We recently published the first of a two-part series on new trends we’re seeing in the luxury custom home-building industry. From this, you may find that not every trend may be suitable for you, but it’s still important to consider all options, trends, and design ideas before building your new custom home.

In part one we covered custom home design trends and ideas starting from the kitchen to living spaces. Now that that’s done, on to part two!

Luxury Custom Bathrooms

Lately, we’re seeing people finding ways to elevate their bathroom from “just a bathroom” to something with a hint of luxury — even spa-like, in some cases.

Much of this starts with separating shower stalls from soaking tubs.

Separating the two allows you to have a distinct soaking tub for your bath, which can include further add-ons to make your bathtub relaxation times all the more, well, relaxing and spa-like. Now, there are also some custom bathroom trends and design ideas that once a homeowner experiences how much of a game-changer these are, they will never go without having them in their bathrooms. Those include:

• Heated bathroom floors
• Lighting & vanity
• Storage space & cabinetry
• Double sinks
• Skylights

Luxury Master Bedrooms & Laundry Rooms

Like bathrooms, luxury custom-built bedrooms and laundry rooms are also trending high. The goal is for more comfort, and more space, all while achieving a modern look.

Here are the main trends and design ideas for luxury custom bedrooms:

• Larger main bedrooms
• Higher ceiling variations – vaults & beams
• Bedroom fireplace
• Custom closets
• Sunroom & bedroom sitting areas
• Lighting

As for custom-built laundry rooms, the trend ideas are:

• Custom cabinetry & greater storage
• Counter space & built-in counters
• Hide-away drying racks
• Farmhouse sinks
• Custom floor tiling
• Ample lighting

Custom Home Trend Extras

Now, interior custom home trends and design ideas don’t just end here. Here are a couple of other trendy additions we’re seeing more of in the custom home-building industry:

Home offices

Dedicated home offices have been a thing for a long time, but since the explosion of work from home, they’ve become a necessity in a way they weren’t before. As you can imagine, this is a massive trend in new custom homes.

Home gyms

These don’t always have to be fancy with a bunch of machinery but can just be a space for yoga or a place for a few simple weights, resistance, and exercise accessories.

Regardless of your planned activity, definitely think about your flooring here. If you’re lifting heavy weights, for example, you don’t want to drop a barbell on a floor that’s going to immediately get cracked and need fixing, even if it’s outside!

Emphasis on Custom Outdoor Living Spaces

Moving on to outdoor living spaces, people are coming to understand and value the different ways you can utilize outdoor space. Here are some popular custom home outdoor living space trends and design ideas to think of:

• Covered back porch or patios
• Decks
• Outdoor firepit or fireplace
• Outdoor kitchens or cooking spaces
• Gazebos
• Greenhouses
• Gardens

In the past homeowners might have just thrown down random items on a lawn without second thoughts and called it good. However, nowadays, people are more deliberate about organizing these areas to get the most out of them, which means people are looking for design ideas. Here are some questions to consider before building your custom home’s outdoor living space:

• How do you want to divide your outdoor space?
• Do you have dogs, kids, grandkids, or all the above?
• Are you planning on doing a lot of outdoor entertaining?
• Do you have any microclimate or sun angle considerations?

There are plenty of questions you can ask here and many trends, designs, and ideas to incorporate such as outdoor cooking areas and setups.

Oh, and on that note — custom-built outdoor kitchens, anyone?

Yeah, we’re not quite done talking about outdoor spaces yet. That’s because custom outdoor kitchens and cooking areas can be a fantastic addition to your luxury custom home design depending on your needs. These are most useful for those who will be hosting a lot of outdoor events, especially in the summer.

People who love grilling and barbecuing will of course need to do that in an outdoor place, but there’s a lot of details you can add to improve your outdoor cooking experience. Consider these trends and ideas for your custom home’s outdoor cooking area/ outdoor kitchen:

• Counter space
• Countertop options – concrete, granite, etc.
• Kitchen station with cabinets
• Cabinetry
• kitchen island
• Storage
• Outdoor sink
• appliances such as gas or electric burners/stoves
• Built-in grill
• Outdoor bar area
• Outdoor lighting
• Sitting area

Thinking about what you need for your custom outdoor kitchen is crucial for your builder. It helps them understand how to create the perfect outdoor cooking space for you. So, before building your custom outdoor kitchen/ cooking area make sure to consider all your outdoor needs to ensure your custom home builder is well-prepared for the building process. Especially if you decide to move forward with an outdoor sink, which calls for additional plumbing and drainage needs, or if you want a functional outdoor kitchen with a gas burner, your builder will have to work on building a gas line.

Overall, there’s a lot to consider when building your custom home. Staying current with new trends and design ideas is not just about making your home trendy. You want it to reflect your style even after trends change.

If you have any questions or are interested in making your dream home a reality, our Fairway Homes team would be happy to help make that happen!