5 Upgrades That Add Immediate Value to Your New Construction Home [2024]
If you are in the planning stages of designing your future custom home, you may want to consider adding a few “money pieces” that add immediate value to your new construction home.
Don’t think of these items as “budget killers,” but rather as an immediate investment in your real estate that you’ll be happy you added later. Not only will you enjoy the luxury of these custom home upgrades while you’re living in the home, they’ll also add to the resale value of your home should you choose to move and sell your customized home.
HEATED FLOORS, HEATED DRIVEWAYS, AND TOWEL RACKS
Radiant flooring and driveways can be installed at any time and even while you’re living in your home but they are one of those features that are best installed on the front end of the design process.
Elements of your radiant flooring and heated driveways will be installed under the building materials, so it’s ideal to install these before laying your flooring. This way you can mitigate risk and damage since you won’t need to dig up and remove that expensive hardwood, retile floors, or repave your driveway.
Heated towel racks can also be installed any time after your initial new construction home build, however, for the sake of form and function, it’s always nice to consider these things while you’re working with a professional home designer so they can leave space on your blueprint and 3D rendering for this item. Heated towel racks are a luxurious addition to any home but especially for homes that feature a hot tub or pool. They’re also perfect for a spa-like experience in your master bathroom suite.
A BIGGER GARAGE
Many homebuyers look for expanded garage spaces or garages with an extra carriage for their project car or golf cart. Garages make great workspaces or even parking for overnight guests. When you draw up plans for your new home with your home designer, you may want to ask them to include a tandem garage or extra bay for the sake of your home’s resale value.
A DEDICATED LAUNDRY ROOM
Many home buyers prefer a good old-fashioned dedicated laundry room. Laundry day is no one’s favorite and for a home with many occupants, it can be even more of a hassle. Having a streamlined and tidy space for washing, drying, folding, and hanging clothing can make things so much simpler.
We suggest designing your laundry room separate from your mudroom if you have the square footage available. This is a bit of a harder upgrade to make after constructing your home, and a common regret for many first-time custom homeowners is overlooking the need for a dedicated laundry room.
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CUSTOM CABINETRY
Custom cabinetry might seem superfluous and unnecessary, however custom cabinetry in certain areas of your home can make or break a deal when you’re ready to sell your home.
Some rooms where you should consider custom cabinets include: your home office, flex room, master bathroom, master closet, and in your Great Room or living room.
Quality-crafted custom cabinets look great and help future homebuyers envision themselves in the space. Everyone loves a great storage solution. This also helps homebuyers transition between spaces. If their last home had great storage solutions and cabinetry, this tasteful upgrade will prevent them from the need to measure and purchase armoires and cabinets for their new home.
Another wonderful feature of custom cabinetry is safety. Custom cabinetry and built-ins mean you won’t have to worry about dust or crumbs accumulating underneath the furniture. It also eliminates the concern for small children or kids climbing on or pulling down a bookshelf since these pieces are built to last and are sturdy.
CUSTOM INDOOR AND OUTDOOR FIREPLACES
Custom indoor and outdoor fireplaces are a wonderful upgrade to any room in your home. We love panoramic fireplaces in the Great Room reflected in a similar fireplace to adorn your outdoor living areas. Fireplaces are a great conversation piece and they add a layer of comfort and luxuriousness to any room.
A fireplace in the master bedroom is also a premium upgrade to consider when building your customized home. Your home designer can help you design your fireplace to include a sitting area or custom shelving surrounding the fireplace. A gorgeous fireplace can help maximize the future resale value of your home.
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