With the U.S. housing market finally picking back up, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) conducted a large study to pinpoint how recession may have influenced consumers' lifestyle preferences and home wish lists. Released this month, the survey found that Americans desire:
Energy Star appliances above all else
energy-efficient laundry rooms
high-end amenities such as kitchens with double sinks, French doors, and whole-house technology
What homeowners and buyers do not want, meanwhile, are: