If you’ve looked at many master suites in homes that aren’t custom-built, they seem to take on a certain pattern. Sure, the best may be large, with attached bathrooms that have some luxurious features. However, they often seem impersonal and bland. The master bedroom is supposed to be a personal space where you can relax. It should cater to your needs exactly and have features that make sense for your lifestyle. Here are six advantages of a truly custom master suite that you should consider for yourself.
1. Get the Size and Structure You Want
The first advantage of getting a truly master custom suite is that you can get exactly the size, shape and structure that you want. Some people prefer a very large master suite that has room for a king-sized bed and several other elements. Others think that such massive bedrooms are impractical and can undermine the cozy ambiance. Wherever your preferences lie on the bedroom-size scale, you should work with a builder who can get you the exact size you’re looking for.
What about shape and structure? A custom bedroom should end up being a shape that makes sense with the rest of your floorplan. It will also depend on the other elements you want to add to your space. Don’t forget that in a truly custom master bedroom, you should also have ceiling options. Do you want a vaulted ceiling, for that extra sense of luxury? A good designer can make it happen.
2. Add More Function
Too many master suites are just a large room, with just a plain bathroom and walk-in closet attached. These really rely on décor to make the room functional. While décor can help, the best bedroom spaces have more functions built into them from the get-go. Afterall, these days we expect many spaces in our home to serve multiple purposes, and the bedroom is no exception.
First, consider the closet. You might benefit from having a built-in storage system in the closet, personalized to your exact needs and clothing. The features you want—such as large mirrors, the right lighting to apply makeup, and shelving for your shoes, should be included from the start. Also, consider including recessed shelving in other parts of the bedroom.
You may choose to add other functional spaces to your bedroom. Consider a sitting space. Many people add two chairs and a table, but the space can be so much more practical if it is defined architecturally. Give the sitting space a recessed floor, a half-wall, or different flooring. If you’d like an office area in the bedroom, you can use the same tricks to give yourself a sense of space.
When you plan out the master bedroom, you can also include bed-end and bedside features. Make sure you have enough room for the ottoman you’d like on the end of the bed, or for the his and hers bedside drawers you’ve always wanted.
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3. Get Unique Features
If there is a unique feature you’d like to have in your bedroom, it’s best to include it in the original design, as it can be cost-prohibitive to add these kinds of features afterwards. Plus, any designer who is offering a truly custom design should be happy to include these unique features in your master suite. Consider:
Fireplace: Fireplaces, whether wood, gas, or electric, can bring heat, texture, and beauty into your master suite.
Skylight: Want to look at the stars every night? Or, do you enjoy being woken by daylight? A skylight with built-in blinds will let you see the sky whenever you want to.
Waterfall shower: Don’t forget the bathroom part of your suite. Consider unique shower options, like a waterfall shower, which are best added to a new bathroom from the start.
Heated flooring: No one likes cold toes in the morning. Heated flooring systems will ensure your bare feet are always comfortable. Plus, they are a highly efficient heating method.
Lighting options: Don’t just stop at light dimmers to customize your bedroom lighting. If you have independent lighting for each side of the bed, then you or your partner can more easily read in bed after the other has gone to sleep.
4. Connect with Other Spaces
One of our primary goals for the custom master suites we create is to enable our client’s lifestyle and habits. Whatever you do after you wake up and before you go to sleep, your master bedroom should be oriented in the home to make that simple. Part of that is connecting with spaces that you want to use at these times. Depending on how you live, that could include:
Patio:Connecting to your patio makes sense if you like to wake with the sunrise or talk with your partner on the balcony before bed.
Sauna: If a sauna is part of your daily ritual, why not put it right next to the bedroom, or attached to the master bathroom?
Dressing room: Forget a walk-in closet. Get a dressing room with more space, seating, and anything else you need to get ready in the morning.
Nursery: For convenience and peace of mind, you may want your room to be directly connected to the nursery.
5. Focus on Beauty
Of course, a master suite isn’t just about function. The beauty and style of the space is essential to your comfort in it too. And, when you have a truly custom master suite, you can include more in-depth and unusual design choices.
You might consider accent walls that are about more than just color. Consider fabric or cushioned walls to make the room more comfortable. Or, just the opposite, try exposed brickwork or stone.
Another great spot to focus on is the ceiling, as emphasizing it can make the room seem larger or more
Wooden beams on the ceiling can create a rustic, warm atmosphere. Or, consider a tray ceiling to add elegance and sophistication.
6. Try Two Master Suites
Whatever you want in your custom home goes. If you want a second master suite as a spot for the in-laws or for guests, add it to your design!