Customizing your house – or shopping among others' custom homes – can be overwhelming. There are simply so many features since every room in the house can be customized. What's more, the majority of the customization options result in beauty or utility – or both. Select the custom features for your home that will best complement your lifestyle. 

Know your Kitchen Routine

A chef-worthy kitchen doesn't mean much if you eat a lot of take-out. Instead, consider what your dreams are for the kitchen. For instance, it may be a space where you want the family to congregate. In that case, you'll want a hard-working island where people can eat or even do small tasks. If you envision casual mornings, a breakfast nook is a useful addition to your kitchen. Another beneficial customization option is designing task centers or spaces within the kitchen that are specific to a task such as baking or making smoothies.

Consider a Wet Bar

Along that line of thinking, a wet bar is almost a necessity. It should contain a sink, wine rack, mini refrigerator and space for glassware and the alcohol. If you are a wine connoisseur, a wine refrigerator may replace the mini fridge. While most wet bars are concentrated on alcohol, it's possible to design one that's a simple drinks station. The wet bar should be located to facilitate entertaining.

Envision yourself in the Master Bedroom

The bedroom is one of the most personal spaces in a house. It has the power to affect not only your morning and evening routines but also your overall attitude. Look around the master bedroom area, and envision your routines. Will you be entranced by the view from the picture windows, or will you keep them covered in the morning so you can sleep? Likewise, pay attention to the square footage. Extra real estate in the bedroom may seem ideal until you consider it a workout to reach the closet.

Look for Closet Space

Speaking of closets, though, you can almost never have enough space there. As Home and Garden TV points out, an oversized closet offers abundant space for storage. The master closet can also become a dressing room, especially if you outfit it with seating and even a dressing table. Custom-built shelving and other storage areas further make your closet more efficient for storage and getting dressed.

Walk around Outdoors 

Most people will enjoy outdoor activities if they're available to them. At the very least, you want your custom home to have a pretty patio or deck. If you have children, a large yard is essential. Depending on the location, you may even want extra land around your house. Walk around outside the house and consider how the space can complement your outdoor living.

Envision yourself living in the house of your dreams to select the customization features that are right for you. Contact local professionals, such as those from Zicka Homes, for further assistance.