Discerning buyers are not necessarily looking for more square footage in high end communities like Spanish Hills, The Lakes, Seven Hills, Belacere and Tournament Hills. Many customers have refocused their attention to the overall finish of these properties. Both buyers and home owners are placing an emphasis on luxury that will enrich their lifestyle and ultimately add to the value of their home.
Wet rooms
Wet rooms have come into vogue over the last few years and remain popular today. Wetrooms are a new, modern style of bathroom with no constraints or compartmentalized shower areas. There are no steps but rather a gradually sloped floor that allows the water to drain. They are quite versatile and can be used in smaller ensuites as well as grand master baths inside luxury homes here in Las Vegas.
Ceiling finishes
I’m also seeing a trend towards high end wall, floor and ceiling finishes. In fact, most surfaces are being finished out in some shape or form. The luxury segment is seeing a lot of “raw stone” walls, which help capture the natural aesthetic of our desert environment, as well as the traditional wood and tile. I personally love interior stone walls. They bring the outside in and really make a room pop. Stone finishes can vary greatly and there is a vast array of colors, textures and sizes to choose from.
Attention to detail
A heavy emphasis on extravagance is what sets luxury homes in Las Vegas apart from others. The highly detailed millwork that goes into custom cabinetry in a Spanish Trail residence or the precise cuts and the choice materials meticulously handpicked for finishing work on a Queensridge estate, could easily cost hundreds of thousands more than another home with the same square footage. A kitchen may easily cost 150 thousand more than a spec home kitchen found in Aliante after all the details are accounted for. It’s this attention to detail where the high end homeowners are choosing to put their money these days.
All things considered
Home owners in affluent Las Vegas neighborhoods are also paying close attention to colors, LED lighting, flooring and any other common material that can help unify rooms and create a residence that flows well. Other luxury amenities that are popular right now are outdoor kitchens and custom wine cellars. High end buyers are also demanding smart homes that are fully wired for their convenience. These features allow home owners to monitor their security systems, temperature and smoke detectors (just to name a few) all through their iPad.
It’s this attention to detail and finishing work which sets Las Vegas luxury homes apart from the others. This should be taken into consideration by both buyers and sellers before they enter the luxury market.