There are many possibilities when it comes to building a house. Let’s look at some of the best features to customize your new home. Talk to your builder and discuss how to make these ideas part of your dream home.
Mudroom
Create a transition space between your outside and indoor environments. A mudroom is a place for people to take off their shoes and coats before entering the kitchen or other living spaces. Use cubby holes to store towels, sports equipment, shoes, and boots. Install hooks to hang umbrellas, hats, and rain jackets.
You might create a combination mudroom/laundry room near the back door. This makes it easy to wash dirty items immediately without bringing them to a different area of the home.
Customize Your New Home With Extra Storage Space
One of the most important features to consider when building a new home is storage space. A cluttered home occurs when you don’t have enough space to put away your belongings. Add a walk-in pantry for the kitchen. Install extra drawers and cabinets in the kitchen and bathrooms. Have your builder include large closets in the hallways and bedrooms.
Extra Outlets
Modern living requires plenty of electrical outlets for laptops, phones, and tablets. Have your builder add extra outlets in the living room where you’ll install the TV, in outdoor seating areas, and along the wall in the kitchen.
Choose an Open Floor Plan to Customize Your New Home
An open floor plan allows for greater versatility. For instance, you can cook in the kitchen and keep an eye on children playing in the family room. This type of layout is also great for hosting parties and entertaining friends. Your home will feel more spacious and inviting.
Water-Saving Appliances
Reduce your utility bills before you move in by having your builder install appliances that save on water consumption. Choose energy-efficient washing machines, toilets, and showerheads so your family uses less water from the first day in the new house.
Outdoor Kitchen
An outdoor kitchen is an excellent feature to customize your new home. You can enjoy it for years to come. You can have a grill, cabinets, refrigerator, and even a pizza oven outside.
Energy-Efficient Doors & Windows
Your windows and doors play a big role in the look of your home. They also contribute to how much energy your home consumes. Plan ahead and install doors and windows that are energy-efficient. The result is a more sustainable home with lower power bills.
Customize Your New Home with a Large Kitchen Island
Install a large kitchen island and make it the centerpiece of the room. Add a rack above it to hang pots and pans. Include extra storage space with plenty of drawers and cabinets. Install outlets on the island to provide a place for the kids to do their homework as you cook. This feature adds convenience and encourages more family time.
Smart Home Technology
Simply adjusting the thermostat at strategic times or turning off the lights when you’re not using them saves energy. However, it’s easy to forget these important tasks. Make your new home a smart home. With smart technology, you gain the ability to automatically control lights and the thermostat with your smartphone. Adjust the temperature while you’re at work and before you return home.
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