There’s more to a luxury home than location.
Whether it’s a penthouse at the heart of the big city or a paradise-like estate in the suburbs, the luxury home you choose should have the following essentials:
Smart home technology
Modern technology has integrated well with the standards of luxury living – the novelty feature then has become the necessity today.
You have thermostats that “learn” your temperature preferences and adjust accordingly, lights that automatically go on when you enter a room and turn off as you step out, and curtains that open at the break of dawn to allow the sunrise to greet you a good morning. Today, appliances can also tell owners when they need to be repaired.
What’s great is that all these living comforts are made possible by a single tap on your mobile device – or by a voice command.
Enhanced security
One of the most relevant applications of the smart home technologies described above is security. Modern built-in home security systems benefit greatly from the universal connectivity and accessibility that smart technologies offer. They send scheduled reports and emergency alerts to homeowners, wherever they might be. Conversely, owners can also monitor their internet-connected security cameras on demand.
Security features should not be limited to devices and mobile apps, especially for high-end properties. Whether your luxury home is part of a gated subdivision or a condominium complex, or an enclosed estate, it pays to know how reliable and accessible assigned security personnel are.
Exceptional living spaces, both inside and out
Comfort and enjoyment in a luxury home should extend beyond the four walls of the home.
Indoors, flowing open floor plans and high ceilings that brighten up any room have become the standard in modern homes. The perfect complement to these interiors are livable outdoor spaces – decks, patios, and backyards where you can take advantage of days when the weather is perfect for drinks at sundown or alfresco dinners with family or friends.
When shopping for a luxury home with great outdoor spaces and picturesque views, pay attention to the zoning restrictions and development plans of the neighborhood. The views you might be able to enjoy today may eventually be replaced or obscured by future constructions.
Generous amenities for wellness and pampering
Cavernous master suites, gourmet kitchens with top-of-the-line appliances, and massive entertainment rooms are staples of the modern luxury home, but the discerning homebuyer can up the ante with features that practically turn these abodes into their own private city.
Upscale walk-in closets have evolved into dressing rooms that resemble designer stores and lounges. Luxury bathrooms have adopted the spa experience with walk-in and sit-down showers, steam rooms, floor heating, and in-room fireplaces. These two amenities make perfect matches to the royal master bedrooms of today’s luxury home.
Other must-haves for luxury homebuyers are a home gym and spa and swimming pools that connect from outside the house to a more private and temperature-controlled indoor room.
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