If you are planning an upcoming new home build, consider these five mind-blowing, high-end house ideas that will give your home dwelling a unique look and feel just by adding these futuristic and eclectic home features into your building plans.

1. Beautiful Cast Stone Fireplaces

Many homeowners are installing hand carved stone fireplaces for an elegant yet different luxury feature that blends with almost any interior design style. Many are made from limestone, and the result is timeless but forward fashionable at the same time. These surround fireplaces look fabulous when the nearby walls and furnishings are of a lighter hue and rich texture.

These can be actual working fireplaces, or the fireplace can just be a surround structure that looks terrific holding candles, a stack of books, wicker baskets and just about anything imaginable. Try this with a large canvas painting hung above the fireplace mantle in an abstract design with vibrant color choices. This gives the room a decidedly modern artistic atmosphere that everyone will envy upon first sight.

2. Large Walk-In Butler Pantries

Food pantries have become almost commonplace in new home designs, but a true larger walk-in butler’s pantry was once only seen in wealthy households that could afford to have live in staff.

Today, many custom new home builders are adding these practical and timesaving spaces to add an extra layer of high-end to their already gorgeous design plans. Many mental health professionals believe interior design affects happiness and moods in general.

Many of these butler pantries also include lots of shelves, cabinets and other storage spots along with countertops that can hold a wide range of kitchen countertop appliances. A pantry can also act like a separate food prep area that is hidden from view. Some homeowners are loving that these pantries can also hold larger kitchen appliances if planned out beforehand.

Some home builders are even installing microwaves, small ovens, a dishwasher and a sink to give the homeowner an easy and contained way to keep the main kitchen neat and tidy while the pantry is used to hold dirty dishes that can be washed by hand or with a dishwasher. This allows the host and/or hostess to remain with their dinner guests without having to feel embarrassed with a pile of dirty dishes on display.

A butler’s pantry can be an area behind a door, a smaller open or enclosed alcove or even built into a pass-through walkway off the kitchen or near the dining room. Install pendant light fixtures and add windows for the right amount of light and consider installing beautiful hardwood flooring to make the pantry look and feel like its own designer space. This is also a good spot to stash a fridge or other wine storage setup.

3. Cool Marine Inspired Lights & Other Home Decor

Many people love water and enjoy going to their favorite water spot for some fun in the sun and to engage in lots of water related activities. Some homeowners are taking their love of marine life and are incorporating fun and whimsical marine inspired lighting fixtures and other home decor items.

Try installing a cool octopus chandelier made from stained glass for a true conversation piece that is totally unique and still practical. Many are installing such light fixtures in their entryways, dining rooms and bedrooms. Install several drop lighting fixtures shaped like marine creatures over a dining room table or kitchen island for a more whimsical and fun look. There are some water aquarium bathroom sinks as well.

If this seems a bit much for the main house rooms, consider adding one to a child or teen’s bedroom space. While at it, create a true underwater world by adding an aquarium headboard that sits on two small bedside dressers. You can also find glass coffee or end tables that have a relaxation promoting aquarium for a cool focal point that is calming and saves space at the same time.

4. Hidden Rooms with Bookcase Entryways & Other Secret Passages

As children, many individuals have been delighted to explore hidden spaces or searching for a pirate’s treasure trove. This activity shouldn’t have to be for kids only. Why not create a hidden room in your new home build? This can be as small or as big of a project as you like. Consider hiding a room behind a bookcase that opens to reveal a secret entryway into your hidden hideaway.

This project is ideal for a home office, a man’s cave or a teen hideout. In fact, these hidden rooms can be whatever a homeowner wishes them to be. Consider making a laundry area by hiding the appliances behind two closet doors. Make use of your unused space underneath a set of stairs. This is perfect for a small and private gaming room or a quiet place for reading.

5. Black Window Frames

One way to add a touch of class to your home is to install black window frames. This is a fantastic way to instantly increase curbside appeal. The black window frames look even better when the window has several sections of glass panes. The black hued frame can be on both the interior and exterior windows or try just using the black frames outside.

The black frames look stunning when the entire windows are surrounded by black, and this is especially captivating when used in homes that have lighter interior spaces to give the room a bit of depth and an edgy vibe that is not overdone and retains the home’s sophisticated style. Try adding a few black shaded accent pieces throughout the room like a black ceiling fan, reading lamps, picture frames or living room end tables with black metal frames.

Adding a few high-end decorative pieces, personalized spaces and upscale household features allows homeowners to create their dream home spaces by surrounding them with their favorite decorative themes and posh comfort features.

Convey Your Dream High-End House Features to Your Builder Beforehand

It is wise to consider what luxury features, upscale interior design touches and special added build additions you want before beginning your new home build. Be sure to communicate the types of high-end additions desired to your chosen home building contractor first.

Create an original and personalized home by adding a few high-end luxurious features that will make coming home a pleasant experience. The above 5 high-end house ideas might be just what you need for your new home build project.

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