Start with Designing an Open Floor Plan.
Creating a home that allows for functionality not for only being spacious. The best way to make this happen is not allowing walls to define your space. When using lighting, finishes and furniture arrangement you can define an open floor plan.
Spaces That Are Flexible
Creating a home that a room is just a room with no labels. An office can change into a bedroom as long as the square footage allows for the furniture layout for furnishings of what the room needs allowing for redefining the space.
Open Kitchen Concept
This concept allows for a perfect entertaining the functionality of this space can serve as the common area of communication.
Storage Spaces
Create as much storage as possible organization which allows for the distribution for your items in an orderly design statement.
Bathroom Spaces Allowing For Relaxation Spacious
Spacious showers with all the bells and whistles are becoming so much more desirable. A double head and massage spray showers in combination with natural materials can lead you to that spa-like experience.
Using Universal Design
You can have a “home for life” just by incorporating universal design from the beginning. Simple considerations like 36″ wide openings -doors and hallways, step-free main level and master baths with curb less showers and grab bars that look like towel bars can help you build a house to accommodate your future needs.
Be Energy Efficient
If you’re investing in energy saving inside the house (power, heat, gas, etc.) you don’t want your savings to go “out the window” You should give some thought before building to the real savings. 2×6 exterior walls with more insulation, high grade architectural shingles on the roof and great quality windows and doors will increase your ROI much more than anything else
Smart Technology
In today’s world, smart technology goes beyond TV and surround sound speakers. It’s about safety and energy efficiency. You can change the mood of every room with controls for your window shades, fireplace and music.
Be smart and choose brands that have been around for a while- technology can change fast. You don’t want to end with a product that becomes obsolete right after you have installed it in your home.
Pet Friendly & Mudrooms
Pet lovers are demanding pet areas in their homes. But, not everyone wants to have a full production pet spa in their house. Choose materials that are easy to clean, but also that you can integrate with the style of your home. mudrooms are being complemented with washers and driers.
Multiple Indoor/Outdoor Integration
Bring the outdoors in! You can have a variety of outdoor spaces, but be sure to think of your outdoors as an extension of your main indoor areas to create that seamless transition.
By using the above tips will modify your living Space from Good to Greater. Please feel free to call me at 347.731.1020 Top of Formwith any questions. -Designing Your Lifestyle, Linda Lindsay
