It’s amazing the impact that a few short months have had on the way many of us feel about our homes. Since the pandemic, we’ve seen a shift in priorities regarding home spaces.
As we discuss new custom home designs or home upgrades and remodels, here are some of the wish-list items we’ve been hearing more of.
Home Office Space
Many statistics show that over 50% of employers say that some form of remote work is here to stay. As you might have guessed home offices are at the top of the request list. Many homeowners either want to upgrade their home office or create a home office or multi-use space that didn’t exist previously.
We expect home office space will continue to be in high demand. For some families, this even means multiple work-from-home spaces.
Home Gyms and Multi-Use Spaces
Home gyms are also growing in popularity. With many of us losing access to our “gym experience” at the onset of staying safe at home, some form of home workouts have become a necessity. Purchases of home gym equipment have exploded since the beginning of 2020 and many gym owners now find themselves wondering how many of their customers will return.
For homeowners with smaller homes, multi-use spaces that can serve various needs and transform from office to gym to playroom or guest room have moved to the top of the priority list.
Kitchens
While the kitchen has always been a critical space for gatherings, there has been an even greater focus on the kitchen space recently. Due to spending much more time preparing meals in their own homes versus eating out during the pandemic, kitchen upgrades are more popular than ever! Months of isolation offered homeowners plenty of quality time to really focus on their kitchen wish-list items! Homeowners want upgraded technology, easy to clean & disinfect surfaces and appliances, more space, more functionality, and more style in their kitchens.
Outdoor Living
The restrictions that most of us have been under have really given homeowners time to reflect on just how important their home is as a safe place and a comfort. Many people who previously thought of an enhanced outdoor space as a luxury, began to see it as a necessity for reducing stress. Having a comfortable outdoor area is good for emotional health and it’s a great way to extend your home’s overall living space.
Have ideas on designing your custom home or redesigning your existing home? We’d love to hear about them. Contact us today.
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