American society is moving towards smaller houses in order to accommodate changing lifestyles and current economic reality.
Today's buyers want cost-effective architecture, plans that focus on spaces and not rooms and homes that are designed "green" from the beginning. Large kitchens that are open to the main family living area bring about family togetherness- casual living, entertaining and flexible spaces.
Large kitchens with islands and granite countertops are a must for buyer's moving up.
Energy efficient appliances and high-efficiency insulation and high window efficiency without question ranks at the top.
Home office/study is another area of high desirability brought about by today's economy.
Main-floor master suite is a must feature for empty-nesters.
Outdoor living roomis more popular than an outdoor cooking area.
Master suite soaker tubs Whirlpools are still desirable but oversize showers with seating areas are moving upin popularity.
Stone and brick exteriors are impacting most homes.
Community landscaping are the most popular when they have walking paths and playgrounds.
Two-car garagesIt's popular at all levels. But three car garages in which the third bay is more often than not used for additional storage and not automobiles.
4/07/2010
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