Over the last decade and a half, we have seen a lot of trends come and go in the luxury home building world. But there are certain features that elevate homes enough that they become must-haves when designing and building a new home. Here are a few of the top trends coming in 2019 that we predict will have some staying power well into the future.
1. Sport Courts
Sport courts have been around for quite a few years now but they continue to be one of the more popular features of luxury homes today. That's not much of a surprise though, as sport courts are perfect for active families-especially those with kids that play a lot of sports or that include professional athletes.
Whether enjoying it as an indoor basketball court, dance studio, or volleyball court, an indoor sport court can serve many purposes. They also come in handy when living in an area prone inclement weather that makes outdoor sports spotty.
2. Gourmet Kitchens
An important element of any luxury home is entertaining and that starts in the kitchen. Incorporating a state of the art, gourmet kitchen into your home will make hosting a breeze! Some of the most common features of today's gourmet kitchens include double ovens (convection and standard), beverage fridges, oversized custom islands, walk-in pantries, and mini bars.
3. Service Kitchens
Taking a luxury home's gourmet kitchen to the next level is a built-in service kitchen. Much like an oversized pantry, service kitchens feature an extra fridge, oven, and other small appliances. This is a must-have for anyone who loves to entertain! With a service kitchen, meals and hor devours can be prepared behind the scenes of the main living area. Even better? The mess will be out of the way and hidden from guests until it's ready to be cleaned up.
4. Smart Technology
Smart technology is an important feature in many homes, but now custom home builders are starting to make it a standard part of luxury home design. To ensure it is fully integrated and seamless, smart technology is built into the home's design rather than added later.
Homeowners are able to control things like lighting, security, and the thermostat all from their phone. One of the great features of smart technology is how it continues to evolve over time. This ensures the technology stays current and continues to suit the homeowner's needs.
5. Flex Spaces
Flexibility is a must-have when you're designing a forever home. Spaces that can double as a study and guest suite have been popular in the past, but we're also seeing open landings that can be used as recreational rooms and art spaces.
6. Grand Walk-In Closets
Walk-in closets aren't a new trend. In fact, they've been around for a long time. That being said, luxury homes have started to kick it up a notch with grand walk-in closets. A much larger alternative to a traditional walk-in closet, grand walk-in closets feature design elements like built-in shelving and drawers, storage islands, and seating. We've even had homeowners ask for purse displays and full coffee bars!
6. Sustainable and Reclaimed Materials
Homeowners have become more conscious of their impact on our environment. For that reason, many are trying to do their part to reduce their carbon footprint and help to save the planet. In terms of building a luxury home, that means opting for eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient home building practices.
Builders are incorporating reclaimed materials like lumber, doors, and windows to create a luxury home design that is both sustainable and unique. Likewise, they are utilizing energy efficient features like solar panels and geothermal heating and cooling systems. Not only do these things help the planet, but they also have the added benefit of lowering the costs of operating a home, increasing durability, and making the home more comfortable to live in.
