One New Year’s resolution people tend to keep involves making a fresh start by relocating and building their dream home. From 2018 through 2022, new-construction homes averaged 1.54 million annually. That’s because many decided to put the congestion and issues of city life behind them and move to Tennessee’s serene and picturesque landscape.
If you are ready for an improved quality of life in Bristol, TN, these three house trends for 2024 are worth considering as you start planning your new home.
1. Maximize Storage Capacity
It can be challenging to integrate enough storage space when a home is in the planning stages. Looking at blueprints can be abstract, and working families typically have to measure rooms to get a true feel for their spaciousness. Unfortunately, storage space too often takes a back seat to bedroom suites, bathrooms and open kitchen floor plan dimensions.
One effective way to ensure you have enough room to store seasonal clothing, recreational equipment, and other products is to measure your current square footage. If boxes and items are stacked and crowded into these areas, that’s a telltale sign you need a storage upgrade. Start by adding 20 percent to what you have now and go up from that figure if needed.
2. Why 5-Bedroom Floor Plans Work
Whether you are relocating to Tennessee after your children have grown up or you plan on raising a family, five-bedroom floor plans offer tremendous flexibility. These spacious rooms, with full closets, serve multiple purposes. When not used as personal sleeping quarters, they can become home offices, yoga and meditation areas, and places to enjoy hobbies.
What’s wonderful about having five bedrooms is the fact you have ample space for the entire family to stay for holidays and get-togethers. You’re never truly an empty-nester when you have five spacious bedrooms.
3. Add an All-Season Room
An all-season room can be a quality-of-life game changer. Large windows flood the space with natural light and stave off the winter blues. During warm summers, screens can be opened to infuse the room with fresh air.
During all 12 months, homeowners have a place to take in the beautiful natural landscape and night sky. Not only does sitting in an all-season room while you enjoy a morning beverage set the tone for the day, it also increases your property value.
If you’re looking for a gated community where you can build a home, The Reserve at Leonard Farms in Bristol, Tennessee, has just what you need. Contact us today to choose a lot for your dream space, and let’s get the process started.
