Building a new home from a blank canvas gives you endless possibilities to include features you’ve always desired in your home, plus, the opportunity to add features you didn’t even know you wanted. There are many popular features that homeowners are including in their builds for this year, and we’ve captured a few of our favorites to share with you.
Outdoor Living Spaces
If you are looking for a quiet place to retreat to after a long day of work, an outdoor living space might be the perfect answer for you. Enjoy the great outdoors, with the comforts of home at the same time! Popular additions include an outdoor fireplace, a sectional outdoor couch, pizza oven, and ceiling fans.
Energy Efficient Lighting and Appliances
Adding energy efficient appliances and lighting to your new home is a great way to save money each month by cutting down your electric bill.
Smart Lighting and Electronic Devices
Many families choose to add smart lighting, HVAC systems, security systems, and other electronics to their home, allowing their lighting and temperature to be set to their preferences, coming on or turning off based on time or on temperature.
Dedicated Home Offices
Ever since Covid, many employees are still working from their homes, and many had to create a make-shift office space within their home to be able to work efficiently. Creating a designated office space in your new home will give you a quiet place to retreat to, and a place to keep all of your equipment, where there will be no disturbances.
Mudrooms
If you have children, a mudroom might be on the top of your list. A mudroom serves as a place to hang coats, backpacks, and shoes, that is easily closed off from the rest of the house to keep clutter minimal.
Flexible Living Areas
While rooms dedicated for a specific purpose are necessary, a flexible living area might be an option to consider if you have a large family. The space may be used as a play area for young children, and then transformed into a home gym or family room as the need for a play area diminishes.
