For 18+ years you’ve worked hard to raise your children and have now seen them move on to start building lives of their own. It’s bittersweet as you'll surely miss them, but you can't help but be excited for the next chapter in your own life.

You’ve been thinking about this for a long time, but you’ve decided condo life just isn’t for you. You’ve worked hard and saved well; you deserve to spread your wings and stretch out. At the same time, you want to start winding down on the weekend yard work and are ready take on something more low-maintenance. The house you raised your children in was perfect for a family, but now it’s time to focus on you and find a new home that suits your particular needs.

A quality custom home provides you with the freedom to create exactly the spaces you need in your home. A private villa-style home is a bungalow duplex with an ideal mixture of comfort and style— and an ideal sanctuary for everyday life. Here are a few ideas on what you can incorporate into your custom home to help you really get the most out of your new lifestyle.

1. An Open Concept Floor Plan

There is something to be said about a grand kitchen that is open to a great room, perhaps separated only by a cozy two-way fireplace. An open concept space provides ease of entertaining but also flows effortlessly throughout the main living area for luxurious everyday living. The master bedroom can be neatly located at the rear of the home to ensure a quiet sanctuary. Choose to have your laundry on the main floor for convenience, or downstairs to avoid any evening laundry noise.

2. A Spa-Like Master Ensuite

Imagine spacious dual vanities, a luxurious stand-alone soaker tub, and an oversized shower. Complete with high-end fixtures and finishes, you can create a relaxing custom ensuite you'll never want to leave. Add a chandelier for that touch of glamour, or perhaps a two-way fireplace between your ensuite and bedroom for a peaceful evening. Beautiful tile work throughout the room makes a statement, in addition to luscious built-in ceiling height cabinetry.

3. Your Dream Kitchen

You may have spent many years cooking meals in a kitchen meant more for function than style. In your custom home, choose a tray ceiling with built-in lighting to visually define the space without interrupting the flow. Emphasize the space around your gas stove with floor-to-ceiling stonework, creating a focal point.

Custom cabinetry shapes the room and can be customized to offer specialty features such as trash bin drawers, spice cabinets and more. Select from many high-end granites, quartz, or other countertop materials. Choose from a multitude of kitchen island options, such as dual islands, raised or flush eating bars, and more. Don’t forget to consider a bar sink! Your kitchen can be an incredibly sophisticated space without sacrificing function.

4. A Basement Haven

As your basement is generally a fresh slate, your imagination is the only limit to what you can do with this space. Create a luxurious home entertainment space with your own theatre, a complete wet bar, or a recreational room with card table, billiards, or any other table game you love.

5. An Outdoor Escape

The outdoor space is also part of your home and can be designed as an additional living space to flow directly from the inside. Build a spacious deck on the back of the home, with access from both dining area and your master bedroom if you like. Add outdoor entertainment features [ http://blog.augustafinehomescalgary.com/blog/7-outdoor-entertaining-features-needed ] such as built-in seating or an outdoor fireplace for cozying up on those cooler nights. Perhaps even create a unique barbecue area for exemplary outdoor grilling.

With a custom home, the possibilities are virtually endless to creating the ideal space for your lifestyle. Speak to an Augusta Fine Homes consultant today to find out how we can help you design the perfect home for the next chapter in your life.