Are you building a new home, upgrading an existing one, or just ready for a change? With all of the ideas and inspiration available today, you probably have an idea or two in mind already for how to make a home you will love. But, just in case, here are some great ways to make enhancements to your home that you will enjoy as much today as you will a year or two down the road.

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Outdoor Kitchen

If you enjoy entertaining as much as you love cooking, an outdoor kitchen may be the perfect addition to your home. You will get to spend time with your guests while cooking instead of running back and forth to your indoor kitchen while everyone else settles into the fresh air and has great conversation outside. 

 

And, you may not know this, but your local fence contractor probably has experience and expertise in building outdoor kitchens. In fact, this is usually under their purview as they work with outdoor elements that complement one another, such as fences, gates, and arbors. And, you will want to have a patio cover or other outdoor covering installed over your amazing new outdoor kitchen. With a proper covering installed by the professionals, you will have adequate ventilation for cooking. In addition, the usefulness of your kitchen will be extended simply because it is protected from the elements.

 

Large Patio Doors

To enhance the usability of your new outdoor kitchen, consider opening up your indoor space. Install an expansive glass wall with integrated French doors, large lift and slide doors, or retractable accordion-style doors. Another fun option is to add a transparent garage door as a conduit from indoors to outdoors.

 

This will allow a seamless transition both visually and physically from inside your home to the beautiful new backyard you have designed. With all of that glass, you will want a way to cover the windows and doors for privacy and when inclement weather such as lightning arises. To achieve this, consider remote-controlled vertical or horizontal blinds. Pull-across curtains work well here, too.

 

Smart Home Integrations

With the technological advances that seem to change daily, you should think about adding smart home features to your house. If you are building a new home from the ground up, ensure you integrate these options into the home during the building process. Older homes can still benefit from smart home selections through rewiring efforts.

 

Some useful features might include:

 

  • USB outlet installation
  • Wired home security system
  • Wired smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
  • Outlets placed in closets, pantries, and under cabinets
  • Smart hub control features for lights, outlets, etc.
  • Smart appliances in the kitchen and laundry room

 

Watch this video for some innovative smart home ideas.

 


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Go ahead and take some inspiration to create a home you will enjoy returning to every day. Enact small changes to make your lives easier or big renovations to maximize your dreams. Do what will make you and your family happy. You may never want to leave again!