If you are designing and building a home, there are many things to keep in mind. But one of the most important is whether the space you are designing will meet your needs. There are plenty of cool features that can add interest and value to the home, so you can make your home really stand out.
1.     Home Lift
Adding a home lift can increase the value of your home, and it can also be useful. You can use a lift to transport bulky items that may have otherwise taken two people to get up or down the stairs. Lifts are excellent for those with mobility issues. You can find a home lift that fits in anywhere, no matter the style of your home.
2.     Built-Ins
When you design your own space, you have plenty of opportunity to experiment with built-in shelves. You might designate one room as a library with wall-to-wall shelving for books or other items. But you can also add built-in desks or tables in other areas to help you stay more organized and create a streamlined designed. Another built-in to consider adding is a breakfast nook in the kitchen. Consider adding it in a place that gets sun in the morning to make it bright and inviting. Adding this space will also help you save money on buying furniture.
3.     Features for the Upstairs
The upstairs isn’t just for bedrooms for sleeping. One feature you may find you love is a second-floor laundry room. Modern homes are all about convenience, and because of how frequently laundry rooms are used, you may find installing one of the newer innovative washing machine designs and having it on the same level as your bedrooms saves you a lot of time. This can prevent you from having to take clothing, sheets, and towels up and down the stairs. Another option would be to install a laundry chute on the second floor, although this would still require you to haul the clean items back upstairs. Another feature to consider is a spa in the bathroom. Making the master bathroom large enough to have a shower, sauna, and soaking tub can help your home feel more relaxing and give it a luxury feel. Having a modernlooking bathroom is also a great way to increase the home’s overall value.
4.     Features to Bring the Outside Indoors
Seamlessly blending the outdoors and indoors has become more popular. One way you can do this is by creating an outdoor living room. This could come in the form of a sunroom to connect the interior to a deck or large sliding doors to open onto the deck. You can further blend the areas with home décor, such as an indoor-outdoor rug between the spaces. Another option is to install a sun tunnel or a skylight, which can direct natural light into your home. Even on cloudy days, having natural light can boost your mood and help your space feel brighter. Consider adding this feature to dimmer areas, such as north-facing rooms of the house.
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