We live in an era where, for many, luxury has many meanings and is constantly evolving according to the needs of new generations or the times. What was considered luxury a century ago is no longer so today.
However, there are certain common and recurring characteristics that make a house or an apartment or a villa a luxurious home. So, what features must a villa have to be considered luxurious?
With our experience in real estate, Villas Master delivers in this article the 8 characteristics that any luxury property must have.
- Avant-garde kitchen with pantry
The kitchen is usually the most important room in your home, as it is the center of your family’s daily life. Almost everyone starts their day in the kitchen with a cup of coffee or breakfast to start the day.
It is the place where everyone gathers. The kitchen is where memories (as well as great meals) are made. Family, friends and guests tend to gather around the kitchen. It is also the first thing a potential buyer considers if they are likely to sell their villa in the future.
That’s why luxury properties always incorporate state-of-the-art kitchens with features such as:
– A large multi-functional island bench with generous seating areas.
– Lots of large soft-close drawers.
– Overhead cabinets with lift-up doors.
– Deep, unobstructed benches with LED overhead lighting.
– A hidden “pantry” with a separate sink and dishwasher.
– Plenty of storage space.
- Outdoor living and dining
Outdoor spaces are as important as indoor spaces, and how a villa is able to combine the two are the ultimate realization of indoor-outdoor living.
Luxury villa buyers are looking for a property whose architecture also complements their lifestyle and aspirations. Open spaces and outdoor living areas, cabanas, outdoor kitchens and dining areas are highly sought-after high-end features that add to the living experience.
Features to consider for this area include:
– A built-in barbecue including a small sink, refrigerator and stone worktop.
– Provide outdoor heating (gas, electric or outdoor fireplace),
– Good adjustable lighting to create a comfortable atmosphere at night and even a fan for those hot summer nights.
- Excellent lighting
The best way to create versatile mood lighting in living areas is to use “indirect lighting”, such as recessed LED strips or wall-mounted ceiling lights, rather than many recessed lights.
This indirect lighting should be adjustable and, when combined with carefully selected “recessed lights”, will add a whole new nighttime ambiance to the home.
Other current trends in lighting design in luxury properties include:
– Stair railings with integrated LED lighting.
– Hanging strip lights above island benches.
– LED lighting inside cabinets.
- High quality and environmentally friendly materials
The finishes of a luxury property are extremely important. The use of fine woods, imported marble, designer spaces, high-end appliances… In short, using the best resources to make your villa a comfortable space with all the necessary services.
A luxury home should be a unique residence, comfortable and equipped, to create an original and welcoming atmosphere for the family, while being elegant and impressive for the guests.
And while luxury villas are, of course, known for their high-tech features, buyers are also increasingly looking for sustainable features and materials, from bamboo to solar panels and geothermal heating, and even electric vehicle charging stations.
Due to the rise of sustainability, the real estate market has detected an increase in interest in homes that feature sustainable systems, with the goal of protecting the environment. Thus, it is common to find in these luxury homes elements such as: solar panels, water reuse in the case of crops, the planting of certain foods on the property, etc.
One could even say that it has become the luxury of our century.
- The best location
A luxury villa must be located in a prime location. The location will be fundamental for the success of your investment and you will get a first-class villa.
These areas are usually the most exclusive in the city center. There can also be villas that are located on the outskirts or in the countryside. These are much quieter and have 24-hour security to prevent theft.
Villas in the peripheral zone are often those that offer the most coveted views. For while a panoramic view of the city is beautiful, the most sought after are those with natural landscapes such as mountains, sea views or beautiful parks.
- Entertainment areas
Fully equipped gyms, yoga rooms and spa rooms have remained the staple amenities after swimming pools. Like all villa buyers, luxury buyers are looking for homes with amenities and features that meet their needs and fit their lifestyle.
Why go out for a massage or acupuncture treatment when they can come to your spa at home? Instead of going to the gym during rush hour, your trainer can come to your home at your convenience.
And after a good workout, all you have to do is head to another room in the house to find your home sauna and enjoy a relaxing steam bath.
- Security
Luxury properties usually incorporate good security systems. In apartments, of course, there is never a lack of security guards, but in luxury villas, they usually have some kind of security system, such as:
– Armored doors.
– Digital locking system.
– Security lighting that turns on and off automatically.
– Security cameras.
- Quality and price ratio
As you might expect, the more expensive they are, the better the materials and finishes are generally. In other words, the more luxurious a property is, the higher its price tends to be.
On the other hand, when determining the economic valuation of a property, the location of the house must also be taken into account in order to establish a base price per square meter. That’s why those located, for example, in the central areas of large cities or in privileged places like the coast, can be significantly more expensive.
And yes, you can have all this in the luxury villas you will find at VILLAS MASTER. We know that you deserve a place where you can enjoy yourself and your loved ones.
So, we can take care of finding that perfect villa for you. Check our offers and contact us!
