Des Plaines, Illinois, June 8, 2010 -- According to the latest poll conducted by the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) on its Web site, the majority (56%) of homeowners cite functionality as their largest concern when it comes to their home.

“The functionality of a home is very important, especially over the long term, as many homeowners in this economy have opted for remodeling over moving to new homes,” says NARI National President Paul Zuch, CR, president of Capital Improvements.

Functionality of the home generally starts with good design. Remodelers can help homeowners take special care to look for the missing details in any home design—from the location of the electrical outlets to the location of light switches.