Design Trends in New Construction Homes

As lifestyle trends change, builders must adapt the floor plans, materials and amenities in their new home models to meet the needs of today’s home new home buyer. What are buyers asking for in new construction homes?

Top Design Trends in New Home Construction

Here are some of the latest design trends in new homes:

• Open plans for entertaining - with the kitchen as the “heart of the home,” open to other spaces where hosts can entertain guests including dining areas, great rooms and outdoor rooms.

• Flexible floor plans - new home buyers look to the future and appreciate optional guest suites for out-of-town guests, adult children or aging parents.

• Master bath retreats - new home buyers, especially women, need a place to retreat, relax and soothe the soul after a stressful day. The master bath retreat has become the sanctuary of choice for many couples.

• High-end kitchens - today’s kitchens feature restaurant-quality, stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry with the finest craftsmanship and high-end materials. We spend more time in our kitchens, not necessarily cooking, but congregating and entertaining.

• Organized storage - new home buyers look for built-in custom storage - everywhere. That means walk-in pantries, butler’s pantries, built-in cabinetry and entertainment centers, closet organization systems and smart shelving.

• Huge, decked-out garages- in the day of the SUV, buyers wanted wider garages with taller doors and more space all the way around. Only time will tell if this will remain a priority for home buyers now that mammoth vehicles are falling out of favor. Going green means making room for recycling centers. Families need garage storage systems to keep their sports and recreation gear, lawn and garden equipment and home improvement and maintenance tools organized and at-the-ready.

• Universal design features - many of today’s new home buyers are aging baby boomers who look for features that will allow them to age graciously and enjoy their new homes well into the future (and for as long as possible). Universal design features like master suites on the main floor, extra-wide entry and interior doorways, no threshold showers and lever door handles are in high demand.

• Quality over quantity - in the past, many new home buyers looked to buy the most square footage they could afford. Now, many are choosing to cut back on the size of home and spend their money on upgrades and amenities like architectural detailing, generous moldings, high-end finishes and specialty products and materials.

What will the next trends in new home construction bring? You can bet builders will be listening closely to consumers and incorporating the features and design elements that will meet the wants and needs of future new home buyers.

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