The process of building a house is a lengthy one and can come with many twists and turns. If you rush into this project, you might start construction while forgetting about some of the great additions you could have incorporated into the design. This is why it’s important to at least spend plenty of time researching what to include in your new home. There are many great things you can add to a home to make it much more unique, and to give you a small idea of what you could include, here are a few suggestions to mull over.
Smart Technologies
One of the most popular additions to new houses today is the incorporation of smart technology throughout the property. Fitted smart lights, in-built speakers and dedicated smart speaker ports are all great options if you want a house that feels almost alive and responsive to those living there. You could also install things like motion sensors for certain lights and smart security systems to help protect your home from intruders. Don’t forget all the different smart appliances you can get for your home, including smart fridges, ovens, and dishwashers.
Air Quality And Control
Having more control over the air quality of your home is not always something that people might consider, but it can be very impactful. Smart air purifiers can help to remove pollutants and make your air much fresher and healthier. As well as purifying your air, you could also consider a smart dehumidifier which can help to combat issues such as dampness caused by condensation, protecting your walls and windows from vapour and reducing the change of things like mould forming. And finally, you could also install a smart heating system, providing you with direct control of your home’s temperature straight from your smartphone.
Outdoor Power Outlets
Suppose you often spend time outdoors with friends and family. In that case, you’ll know that there’s nothing more frustrating than having to trail an extension cable from indoors so that you can plug outdoor lights in, as well as device chargers and speaker systems when you’re socialising or hosting a party. This is where outdoor power outlets can come in very handy, allowing you and your guests to plug devices in without having to worry about getting those extensions out. Similarly, you could also consider adding a dedicated electric car charger if you have an electric vehicle, too. Charging times for an electric car will be reduced if you charge via a dedicated charging station rather than a standard home outlet.
Natural Light Tunnels
Another popular feature for homes is something known as a natural light or sun tunnel. These are a fantastic way to get natural light into your home where there are few windows and doors or none at all. These tunnels make use of reflective surfaces, guiding sunlight through the tunnel and into a specific room, brightening the place up without the need for having lights on in the daytime. Natural light will always be far superior to artificial lighting due to its natural benefits to our physical and mental health, so it’s important to find as many ways as possible to let it into your home. You can also help naturally guide light into your home with mirrors and brightly coloured surfaces, too, so be conscious of this during the design process.