There are many things that can make a home feel luxurious, but there are also a few upgrades that can truly make a home more functional. Here are a few we’d like you to consider:

In the kitchen, put in a pantry with purpose.  More clients are opting for pantries that contain a prep sink, second frig, and coffee stations, among other things. This keeps the things you need handy while reducing kitchen counter clutter.

If space allows, add a pet station or hobby corner. Pets are a large part of our lives, so it only makes sense to include a feeding or washing station in a home remodel along with storage for their leashes and food bags. If you spend a fair amount of time engaged in a hobby, don’t hesitate to include a well-designed dedicated corner for those activities.

Similarly, drop zones and well-designed laundry rooms are integral to controlling clutter and making home organization easier for our busy lives. Drop zones should be dedicated to the home’s occupants – for children, baskets and hooks are important for catching backpacks and jackets. For professionals working long days, shoe cubbies, key hooks and laptop storage can make entering and exiting the home go more smoothly. Check out one of our previous articles on smart components for your laundry room to help create a functional and stylish space to get keep this busy area working well.

Finally, luxury closets have moved beyond basic clothing storage by including luggage storage, jewelry cabinets, and more. They can also serve as a daily dressing room, while featuring collections of handbags and shoes. Most importantly a well-designed closet is personalized to the homeowner so that its beauty and function is appreciated daily.