Must have high end home features at the moment

One of the best things about helping someone design a home is getting to see what they value the most. It is a really personal project in most cases, and you get to see what kind of lifestyle they want. It's even more interesting because Gen X, Millennial, and affluent Gen Z clients define in different ways. We want to have a look at some of the most popular features of these properties at the moment.

Kitchens

The kitchen has always been the heart of a home and one of the most important indicators of a home. Today, there are a few features that are very popular. Double islands are a must for many people. They provide enough space for different tasks, including food prep and remote work.

Another thing you can see in many properties today is secondary kitchen areas like sculleries. They are a great choice for keeping mess hidden away from the main kitchen, whether it is dirty dishes, laundry, or food prep. It can reduce visual clutter and elevate the aesthetics of the main areas.

While not part of the kitchen itself, there has also been a big increase in demand for keeping rooms. They are typically informal, cosy spaces where people can sit and relax close to kitchens.

Getting active at home

One thing you see more and more of after covid, especially with residential architecture, is homes with spaces for different activities. This can include a home gym, pools, basketball courts, tennis, or even golf simulators. Pickleball is really popular at the moment, especially in the UK, so home courts are in demand.

Gardens

More people today want to be self sufficient, especially when they design their own home. So, a really common feature is gardens where they can grow their own food. Whether it is an orchard, a vegetable patch, or a greenhouse, the garden and outdoor space should support home growers.

Health and wellness

homes today can include several features to give them the feel of a health spa. For example, bathrooms should be with lovely materials, beautiful feature tubs and showers, heated flooring, aromatherapy, and more.

Something to consider is installing a sauna. They are fantastic for health and wellbeing. Traditional styles ones are still very popular, but more people are thinking about modern infrared ones too.