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What’s Hot in Luxury Homes

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Real Estate Agent with Russ Lyon | Sotheby's International Realty SA570853000

Certainly there is a reason that celebrities and millionaires alike flock to get themselves the biggest and best luxury homes. Who could resist the abundant amounts of space, unmatched amenities and beauty of a luxury home?

So just what makes up a luxury home and who can own one? A luxury home is usually considered to be any home that has a greater value due to a number of characteristics that increase a home’s worth. These things may include general location, locations of attractive properties around the home such as exceptional schools and golf courses, and amenities or conveniences that add to the appeal of the home. And while most luxury home sales are steadily moving up in price and can cost upwards of millions of dollars, most amenities available in luxury homes are affordable even for the average Joe.

So what are the hottest items in these homes? Kitchens and bathrooms have gained more ground than ever and are becoming the major selling point of many homes on the market. Among the most popular additions to the home include built-in spas and luxury bathrooms that include whirlpool or Jacuzzi tubs, heated tile and customized fixtures. Customized showers that come in a variety of shapes and colors add beauty and a soothing getaway for hardworking homeowners longing to break away from the stress of everyday life. Open kitchens with plenty of storage space, sturdy and attractive countertops and floors, and convenient appliances are also among the must haves of a new home today.

Another bestseller on the luxury home list is the larger-than-average home. As the civilized world has become acquainted with the comforts of extra room, homes are designed to accommodate the ever-growing love for privacy and personal space. Many luxury homes are set on large expanses of land that contain acres of property and many times also have beautiful scenery such as lakes, ponds and forests filled with wildlife.

If you are in the market for a new home, keep looking until you find a home that has all the extravagances you long for at a price you can afford. While you may not be able to afford hundreds of acres of land, certainly there are many new homes available that offer a wide variety of options and conveniences for everyday living. Custom homes are thriving, as well. So check with local builders and new communities to see what luxury homes are available in your area and begin living a life of comfort and indulgence.

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