7 Luxury Custom Home Features

After being in the custom home building business for over 35 years, we have seen a lot of trends come and go, but one thing has remained the same. Most buyers want luxury in certain aspects of their new custom home. We are constantly looking out for what features buyers expect, so if you are looking to build a custom home this year, here are 7 custom home luxury features to consider!

Feature 1: Luxurious Primary Suite

Homeowners want a primary suite that is tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the rest of the house, ideally with a separate sitting room. A spa-like bathroom experience complete with a separate soaking tub and a rain shower is the perfect retreat, especially when it includes additional luxuries like heated floors or a fireplace.

Feature 2: Gourmet Kitchen

Large, light-filled open concept kitchens are essential right now. Homeowners want plenty of built-in storage, and lots of room to prepare food and entertain at the same time. 2023 kitchen trends include bold backsplashes, granite or quartz, mixed materials, and doubling up on appliances or even islands.

Request 3: Hardworking (but gorgeous) Laundry Room

We’re helping people optimize their laundry rooms with built-in storage, huge utility sinks, and a sensible layout that follows the laundry process. But homeowners also want to enjoy their time doing laundry, too, so they’re adding gorgeous design details like encaustic tile.

Feature 4: Perfect Home Office

A dedicated home office, separate from the noise of the rest of the house, is essential for many, especially since people are working from home now, more than ever. A bright room provides the right setting for styling your perfect home office.

Feature 5: A Convenient Butler’s Pantry

Custom home builders are also seeing a return of the butler’s pantry! A butler’s pantry is a small room or area between the kitchen and dining room used for storage and staging. It makes entertaining seamless by providing a place to serve food and beverages.

Feature 6: Entertaining Space

Large rec rooms with wet bars is another frequently requested luxury. The rec room should have plenty of space for watching the big game and even a pool table. Wet bars typically have plenty of storage, a beverage fridge, and sometimes a small dishwasher. You can keep wine, beer, and cocktail ingredients here, along with glassware and other bar necessities. This lets you serve your guests without leaving the party.

Feature 7: Large Outdoor Living Space

Demand is high for large porches, decks, and patios. Some spaces prioritize relaxation while others are geared towards entertaining. Outdoor fireplaces and wiring for entertainment are must haves!

When it comes to adding luxury features, it’s all about what will improve your life the most. What luxuries do you want in your custom home?

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