Architects Reveal: Developer’s Secrets for Luxurious Custom Home

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You recognize it instantly. Those houses that, with just a glance, evoke a sense of glory. Nothing needs to be said, but your soul already knows it—there’s something truly special about this house, though you can’t quite pinpoint what it is. Yet, you love what you see. Like every industry, every professional has their own little secrets. Today, we intend to reveal some of the secrets and principles that distinguish a luxurious Custom Home from an ordinary and beautiful one.

It All Starts with Creative Architectural Plans

Architectural plans are the key to successful Custom House Design. Powerful architectural drawings can speak and deliver different feelings, depending on the vision and the surrounding landscape that you want to embody in the drawings. Whether you are aiming to harmonize the house with nature, craft a welcoming and cozy home, or construct a luxury castle, they have the power to do so. Good architectural drawings should have a clear vision. They portray the flow of the house and form the skeleton framework of the complete home design. Effective architectural design maximizes space through the use of different elements, layouts, and building materials. Bringing into consideration indoor and outdoor living will help you to better take advantage of an outdoor living space. yet, a complex design may incur higher structural costs, especially when considering New Construction Pools.

Make Your Space Look Bigger

Maybe you enjoy being busy in the kitchen but still want to feel connected with your guests in the living room, or perhaps when the holiday season comes you regret that the space isn’t big enough for everyone. Thinking about all scenarios is the key before laying down walls.

Open Floor Plan

To make the space around you feel larger, start by designing an open floor plan. Maintaining a comfortable flow between the kitchen, living room, and dining room will create a sense of much more space. It also allows you to rearrange furniture as needed, whether for a party or a holiday dinner.

Higher Ceiling

Another way to make a space look larger is by increasing the wall height to create a higher ceiling. If a typical ceiling is set at an 8 ft height, raising it to 9 ft will already make the space feel much larger without adding extra square foot on the floor.

Bigger Openings

Openings in house framing refer to the sizes of doors, windows, and corridors around the house. Wider and taller openings offer greater clearance for easier movement throughout the space. Implementing these ideas in your architectural design will allow you to install a variety of windows and doors options and embrace more natural light from windows and sliding doors. Keep in mind that while you can easily reduce the size of openings, enlarging them can be much harder and often requires additional engineering.

Harness Natural Light

The architectural design should clearly define the shape and size of the windows. The shading and glazing styles should complement the building’s aesthetic. Additionally, the windows should be planned to align with the sun-path to maximize natural daylight spread inside the house. You want to get the most natural light during different times of the day. The goal is to create a space that is not just bright enough, but also the most comfortable and inspiring to live in. Natural light should be efficiently channeled into the house from multiple orientations. Light can also come through the roof, like skylights and solar tubes, or through an adjacent wall by a clerestory window. Light can also be manipulated by mirrors placed around the house, helping to reflect not just direct light but also creating an illusion of a much larger space.

Invest in Kitchen and Primary Bath

The most valuable areas in every house are the kitchen and bathrooms. They are the most expensive elements in every house and the places you find most essential for yourself. Just try to live in a house without any kitchen and bathroom. According to the Remodeling Cost vs Value Report for 2024, you can get above a 25% ROI for a decent kitchen and bath remodel. A larger master bathroom tends to appeal more to new buyers than a standard size, and adding an island to your kitchen is one of the best ways to create more entertainment and working space.

Roof Design in Home Architecture

Roof design certainly leaves it’s mark on the building’s appearance. It is the first thing you will notice when approaching a house, leaving a lasting impression. The roof is an essential element in every home style; for instance, tile roofs suit Spanish design homes, while flat roofs complement modern architecture. Roofs determine ceiling heights and significantly influence ceiling design. For more about Roofs.

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