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{"id":3476,"date":"2017-04-14T09:06:03","date_gmt":"2017-04-14T09:06:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/mccreerys.blogs.eprevue.net\/?p=3476"},"modified":"2017-04-10T22:19:39","modified_gmt":"2017-04-10T22:19:39","slug":"luxury-home-be-spoiled-be-lavish-be-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mccreerys.com\/blog\/2017\/04\/14\/luxury-home-be-spoiled-be-lavish-be-you\/","title":{"rendered":"Luxury Home: Be Spoiled, Be Lavish, Be You"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"attachment_3477\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" ><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-large wp-image-3477\" src=\"http:\/\/mccreerys.blogs.eprevue.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2017\/04\/BLOG-9.-METAL-CANOPY-QUEEN-BED.-biltmore-1024x768.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Biltmore Collection: Metal Canopy Queen Bed<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The embodiment of a lavish home is a place where amenities are provided to the owner. This owner feels like royalty because all around, there\u2019s opulence and extravagance. Just the mere mention of the word <em>luxury <\/em>spells fully-stocked kitchens, complete game rooms, tennis courts right in your own backyard, home gyms and such. Yet you don\u2019t need to set up these opulent rooms and outdoor spaces just to feel lavish at home.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some tips to make your home a luxurious one \u2013<\/p>\n<p><strong>Open Space Layout Is a Winner <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A luxury home cannot be called as such minus a grand entryway or a winding staircase. So always go for the airy, open space layout if you\u2019re aiming to have a luxury home. This is a part of the criteria for luxury homes according to the 2013 survey conducted by Coldwell Banker, seller of premier real estate properties.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Technological Innovations <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Every luxury home needs to have ample technology. The plushest homes are tech-trendy. These are also the ones that stay at the very top of the real estate market.<\/p>\n<p>Imagine a home that can be locked and has climate control, all coming from a single press of a button from an iPhone. These are now built-in features for luxury homes. The builders who install such automation features all know the trends and technological needs that are hottest in the market these days.<\/p>\n<p>There is also a growing trend for design elements made from reclaimed materials. Of course, more and more homeowners are becoming aware of the carbon footprint that they leave behind, hence, there are those who now use reclaimed wood flooring, wood beams and doors.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Fully-stocked Kitchen <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>What could be more luxurious than having a fully-stocked kitchen? Opulence is only existent where there is a magnificent kitchen somewhere. This kitchen must also be appliance-lined, with the storage units also filled to the brim.<\/p>\n<p>It is also not impossible to find a walk-in pantry as well as wine racks or fridges.<\/p>\n<p>As if having a luxuriously filled kitchen isn\u2019t enough, you can even go beyond this by having outdoor pool or an outdoor kitchen to boost.<\/p>\n<p>The best amenities of the outdoor kitchen include a sink, a built-in grill, stainless steel countertop areas, a refrigerator, and food and drink storage. There must also be plenty of seating areas for those nights of entertaining guests.<\/p>\n<p>Increase the level of luxury by having a large pool and a cabana all set up. This expansive pool must also have water features that will make the place look more leisurely. Have the al fresco flair become the style in this outdoor haven.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Prime Location <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Home ownership is all about having the best location. Being rich or luxurious means having a slice of paradise, location-wise. Have an expansive, tree-lined, private property that will set the standard to luxurious living in your neighborhood.<\/p>\n<p>Remember that the wealthiest buyers often want exclusivity with regard to their properties. This means that you must put a high level of security to your oasis. While you must be able to relax and enjoy freely, this does not mean that you have to be lax when it comes to security and safety.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Extra Rooms <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Movie and gaming rooms are also common in luxurious living. It is a given that the biggest homes \u2013 especially those of Hollywood celebrities\u2019 habitats \u2013 have these extra rooms. There are also those who have home bars, home gyms, indoor pools, wine rooms, even basketball or tennis courts. In their absence, you can simply create demarcation lines for the different areas that you want to designate.<\/p>\n<p>Lastly, be able to create a bedroom that is fit for a queen or a king. Again, don\u2019t forget the technology in this special room.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The embodiment of a lavish home is a place where amenities are provided to the owner. This owner feels like royalty because all around, there\u2019s opulence and extravagance. Just the mere mention of the word luxury spells fully-stocked kitchens, complete game rooms, tennis courts right in your own backyard, home gyms and such. 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