Home Elevators – a Must-Have for Homeowners
Experts reveal the eight Must-Haves homebuyers are demanding in their new homes
Recently at the International Builders Show more than 60,000 builders and supplies migrated to Las Vegas for the annual convention sponsored by the National Association of Home Builders.
Below is the top list of trends that you can expect to see in new custom built homes:
- Outdoor living – Outdoor kitchens and patios designed with all of the comforts of the indoors, outside. In fact, there is little separation between the kitchen and the swimming pool, just a few feet away.
- The white kitchen – It looks like we are back to whites and neutral tones. Dark, stained cabinets are on their way out (for now).
- Pets! – When working with your luxury home builder, pets have become a very important part of the design process. Look for homes to have a dog bathing facility in the laundry room or a built-in compartment in the bottom of a cabinet for a dog’s food bowl.
- Marble – Light colored marble is a very hot item in kitchens across the nation. Also a ‘mega-island’ which is extra-long and wide provides space for cooking and socializing.
- Multi-generational Living – Homes are now being built with wider doorways to allow easy wheelchair access. Also, cottages for grandparents are very popular.
- Home Elevators – The aging baby-boomer populations has come
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to realize that climbing the stairs may not be as easy in 20 or 30 years. Residential Elevators are becoming a popular option. Planning ahead with your custom home builder and deciding on custom design for your elevator will enhance the aesthetics of your home. - Ceiling Details – It’s not just about the flooring anymore. Fancy ceilings with barrel vault architecture, coffers and beams are bringing design to ceilings. Color is another contributing factor to an aesthetically pleasing ceiling.
To speak to an Elevator Expert, contact Home Elevator of Texas 210-340-5702 (San Antonio), 713-490-2330 (Houston), or 512-990-0631 (Austin) or e-mail us at webinfo@homeelevator.com.
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