So you’re looking to buy a home? Your first home? Second? Third? We got just the right floor plan. If you are a first-time homeowner the process probably seems a little daunting and confusing. It’s probable, however, that you have been thinking about and envisioning your ideal home for some time and have some unique ideas about what you want it to be like. As a custom home builder, we see it all the time. People come in with a clearer vision of their dream home than they think. Building custom is the way to go. It allows you some freedom as the details you want to control about your home. At the same time, the market is always changing and providing new and useful ideas that might increase the value of your home or make it more appealing to buyers and homeowners. We thought we’d take a look at some of these trends.
Exciting and Unorthodox Kitchen Colors
People spend a lot of time in the kitchen. And recent decades have seen shifting trends about how the kitchen is structured, laid out, or what it contains. In addition to cabinet space, kitchen islands, and energy-efficient appliances, color trends can make a kitchen that much more appealing. Colors that are in style today for modern and unique kitchens include the color blue. Traditionally, kitchens will have some more neutral colors like gray, white, black, or brown, but recent trends indicate that people want to go back to exploring various shades for their kitchens and bathrooms.
Trendy Features That Add a Little Pizzazz
In addition to open layouts and modernized appliances and design, details of a home can really send its value skyward. In 2019, certain features that can really make your home stand out to include barn doors and farmhouse sinks. In the bathroom, they include glass showers, special vintage or unique-style vanities and more.
Nearby Coffeehouses and Perks
This one is a kicker! According to a Zillow study, if you’re home is close to a Starbucks or similar coffee serving establishment, your home may just be raised in value. In some cities, the difference was even greater. So, buying a home near a Starbucks so you can pick up your Grande Low Fat Caramel Macchiato with extra caramel has even more advantages!
Energy Efficient Appliances and Infrastructure
This one almost goes without saying. Indeed people are worried about the amount of energy their home is using. Today, homeowners look for a variety of ways to make their home energy efficient and environmentally friendly. Including energy-efficient appliances is in and forms a big part of what homeowners search for in a new and custom home. A modernized HVAC system is another huge advantage when it comes to long term savings and longevity for a new home.
Go Custom With Palo Verde Homes
Thinking you want some say in the way your new home goes? Go custom. It offers possibilities and an incredible possibility to shape your dream home. It’s your money. Your future. Invest it in something you love. Call Palo Verde Homes today!