--- title: Holt Homes Blog | Style & inspiration (2) description: Style & inspiration | Stay up-to-date on trends and new home building topics. Read up on our regular updates on all things Holt, such as homeowner tips and tricks, community spotlights, and fun events around the area. 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The time when we deck the halls and prepare for merriment. We know when you are welcoming guests into your home this holiday season, you'll want your home to be festive and inviting. It's also time to choose which trends to incorporate into your holiday home decor. We asked the Holt Homes designer, Whitney Hicks, to share her expert tips for decorating your home for the holidays. Expert 2021 Holiday Decor Tips: Go ... author: [Holt Homes](https://insights.holthomes.com/author/diana-lal) [Read More](https://insights.holthomes.com/designer-approved-holiday-decor-tips) [Style & inspiration](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/style-inspiration) [New home design trends](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/new-home-design-trends) Nov 29. 2021 ## [Color of the Year and 2022 Paint Forecast](https://insights.holthomes.com/color-of-the-year-2022-paint-forecast) Every year, Sherwin Williams releases their Color of the Year and a trend forecast for the coming year. For 2022, the Color of the Year is Evergreen Fog. Called the "calmest green in existence" by Forbes magazine, Evergreen Fog fits right in where we live. The PNW is always green with the amount of rainfall we see, so Evergreen Fog feels like home to us. At Holt, we're particularly fond of Evergreen Fog – since it fits right in with the PNW. ... author: [Holt Homes](https://insights.holthomes.com/author/diana-lal) [Read More](https://insights.holthomes.com/color-of-the-year-2022-paint-forecast) [Style & inspiration](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/style-inspiration) [Rugs and Textiles](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/rugs-and-textiles) [Interior Design](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/interior-design) Sep 22. 2021 ## [How to choose the right rug for your new home](https://insights.holthomes.com/how-to-choose-the-right-rug-for-your-new-home) Choosing the right rug for your new home: 5 tips Decorating a new home can be a daunting task. There are endless possibilities for every room. Something as simple as picking the right rug can be a challenge unless you have the eye of an interior designer. So we enlisted the help of our friends from the Street of Dreams to help our homeowners with tips for getting started. Atiyeh Bros., Oregon's Rug and Carpet Experts since 1900, shares 5 great ... author: [Atiyeh Bros](https://insights.holthomes.com/author/atiyeh-bros) [Read More](https://insights.holthomes.com/how-to-choose-the-right-rug-for-your-new-home) [Style & inspiration](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/style-inspiration) [Happy Valley](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/happy-valley) [Pleasant Valley](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/pleasant-valley) [Street of Dreams](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/street-of-dreams) Aug 26. 2021 ## [Spotlight on our Street of Dreams Homes](https://insights.holthomes.com/spotlight-on-our-street-of-dreams-homes) 3 of our newest homes were showcased: Columbia Comfort, Elevated Evergreen, and The Pacific Peak Holt Homes was so proud to be a part of the 2021 NW Natural Street of Dreams®. This year's unique show titled "A Dream for Many" was composed of two neighborhoods featuring a range of home styles and price points. We showcased three model homes in Pleasant Valley Villages (11878 SE Bridal Veil Falls Place), Holt Homes' master-planned community in ... author: [Holt Homes](https://insights.holthomes.com/author/diana-lal) [Read More](https://insights.holthomes.com/spotlight-on-our-street-of-dreams-homes) [Style & inspiration](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/style-inspiration) [Happy Valley](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/happy-valley) [Pleasant Valley](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/pleasant-valley) [Street of Dreams](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/street-of-dreams) Aug 05. 2021 ## [See Holt Homes at the NW Natural Street of Dreams®](https://insights.holthomes.com/see-holt-homes-at-the-nw-natural-street-of-dreams) The NW Natural Street of Dreams® is a wonderful way to get inspired for your dream home. Since 1975, the Home Builders Association of Metro Portland has produced this signature summer event in the Pacific Northwest, featuring the latest in residential construction. Each show home is a reflection of the unique and professional talents of builders, interior designers, craftspeople, and landscape architects. This year's unique show is titled "A ... author: [Holt Homes](https://insights.holthomes.com/author/diana-lal) [Read More](https://insights.holthomes.com/see-holt-homes-at-the-nw-natural-street-of-dreams) [Style & inspiration](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/style-inspiration) [Holt Homes Floorplans](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/holt-homes-floorplans) [Guide](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/guide) Aug 04. 2021 ## [Featured Floor Plan: The 1670](https://insights.holthomes.com/featured-floor-plan-the-1670) The 1670 is one of our most popular plans. Coming in at a seemingly modest footprint, this plan shines with its spacious two-story entry and desirable open configuration. This two-story 1,670 square foot home has three bedrooms, two-and-a-half bathrooms, and a thoughtful layout that makes the most of its space. 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