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What Americans Want From A Home

What Americans want from a home, is an interesting article that shows some common ground between American home owners. For more specific details about what Americans want from a home, continue reading below.
Ikea did a survey of 4,000 Americans between the ages of 25-54 who earned at least $35,000 a year. Houselogic.com shared these interesting points from the study:

"The Swedish retailer’s first annual “US Life at Home Report” uncovered that, above all else, 95% of Americans consider comfort a top home feature. We’re not talking about cushy furniture or other features that makes life at home physically more comfortable. It’s an emotional thing. Ikea found that American consumers want their homes to have a feel-good environment so they can let their hair down and connect with loved ones.
Here are more nuggets from the report:
We aren’t show-offs. In fact, we’re modest (!). Ikea says, “… home in the U.S. is not so much about status or wealth. Or keeping up with the Joneses.” Only a mere 1% wants their abodes to reflect their success.
We love living rooms. Maybe that’s why open kitchens are hot. Homeowners don’t want to be separated from their favorite room. Of those ... more

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