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alimdunk

Top design features luxury new build

alimdunk
7 anni fa

I am looking to build a luxury 5 bedroom house in the country. What are the essential features I should include to make this as attractive as possible? A top ten? ...... Thank you for your input.

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  • Lauren
    7 anni fa

    For me the no1 is an attractive, well built exterior that is sympathetic to the local area.

    Working down the list from there:

    2. Large light kitchen with island

    3. Wrap around garden

    4. Ensuite to master with clawfoot tub and good view

    5. High ceilings (might seen an odd one but higher ceilings always feel airier and more luxurious - plus you can add beautiful lighting in)

    6. Orangery/sun room to rear leading to patio space

    7. Beautiful large windows (no UPVC or tiny dark windows)

    8. Separate pantry/utility with butlers sink

    9. Attractive staircase in entrance hall

    10. A smart detached garage styled similarly to the main house would be a bonus for many.

    Commenti (11)

    • A B
      7 anni fa

      Very similar to above:

      house attractive and sympathetic to location. Good quality throughout

      large kitchen dining family room over looking garden

      good size plot/garden

      large master suite with dressing area large ensuite and best views

      double bedrooms

      at least 2 separate reception rooms

      utility/boot room (ideally separate but not essential)

      lots of storage

      large hallway and statement staircase

      detached double garage (preferably with a room above)

      alimdunk ha ringraziato A B
    • PRO
      The Wood Works
      7 anni fa

      Most large luxury houses we see in the countryside will contain features such as a cinema/games room, a gym, or even a bar. Just to give you an idea of some of the things we have done for clients in similar situations;

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      An expansive entrance/hallway is also a great idea as it sets the tone for the rest of the propery;


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    • PRO
      Konvalina Design Studio
      7 anni fa

      In addition to the above:

      Well incorporated artworks in the public areas. (e.g. entrance hall)

      alimdunk ha ringraziato Konvalina Design Studio
    • minnie101
      7 anni fa

      I like all the comments above!

      1. Complements environment

      2. Large feature windows (no awkward ones to dress) and high ceilings

      3. Large kitchen/diner with island and larder with a play room or den off of it

      4. Guest ensuite room

      5. At least one feature fire of sorts

      6. Well planned utility/boot room

      7. Good storage throughout

      8. a decent sized hall with a view to the garden if possible

      9. A walk in wardrobe/dressing room to the master bedroom if possible

      10. Well planned and effective practical solutions such as heating, flooring, lighting, windows etc. I would also personally avoid a rendered facade as I have a very hefty decorating bill coming up!


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    • PRO
      Home By Design Ltd
      7 anni fa

      Hey,


      If you drop me a message I'm more than happy to discuss and hopefully we can work together with our collab architect :)


      Jade

    • A B
      7 anni fa

      Yes minnie101 is so right, I wouldn't buy a country house without a fireplace (or scope for one at the very least). That will have to be my number 11!


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    • PRO
      Davonport Kitchen & Home
      7 anni fa
      Ultima modifica: 7 anni fa

      Hi Alimdunk.

      We may be a little biased but we'd definitely suggest you put a lot of focus on creating a luxury kitchen at the heart of your home. We work on lots of new-build projects and more often than not the kitchen becomes the main socialising space above the living room! If open plan living is to your taste then perhaps a large open plan space that flows from kitchen to dining to living area, all with bi-fold doors that open onto the garden and presumably beautiful country views? Also, a couple of people above suggest a utility room, this is definitely a good idea. Hiding away the washing machine/ tumble dryer etc will make your kitchen space much more attractive and keep the mess and clutter of washing etc. elsewhere. Perhaps you could even have a utility/ boot room - perfect for kicking off the wellies after a countryside walk.

      We've put some pictures below of some our projects that might help inspire you with your project.

      Whatever you choose for your new home - best of luck with it all!

      Kindest regards, Davonport.

      Orford | A classic country kitchen with coastal inspiration. · Maggiori informazioni

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    • obobble
      7 anni fa
      Attractive, well proportioned exterior not too big for plot

      Generous hall/ circulation space and feature stairs

      At least one proper fireplace (links to final point)

      Practical easy to clean floors in most of downstairs

      Plenty of sensor controlled outside lights ( it gets blummin dark)

      Separate laundry and boot room.

      Porches to shelter front and back doors

      Hot and cold outside taps

      A solution for rubbish broadband speeds.

      At least one dog

      Facilities/ options for keeping warm, fed, entertained and connected in case of a lengthy power cut. E.g. Old style phone, open fire/ stove, gas hob, camping light etc. Depending how isolated you are this could include a generator input point in your electrics circuit.
    • A B
      7 anni fa

      I'm trying to imagine the EA description for that house obobble! Comes complete with camping light, old phone and dog?!


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      AVA Projects
      7 anni fa

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