide a mood to tee off of the the whole-house design.

Pratt offers around 35 different countertops that range from Granite to Quartz for homeowners to choose from while they are in Design! Countertops are typically one of the main focuses within a kitchen or a bathroom that hold many different attributes which affect the way the kitchen or bathrooms are visualized. Regardless of the space, countertops are constantly used and hold high visual impact within a room.

Here are my top 5 countertops, in no particular order, that can change the look of your space and how to turn your kitchen into the heart of your home!

1. CALACATTA GOLD – QUARTZ

Calacatta Gold is our highest tier countertop we offer at the moment here in the Design Center at Pratt Home Builders. Quartz has become a major trend over the last few years in the design community due to its minimal maintenance, high scratch resistance, stain & acid resistance along with a high impact resistance as well. This quartz pairs well with just about every cabinet color we have to offer.

2. BLACK PEARL – GRANITE

Black Pearl is a beauty within itself and makes a bold statement, so it’s perfect for customers who want higher drama or a sleek look in the kitchen. This specific countertop is a granite composition which is a natural stone. Black Pearl Granite is well-loved not only for its attractive aesthetic, but also for functional properties such as easy cleanability, family friendly, high durability and a high heat resistance. Paired with a light color cabinet, this countertop will make its own first impression that is timeless and eye-catching.

3. ETERNAL STATUARIO & ETERNAL CHARCOAL – QUARTZ

Both of the quartz countertops play off of one another and compliment each other when installed in the same room. Recently one of our other designers, Rebecca, had a client that chose these two countertops for their kitchen – one for the kitchen perimeter and the other for the island. The light and delicate veining between the two contributes to create a high contrast and bold look within the kitchen once it is installed. Although the two quartz countertops stand greatly on their own, when combined, they create a unique pairing to match your personality & style for your home!

4. SIBERIA – GRANITE

With the plethora number of countertops we offer at Pratt, Siberia is one of my top choices for granite. The black speckles within the natural stone stand out against the white milky base color. My favorite design with Siberia is a white or grey cabinet with black hardware to bring out the black speckles within the granite. I have seen this done with a black kitchen / bathroom faucet or champagne bronze as well. This specific countertops speaks for itself with the luxury of also having low maintenance, a unique look and having a stain resistance protection.

5. UBATUBA – GRANITE

Here at Pratt, this specific countertop comes STANDARD with no additional charge while clients are in design. Since I have been at Pratt, this countertop has been chosen many times whether it was for a kitchen, a main bathroom or even guest bathrooms! UbaTuba is a darker granite that showcases black and brown within the stone itself. I personally love when materials and products can be viewed differently when we pair it with different surrounding finishes. One of my favorite ways to style this certain granite is with our boardwalk stained cabinet and with either black or bronze hardware / plumbing finishes. OH – and did I mention this granite is standard?

Our Designers’ Favorite Kitchen Countertops Right Nowgmwebservices2024-02-20T19:35:27+00:00

Featured Community Video: Engel Park

Our newest East Brainerd community is well underway in the first phase. As you can see in the video, it’s easy to go wherever you need to be! Minutes from the Interstate, whether you need to get to Nashville, Knoxville or Altanta, or simply go downtown or to Hixson from this new construction community.

Featured Community Video: Engel Parkgmwebservices2020-07-25T14:13:52+00:00

Why buying New is the “new normal”

These are unprecedented times, but that doesn’t mean your plans to become a homeowner, upgrade to a larger home, or downsize to a home that makes more sense for your lifestyle have to be put on hold. In the Chattanooga market, we’ve seen a drop in inventory across the board, but here at Pratt Home Builders, business is booming. Here are a few reasons why we think new construction is the new normal.

Apprehensive Sellers

The bottom has fallen out of area inventory, and it’s understandable! Sellers are choosing to protect themselves and their families during this uncertain time as experts continue to learn more about COVID-19, but this means there are fewer resale opportunities for hopeful buyers to choose from. Many sellers don’t want to invest in remodeling and updating their homes not knowing the future. Others do not feel comfortable allowing buyers and Realtors inside their homes for the sake of their health. Job uncertainly, for some, is also contributing to putting plans on hold.

New Homes

When you buy new construction, you don’t have to worry about the history of the home. It’s new, fresh and clean! Whether you purchase a market home or choose to build, it’s sanitized and ready for you.

Customer Warranty

Little expenses can add up quickly in a resale. Sometimes these make sense when they help increase the value of the home, but other times these expenses are needed to simply maintain and prevent deterioration. The great thing about buying new construction with Pratt Home Builders is that we provide a 10 year warranty. That’s 10 years of additional expenses you get to save. Not only do you save on the materials, but you save on the labor since our warranty department will handle any repairs. It’s great peace of mind in uncertain times.

Built-in equity

When you build, you put down your deposit but you get to lock in a purchase price months before you close! This means you basically lock in a home at a lower rate than it will be by the time you close! In this dynamic market, you can most likely expect the value to continue to rise – which means in all probability, your home will be worth more when you close than you actually paid for it.

Desirable locations

So, if you’re still confident about your work, want to take advantage of lower interest rates, less competition, and essentially make money when you buy in this dynamic market, it is still a great time to consider homeownership.

Why buying New is the “new normal”gmwebservices2020-05-30T20:58:16+00:00

Age in Place: Universal Design for Barrier-Free Living

At Pratt Home Builders, we talk with hundreds of prospective home buyers per month and a growing trend we see with home buyers of all ages is the desire to include design features that are conducive to “aging in place” in their new construction home. Regardless of what age you are, barrier-free living is very desirable and for good reason – after all, anyone can sprain an ankle or be in a position where a floor transition that was previously never thought about suddenly seems treacherous. Whether you want to ensure there are fewer tripping hazards for young children, you want to be proactive about whatever unknown the years ahead may bring, or you want to plan for open and easy-to-use spaces that feel inclusive to all your friends and family, we have options. With 43 home plans and options galore, at Pratt Home Builders we can make home plan edits that are universally user-friendly without sacrificing style. In fact, if you aren’t looking for them – you may not even notice these features.

Below we have outlined some of the helpful options we have available to make your lifestyle easier, whether you have an injury, illness, or simply an armload of groceries!

Home plans – Perhaps one of the easiest ways to be prepared for anything life may throw your way is to consider a one level home plan, or a two story with a master on main. We have both one and two story options available in all communities.

Wider doorways – In many cases, interior doors can be upgraded to 36″ which is the required clearance for ADA. Our large cased openings are nice and easy for wayfinding.

Walk-in showers – Walk-in showers are a popular choice, and these are available with no transition, along with shower benches. We also offer grab bars in multiple sizes and can install them horizontally, vertically, or diagonally.

Counter height adjustments – With most of our plans, we also provide ample clear floor space in the kitchen for maneuvering around the island. There are also a variety of handles and hardware available. Upgrades like the pot filler faucet below can aid in cooking ease.

Flooring – Our floor transitions are virtually seamless. Moving from hardwood to tile is completely smooth, which is easy on the eyes and the body.

If you are ready to start the conversation about buying or building a home that will meet your needs for many years to come, get in touch with us to learn more at prattliving.com or call 423-757-7687.

Age in Place: Universal Design for Barrier-Free Livinggmwebservices2025-07-31T16:45:15+00:00

The Secret to Maximizing Your Open Concept Home Plan

Guest blog by Interior Design Coordinator, Lauren Miller | Published by Pratt Home Builders

One of the most common questions customers moving from an older home into a new construction home is, “Where do I put my furniture in an open concept plan?”

While an open concept floor plan may be ideal for entertaining, it can feel challenging to determine furniture placement. It may be tricky to define the space the way you’d like to, while still keeping the design of the home feeling natural. With open concept plans, it’s best to define which activates you’d like to accommodate in your given space, then furnish it accordingly. To really get in the mindset of a designer, you’ll need to keep your daily events in mind, too.

For example, let’s dissect a dining room or breakfast nook. Do you often need extra chairs for seating? If so, you may need to consider space for storing chairs or opt for a larger table with more seating to better fill up the room (but don’t lose your 36” of clearance for ease of flow!) Does your dining space provide any other function than being a place to eat? Maybe your children use that space for their homework area, or maybe that’s the first place you drop the mail? In a situation like so, it would be ideal to have a storage piece that can accommodate miscellaneous items. These types of studies will help you really dig into each space and decide what furniture pieces will be needed, first and foremost. Tip: always pay attention to the dimensions.

Once you’ve determined the activities for each of your “open” spaces and have selected some furniture pieces, it’s best to use natural focal points and your starting point in defining your spaces (i.e. fireplaces, large windows, or an accent wall). Rugs are also a great way to anchor your furniture without overdoing it. Lets say your dining room and living room are essentially one room – how do you provide a natural definition without overcrowding and squaring off your spaces? Start with placing your furniture focusing on your architectural features, then add an appropriate sized rug to anchor those pieces. Stools, ottomans, and accent chairs can also act as a divider without feeling heavy with too many sofas or tables.

Above all else, make sure your home is comfortable and suitable for your needs! All families are different, so don’t be afraid to tweak these tips to your requirements. Happy designing from Pratt Homes!

The Secret to Maximizing Your Open Concept Home Plangmwebservices2025-07-31T16:54:17+00:00

Your Home Warranty and Pratt’s Peace of Mind Plan

Pratt Home Builders is celebrating 20 years in business and is rapidly approaching over 1,400 homes built in the Greater Chattanooga area. Throughout the last year, the Pratt team has been diligently focused on standing behind the multiple warranties that come with every Pratt home by making the follow-up process even more effective. We have added a full-time home warranty department and customer care technicians. Robin Warren is spearheading our Customer Care department and is sharing insight about the details of the fifth piece of the Pratt Process: the Pratt Peace of Mind Plan.

BN: Robin, tell us a little bit about yourself and what you do in terms of Customer Care.

RW: I am a full time in-office assistant to all of our customers and to these gentlemen who make up our warranty team. I will be our customers’ first contact when reaching out about any warrantable concerns. I help coordinate service orders for our technicians and gather data to help improve our department.

BN: I know all of us on the Pratt team as well as our homeowners are so glad to have you all! Can you tell us more who else is involved in this rapidly growing department?

RW: Our team members include Josh Gunter, Chad Gadberry, Brandon Whitworth and we are looking forward to a new specialist joining our team later this month!

Josh is a Chattanooga native who joined the team in December 2017 as one of our customer care technicians. Soon, he is starting his transition into our construction side as a Pratt builder. We’re going to miss him on our team, but are extremely happy for him as he pursues his building career. When he’s not working, he enjoys all things outdoors like hiking and kayaking.

Chad Gadberry is another one of our customer care technicians who started working for Pratt earlier this year. Outside of work, Chad enjoys cooking for friends and family, working on his home and spending time with his wife and children. We are very grateful to have Chad on our team. He’s very efficient, thorough and all of our customers love him.

Brandon Whitworth is our director of customer care. He is approaching his one-year anniversary with Pratt Home Builders. He loves to spend time outside of work with his wife, Tina and their three children: Brandon, Bailey and Cooper. They enjoy horseback riding, kayaking and camping. I (Robin) really enjoy working with Brandon. He is always on top of issues, willing to help anyone with all tasks and is diligently working to improve our customer care department.

We are also very excited about a new employee coming soon to join our team later this summer!

BN: Can you tell us more about what’s included (warranty-wise) when a buyer purchases a Pratt Home?

RW: Pratt homeowners get several types of warranties with their new home. The Pratt Peace of Mind Plan outlines these in depth, and each owner gets a copy of this plan for their reference. Here is an excerpt from The Plan highlighting each warranty type.

– Materials and workmanship for 1 year

– Certain major home systems for 2 years

– Defined structural defects for 10 years

In general, the Plan is a commitment that materials and workmanship are warranted for

one year from the time of closing. The heating, air conditioning, electrical and plumbing

systems are warranted for 2 years from closing. Defects in materials and workmanship

in the structural elements of the home are warranted for ten years from closing. Some

appliances, equipment and other components included in the home are not warranted

by Pratt, but are covered by separate warranties provided by the manufacturer or

supplier. These warranties are assigned to the Homeowner by Pratt at the time of

closing. In the event that a timely claim is made under one of these warranties without

response, Pratt will assist the Homeowner in attempting to resolve the problem with

the manufacturer or supplier.

BN: What are the main differences in the various warranties, respectively?

RW: There are many different elements of a new construction home, but I believe most buyers will be pleasantly surprised by the items covered. Check out the time and terms on the warranty coverage I’ve listed below (from the Peace of Mind Plan).

One Year Coverage – Pratt warrants the construction of the home will conform to the

tolerances for materials and workmanship, as defined in the Performance Standards, for

a period of one year after the closing date.

Two Year Coverage – Pratt warrants the workability of the plumbing, electrical,

heating, ventilating, air conditioning and other mechanical systems, as defined in the

Performance Standards, for a period of two years after the closing date.

Ten Year Coverage – Pratt warrants the construction of the home will conform to the

tolerances set forth below in the Performance Standards for Structural Elements for a

period of ten years after the closing date, subject to the limitations set forth below.

Structural Elements are footings, bearing walls, beams, girders, trusses, rafters, bearing

columns, lintels, posts and floor systems. A Structural Element will not be deemed

defective, and no action will be required, unless there is actual physical damage that

diminishes the ability of the Structural Element to perform its load-bearing function such

that the home is unsafe.

BN: Why is this warranty unique?

RW: Our warranty program is growing rapidly and we are making daily progress to benefit our customers and this is one important attribute that sets us apart from our competitors. The warranty itself stays with the home, not the homeowners. So, essentially if you purchased a “used” Pratt home and it’s still within our one year, two year or 10 year warranty period, then the new homeowner still gets to reap the benefits of our warranty program.

BN: If a customer has any type of issue, what’s the best way to get in touch with the team and how soon can they expect to have the issue resolved?

RW: During office hours, a call can be made to myself at 423-267-9917 ext 312 or an e-mail made to me at RobinWarren@PrattLiving.com. If an emergency arises, homeowners can call our office line at 423-267-9917 and press 9 when prompted for an emergency call.

We will always have someone on stand by for emergency issues such as no heating/air or water leaks. While emergency warranty situations are rare, prompt response is essential when they occur. Trouble shooting tips are provided to you but if your efforts fail to correct the problem, you can call us at (423)267-9917 or call the necessary trade contractor or utility company directly.

Your Home Warranty and Pratt’s Peace of Mind Plangmwebservices2025-07-31T17:28:05+00:00

Testimonial: The Hawkins Family

Home is where life happens.

It’s the backdrop for so many of life’s most important memories. All of us at Pratt Home Builders love helping people make their dream home a reality. “Teamwork makes the dream work” is one of our favorite mantras. We’re dedicated to finding the best balance of location, price point, style and timing for your goals.

The Hawkins family recently contacted us online from where they were based with the military in Hawaii and after numerous phone calls and emails, now they’re well on their way to building a home where they can enjoy life for many years to come!

They began with a call to Brittany, our Online Sales and Digital Marketing Coordinator. After several late-night calls (they began the process from Hawaii!) discussing the goals related to their timeline, price point, and home plan desires, they narrowed down their favorite styles and selected a community. With the guidance of New Home Consultant, Charlene, and several more calls, e-emails and the assistance of online tools, the Hawkins family selected the home they could see their family making memories in. Then, they worked with the help of a relative and Pratt’s Director of Design, Sharon, to choose the exteriors and interiors of their new construction home — all site unseen. They even had part of their design sessions via FaceTime! Isn’t it amazing what we can accomplish between technology and teamwork?

Check out what they had to say about their experience working with Pratt Home Builders as first time buyers purchasing remotely!

“Pratt’s team has gone above and beyond our expectation so far. As an active duty United States Sailor and family we appreciate the amount of support they have given us based on our circumstances. Their effort really shows they care about our service members.” -LT Steve Hawkins, USS John Paul Jones

Pratt Home Builders is always proud to serve members of our military, and a significant number of our homeowners are Veterans. Whether you’re near or far, we have many tools to help you feel right at home during the home building process.

Testimonial: The Hawkins Familygmwebservices2025-07-31T17:07:19+00:00

Stop Thinking Trendy and Start Thinking Timeless

Timeless design has staying power- it was not meant to be temporary.

When designing a space that’s geared toward trends, odds are it will already be outdated once the project is finished. My job is to share a few tips and tricks that will save you from hating your trendy home in 3 years.

Think “Classic.”

When designing your home, the best route to go is “classic.” Have you ever entered a space and just thought, “Wow, this is beautiful”? Most of the time that occurs when the space is classic and elegant, rather than decorated from the trend of the year. To achieve this classic style, you may want to draw inspiration from Greek Architecture: Moldings, columns, stripes or bold solid colors.

Your timeless home will play upon these details. Also, incorporate natural resources and fibers such as woods, stones, brick. Mixing materials and colors is what brings interest in.

Think Color.

Neutrals are key to a timeless design. They set a perfect backdrop for art and furniture, without overdoing it. Beiges, grays, and soft blues have a strong presence in timeless homes, often accented by crisp, bright whites of moldings in ceilings, arches, and doorways. But not all timeless homes are painted in neutrals. You can try classic colors such as black, navy blues, and dark greens that are often complemented by these neutrals. My word of advice: When in doubt, aim for simplicity, maturity, and elegance.

Think Accents.

If you can’t get over a particular trendy accent, however, use it! After all, this is your home and you’re going to have to love it. But with that being said, trendy patterned furniture may be a risky move. Accents are much more suitable to design with, for they are easily replaceable as trends change. It’s all about balance.

Stop Thinking Trendy and Start Thinking Timelessgmwebservices2025-07-31T17:07:42+00:00

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