When you’re planning the design of your new custom home, it may seem obvious to consider things like kitchen layout, the best furniture options, bedroom sizes, and where to put the fireplace. But have you ever thought of the unique, personal spaces you can create in your own home? These lush ideas may be just right for you.

Boutique Style Dressing Room

Have you ever shopped in a stylish boutique with all its perfectly crafted hanging spaces, drawers, and comfortable seating areas? Better yet, have you ever imagined having a setting such as this in your own home? Why not? A dressing room like this is just one step up from a spacious walk-in closet, but with much better planning.

Proper lighting can certainly help you find the ideal outfit for your night on the town, but it doesn’t end there. Built in turnstiles for your shoes, multi-level height hanging racks, speciality drawers for intimates, and even display cabinets for your favourite bags are all examples of the useful features you can install in your custom dressing room. Don’t forget to include some tall mirrors!

A custom cabinet with drawers and comfortable seating can be placed in the middle of the room also to add extra storage, a working surface, and a soft place to sit while putting on those dazzling strappy sandals.

Home Gym

Save yourself a membership to a stuffy public gym and design your own custom home gym for a convenient workout space. Plan ahead for the space needed to create a comfortable workout area, whether you already own your equipment or plan to purchase new. If you prefer to see sunshine and nature instead of watching television while you work out, think about the area of the home you’d like your gym to be, as well as the direction it will be facing.

Install rubber tiles or cork flooring, or another similar product that provides a bit more impact absorption to make it easier on your joints so you can work out longer. Select finishes that will inspire you such as light or bright colours. Whatever you do for this space, be sure to make it truly your own. Who wants to wipe who-knows-whose sweat off the public machines anyway?

Outdoor Kitchen

Sure, there are premium kitchen appliances for your inner chef that make your kitchen great, but certain meals seem to taste that much better eaten outside, enjoying the fresh, soft breeze. Imagine cooking a flavorful pizza in your very own wood-burning pizza oven. A full-service barbeque would also do the trick, with plenty of working surfaces to prepare food while you visit with your guests on the patio.

Depending on how much time you spend outside, you can really go all-out with your outdoor kitchen. Install permanent heat lamps to warm yourself and your guests on the chillier evenings, and add mood lighting all around the space to keep a tranquil ambience. Warming trays can be built-in to keep your food hot if you’re preparing for a larger group. Include an outdoor wine cooler or mini fridge for your favourite refreshments.

Don’t forget the seating! Do you like to host large groups or more intimate gatherings? Be sure to think about how many places you’ll need for your guests, and whether you’ll need tables or raised bars for eating and visiting. If you like warm and cozy, you might consider including a fire pit or gas lit feature that your guests can gather around.

Take a Recreation Room to the Next Level

Most of us grew up with at least one friend that had a billiard table or table tennis in the basement. It was undoubtedly the neighbourhood hangout where you’d spend hours fighting over whose turn was next.

But you’re grown up now, and you can have your own recreational setup in your new home. There are so many luxurious home entertainment options to consider. Not only could you make space for a billiard table, but you could also install an extensive home theatre with lavish seats and a built-in popcorn maker. If you’re into sports, consider building your own unique sports bar. We’ve even seen a bowling lane installed in the basement of a home! The space is yours; dream big.

These are just a handful of the many thrilling and unique features you can include in your new custom home. A custom home build is just that, custom. Decide what features really fit with your family and lifestyle, and build your own personal paradise.

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