What makes a luxury home?

When you think of luxury and of luxury homes in particular, you probably think about style and comfort. Of course, when homes are the subject, then the location and the size of the home are more than likely part of the picture. Even though there are some things that money cannot buy, wealth certainly can help you acquire a home which has a great deal of amenities and luxurious features like ultramodern bathrooms and kitchens.

So exactly what makes a home a luxury home? Most of us would say that a luxury home is one which is inviting, comfortable and stylish. While size does matter when it comes to homes, it is not the only thing which goes into the luxury equation - it is more about the way the home feels and how enjoyable it is to live in the space. The way that the home looks from the outside is also important; and the curb appeal of a home also includes the neighborhood where the house is located. Circular drives are especially popular, since they are convenient. Obviously, landscaping plays a part as well, with many homeowners choosing brick and stone as features for their front lawns. A great many homes also feature fountains as part of their outdoor space, particularly in gardens and patios. Fountains help create a relaxing, comfortable environment which make a home more enjoyable to live in.

One thing which always adds to the value of a home is a custom floor plan; since these homes are different than any other home on the market, a custom design makes a luxury home all the more valuable and of course, more attractive to potential buyers. Any custom design or hand craftsmanship involved in the home is certain to make it more interesting to buyers and will definitely increase the sale price of a home.

The bedrooms in luxury homes will generally be far more spacious than in other homes and they will also feature more bathroom space, which makes these homes highly desirable to buyers. Larger and more inviting studies and living rooms which include unique touches give the home a personality which is all its own. A media room is something which has become a near requirement for luxury homes; often a room will be set aside as a home theater or listening room for the family to watch television and movies or to listen to music together. Naturally, luxury homes also feature advanced security technology in order to protect the belongings of the inhabitants.

When you come down to it, what really sets luxury homes apart from other houses is the way they make you feel. There are almost as many definitions of luxury as there are people, so when you are looking for a luxury home, the only person who can make this decision is you.

Based on an article by Lance Mohr