From custom architectural design to energy-efficient appliances, it takes many elements to create a luxury home. Besides creating comfortable living, investing in these upgrades adds value to a property, reduces maintenance needs, and increases prospective buyer interest. Whether you're remodeling to add luxurious touches or building a custom home, the following are five must-have features that will add a layer of luxury to your home. 

What Features Must Luxury Homes Have?

1. Open Floor Plan 

This architectural design has maintained its popularity throughout the years by creating living areas that feel spacious and make it easy for parents to keep watch over kids and allow a hostess and her guests to interact during dinner parties. Excluding unnecessary walls allows for expansive windows that let in more mood-lifting natural light and enrich the interior design. 

2. High-End Custom Cabinets 

Crafted from solid and sustainable materials, these systems offer much more than standard shelves. Instead, they are equipped with smart storage solutions—such as rotating shelves, warming drawers, interior lighting, and built-in organization. 

Custom solutions offer many cabinet door options, including hardwood with crown molding, easy-clean stainless steel, modernist tempered glass, and eco-friendly bamboo.

3. Smart Lighting 

Smart lighting is available for all types of outlets—including recessed, track, under-cabinet, lamp, and sconce. 

Using LED bulbs, these systems provide long-term illumination that cuts down on energy usage. Wi-Fi-connected interfaces let users remotely control the lights to change the color or adjust the brightness. 

You might also use smart exterior lights that turn on automatically after dark to help make the property safe and secure. 

4. Smart Thermostats 

Eco-friendly consumers are drawn to the appeal of smart thermostats for their ability to make heating and cooling more efficient. These thermostats are connected to a residential HVAC system and offer greater connectivity and sensitivity over conventional models. Whether through a mobile or direct interface, users can program the thermostats to automatically adjust based on indoor activity and set temperature zones for varying preferences.  

5. Walk-In Closets 

Walk-in closets add value to your home and luxury to your lifestyle. While they should always have shelving that accommodates an entire wardrobe, you can choose from numerous high-end, custom features, including jewelry cabinets, ironing islands, floor-length mirrors, and under-cabinet lighting.

If you're ready to build a custom, luxury home, contact Perfect Flow Development in Phoenix, AZ. Specializing in value-boosting architectural design and home improvements, this general contractor will adapt services to fit the needs of your project. Whether you want to install luxury cabinets or add an outdoor kitchen, this team delivers reliable results. To schedule a consultation to discuss your plans, call (602) 900-9006.