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Picking the Perfect Floor Plan for Your Lifestyle
Picking the Perfect Floor Plan for Your Lifestyle
Audra Siburt • February 10, 2025

Selecting the right floor plan is one of the most exciting—and important—decisions when buying a new construction home. With 2025 home trends emphasizing flexibility, functional spaces, and energy efficiency, finding a layout that matches your lifestyle is key.

Consider Your Family’s Needs

Think about your current and future needs when choosing between a one-story or two-story home:
Growing Family? Opt for extra bedrooms, a bonus room, or a finished basement. Some home designs have the option to change an office or flex room into an additional bedroom.
Multigenerational Living? Consider a home with a first-floor guest suite, convenient laundry location, and accessible layout.
Enjoy Hosting? Open-concept layouts with a spacious kitchen, formal dining area or breakfast nook and great room work best.

Think About Your Daily Routine

How you use your home day-to-day should influence your layout choice:
Busy mornings? A primary suite with a walk-in closet & ensuite bath streamlines your routine.
Love to cook? A chef’s kitchen with an oversized island & walk-in pantry makes meal prep easy.
Need more storage? Built-in mudroom lockers and extra garage space are must-haves.

 Tour Model Homes & Visualize the Space

Seeing a home in person, or through a 3D tour, helps you experience the flow of the layout. Pay attention to:
Ceiling heights & open spaces for an airy feel.
Bedroom placement for privacy and noise control.
Storage areas to ensure everything has a place.

Work-From-Home & Flex Space Trends

With more buyers prioritizing remote work in 2025, homes with dedicated office space or flex rooms are in high demand. Features like built-in shelving, accent walls, and soundproofing can make your home office both stylish and functional.

Maximize Natural Light & Outdoor Living

Large energy-efficient windows, covered patios, and indoor-outdoor living spaces continue to trend in new home design. Homes with southern exposure or open sightlines can make your space feel brighter and more inviting.

Find the Floor Plan That Fits You

Find the Floor Plan that Fits You

We offer a variety of customizable home designs to fit every lifestyle. Whether you need a spacious open-concept home or a cozy single-story retreat, we have the perfect floor plan for you!

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