Custom Homes Designed for Seamless Indoor-Outdoor Living
Since the pandemic, we’ve seen a rise in Arlington homeowners wanting to invest more in outdoor living spaces that enhance their homes’ functionality, style, and value within their custom home build or home renovation.
As a custom home builder in Arlington, we strive to create personalized outdoor spaces that align with each client’s unique lifestyle. With that in mind, we are finding that many Arlington homeowners are seeking seamless indoor-outdoor living spaces that incorporate smart home technology and prioritize sustainable design.
Blurring the Lines Between Indoor and Outdoor Living Spaces
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The always-popular three-season screened-in porches aren’t going anywhere; we’ve seen them incorporated in more Arlington custom homes than not. These outdoor living spaces are designed to fit perfectly with the home’s architecture and provide an ideal spot for entertaining family and friends or simply starting your day with a cozy cup of coffee while protected from bugs and/or poor weather. One recent Arlington homeowner even requested a screened-in porch off the primary suite as a private space for her and her husband to enjoy an evening glass of wine.
In addition to the traditional screened-in porch, we’ve also seen an increased demand for covered outdoor living spaces with retractable screens for year-round use. Adding folding glass walls to these outdoor living spaces, such as the 16’ wide x 8′ tall Centor folding door in this modern custom home, maximizes light while offering a seamless flow from the indoor space to the outdoor.
Adding a Fireplace for a Cozy Ambiance in Your Outdoor Living Space
Adding a fireplace to your outdoor living space not only creates a cozy ambiance but also allows you to enjoy it during cool Northern Virginia Fall evenings. Fireplaces are a great focal point for your outdoor living space and are safer than a fire pit. When working with our homeowners to add a fireplace to their outdoor living spaces, we ensure they comply with Arlington’s setback and permit requirements, just as we do with all elements of your home construction project.
Smart Technology for Effortless Outdoor Living
Our team always looks for ways to incorporate smart home technologies into our builds. From automated lighting features to weatherproof TVs, app-controlled speakers, and shades that open and close at the push of a button, these cutting-edge technologies make enjoying your outdoor living space a breeze.
When considering which smart home features to incorporate into your outdoor living space, think about how you plan to use your new space. If your goal is to host football watch parties or Friday night movie nights on your patio, then an upgraded sound system, a weatherproof TV, and a Wi-Fi access point make the most sense for you.
Sustainable and Low-Maintenance Outdoor Living Spaces
Arlington homeowners are busy—we get that. When building outdoor living spaces, we work with them to determine their comfort level with maintenance and what materials make the most sense for their budget and lifestyle. As a bonus, recycled decking materials are better for our environment, too!
If you’re considering adding an outdoor living space as part of your custom home build or home addition project, our expert craftsmanship and hands-on approach to homebuilding will ensure that your space is tailored perfectly to your personal needs and built to last. If you’re thinking about transforming your home, contact our team today for a no-pressure consultation, and let’s bring your vision of seamless outdoor-indoor living to life.