New year, new home? Whether you’re planning on moving into a lavish new pad or are making some tweaks to your current abode to elevate it to opulent new heights, there’s nothing like a clean slate to get the ball rolling and create the kind of dream home you’ll adore waking up in each day.
If money is no object, then there are some stand-out features that are guaranteed to transform not just your living space, but your lifestyle, too – and from relaxation and leisure-focused additions to help you achieve a sense of balance to more practical features to make the day-to-day that little bit easier, these are some of the top ones to consider splurging on in 2023.
A sumptuous home spa
In today’s modern world, the stresses and strains of our fast-paced, always-on lifestyles can quickly begin to take their toll – which is why it’s more important to prioritise rest, relaxation and self-care in 2023. And what better way to do just that than to have your own private home spa installed so that you can soak away those day-to-day worries in the Jacuzzi with a glass of champagne or sweat out those toxins in your own personal sauna in complete privacy and seclusion?
There are plenty of other additions you might consider if you want to go all out, from a Turkish hammam to a steam room or heated pool. And, of course, you’ll want to ensure you have a private treatment room ready and waiting for when you call in your favourite mobile therapist for a massage.
A luxurious lift
If you live in a multi-storey town house or an enormous mansion, it can take a surprising amount of time to get to where you want to go – and when it comes to moving furniture, shopping and other items around, the endless flights of stairs can make things feel more stressful than they need to.
Installing a lift won’t just make the upper echelons of your property more easily accessible and simplify shifting items around, but is also a great way to future-proof your home so that it suits your needs as you age – as well as making life a little easier for elderly relatives living in or visiting your home.
Today, there are some surprisingly opulent lift options to choose from, including glass capsules and those with high-tech voice command features inside – so having one installed might feel like more of a luxury than you think. Be sure to bring in experienced lift installers to ensure that the process is quick, easy and minimally disruptive and you’ll wonder why you didn’t get one sooner.
A personal wine cellar
For the fine wine connoisseur, a home wine cellar is a must to ensure that all of your best vintages are correctly stored to preserve their quality. Not only that, but it will ensure your most expensive bottles are kept out of sight and are safely locked away – so if you’re partial to particularly pricey investments then you can rest assured that they’ll be inaccessible to any potential intruders.
There are a variety of innovative wine storage solutions to choose from, offering built-in natural ventilation as well as temperature and humidity control. Not all wines are created equal, and the most modern offerings make it possible to customise how each one is stored to ensure that every individual bottle retains its quality and value. They don’t come cheap, with some of the most opulent wine cellars likely to set you back as much as £90,000 – but it’s a small price to pay when it comes to keeping your beloved wines just as nature intended.
A walk-in wardrobe
If your wardrobe is bursting at the seams with designer garments and you’re struggling to find room to store your luxury accessories, then it might be time to consider a walk-in closet. Dedicating an entire room to your most expensive attire will allow you to see your options more easily and provide space in which you can try on different combinations without spilling out into your bedroom – and can include floor-to-ceiling mirrors to provide superior viewing from all angles and shelving on which to display your most prized handbags or watches.
High-end clothing and accessories deserve to be treated with respect, and a walk-in wardrobe will ensure they are all correctly stored with room to breathe, as well as making the experience of getting dressed each day or choosing an outfit for a special event more enjoyable and less stressful.
An elegant fireplace
A fireplace adds luxury to a home in several ways. Firstly, it serves as a focal point in a room, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere – the sight and sound of a crackling fire can evoke feelings of comfort and relaxation, making a home feel more cosy and welcoming. Secondly, a fireplace can be a source of heat, which can be especially luxurious during cold winter months, helping to lower heating costs and reduce dependence on central heating systems.
Additionally, a fireplace can be a unique design feature in a home, with many options for customization such as the choice of materials, the style of the mantel, and the type of fuel used. A fireplace can also be designed to match the overall aesthetic of a home, whether it be traditional or modern and it can also add value to a home, as it is considered a desirable feature by many potential buyers.
In modern homes, gas or electric fireplaces are becoming more popular as they are easy to install, are low maintenance and can be controlled by a remote or smartphone. They are also more energy efficient and don’t require the cleaning and maintenance that traditional fireplaces do.
