Do you worry that your new home will end up looking a little “same, same” and devoid of that special factor?
You might not have it all worked out but you’re positive that you want your home to be unique and special to you. Your personality and lifestyle are like no other so why shouldn’t your home be too!
Investing time in the initial design phase of your new home and especially around what special features you would like to include, will save you time, money and emotional energy in the long run and you’ll be so glad you did.
Here are some ways that you can ensure you incorporate more of “you” and something unique in your new home……
1. Roof Style
There are so many roof styles to choose from to give your beautiful home an edge.
There are pros and cons to each style and cost differences so be sure to chat to your Builder about what you like.
2. Exterior Cladding
As with roof styles, there are so many options when it comes to exterior cladding, just google them!
Mixing it up by using multiple types is also a really nice way to achieve some variety to your exterior look.
Check out James Hardie and Colourbond (https://www.jameshardie.com.au/categories/cladding and https://colorbond.com/gallery) for heaps of inspiration!
3. Feature Walls and Ceilings
From decorative brick, Hardiegroove lining, feature tiles, pressed metal or timber cladding, the list goes on and on. The only limit is your imagination!
4. Window design
From low lights to highlights, awnings to louvres, bifold to gas strut servery windows. So many beautiful window options!
You could even go for something completely different and have a beautiful, stained-glass window you made or second-hand, decorative window you found installed.
5. Special rooms/areas
Add in a room that is special to you such as a mancave, wine cellar, meditation room, sauna or reading nook.
Including a room or area which just makes you “happy” will make your home feel like yours and give you that much-needed space to retreat and recharge.
6. Beautiful features
What about a coffee/bar station, a Japanese plunge pool, a handcrafted fireplace, a basketball court or a feature decorated with something you have collected which means something special to you?
You can have so much fun with beautiful and unique features so make sure you do! Your home is yours to enjoy, so enjoy!
The list goes on and on……it truly does but this is your home, so what have you been dreaming of in your new home build?
Really giving this some thought will ensure you feel confident knowing your home will be unique, reflect who you are and really feel like home to you. Only you know you best, so ensure you bring out some of that uniqueness in your new home build.
Start collecting your ideas in one place such as Pinterest (https://www.pinterest.com/). You can even share your board with your builder and architectural designer to make sure they are on board early.
Not all builders will want to step outside the box but we love unique ideas and love a challenge. So we say bring it on, let us know what you want in your new home!
