The Top Three Design Choices to Consider When Designing Your Dream Home
When it comes to designing your dream home, there is an abundance of factors to make decisions about. Starting with the foundational considerations—the home’s orientation on its plot, how the space will be used, and your unique lifestyle—is important for creating a home that is functional as well as beautiful. Carefully considering these design choices will help you hone in on what you need when building the abode of your dreams.
Orientation of the Home
The orientation of a home refers to the cardinal direction in which it is facing. The direction a home faces can impact its energy efficiency, natural light, and overall comfort. At Cedar + Steel, we’ll work with you to harness the natural elements, like orienting the house so there isn’t too much solar gain but ensuring you’re still getting plenty of natural light and maximizing views. As Utah locals, we understand how the orientation of a home should be considered in conjunction with the seasons. For example, we typically like to build bedrooms on the South side so that during the colder months, they stay warm and comfortable. If the house faces due west, it can get unbearably hot in the summer. Our goal is to create a comfortable, energy-efficient living space for you.
A Gathering Space for Entertainment & Relaxation
Home can be an excellent gathering space for entertainment and relaxation. It's important to create a proportional space that feels welcoming and comfortable to you and your guests. By incorporating designated areas for things like comfortable seating, entertainment systems, lighting, and decoration into the design, your space will be inviting and cozy but not crowded. We take an intimate and collaborative approach to designing your home—we’ll work closely with you to align your needs to the number of people that will be regularly gathering in your space.
Matching Home & Lifestyle
Your home is the place where you spend a significant amount of time, and it should be a reflection of your personality, habits, and preferences. A home that doesn't align with your lifestyle can create feelings of discomfort and unease, making it harder for you to relax and unwind. Matching your lifestyle to your home can also save you time and money in the long run. For example, if you're someone who enjoys cooking, having a spacious and well-equipped kitchen can make meal preparation more manageable and enjoyable. At Cedar + Steel, we take the time to get to know our clients and think critically about their needs. We don’t design rooms that won’t get used, and we always try to include details that will make our clients' lives easier. We’re dedicated to providing homeowners with a tailored home design.
When you work with Cedar + Steel, we’ll draw on our expertise to walk you through each of these considerations and more. Planning your dream home can be an exciting and daunting endeavor, but as long as you consider these design choices, you’ll be well on your way to having a home you can’t live without. Our goal is to lay the groundwork for a successful build so you can enjoy your dream home for years to come.
