What Puts the "Luxury" in Luxury Homes?

Posted: March 22nd, 2013

A Person’s Home is Their Castle

One aspect of luxury real estate is easy to identify: that no two luxury homes in Brevard County are the same. For some, living in luxury means having an immersive outdoor living space. For others, it means building and decorating their homes with the finest materials and contemporary features and fixtures. From the grand entrance to the back patio, each homeowner’s ideal luxury living space encompasses different layouts, different design techniques, and different amenities. With such a wide range of traits to choose from, how do we settle on a singular definition for luxury real estate?

The answer lies somewhere in the midst of all of these notions of luxury, as most elegant residences offer a comprehensive blend of each of these features. For some real estate professionals, luxury pertains mainly to the sales price of the real estate in question, with a price tag of $1 million as a baseline for many major metropolitan areas around the country. However, here in Brevard County, we’ve seen properties at all price points that provide their homeowners with plenty of luxury features. 

From the lush natural beauty of waterways and coastal areas to the abundant modern amenities in town and city centers, Brevard County lends itself quite naturally to a luxury lifestyle. Many neighborhoods and condominium complexes in the area give homeowners a space with a view and easy access to world-class dining, shopping, and entertainment. Thus, you can find luxury real estate in abundance throughout the Space Coast. 

For the purposes of this article, and perhaps to help you identify your most desired characteristics in your home search, we’re going to discuss a few of the most common home features that set Brevard County luxury homes apart from the rest.

Luxury Location

“Location, location, location” is probably the most commonly repeated phrase in real estate. And it does have merit: an otherwise great home can suffer if it doesn’t have jobs, highly rated schools, recreation options, and scenic views nearby. 

Luckily, in Brevard County, it’s hard to find a space that’s not within a short drive from world-class shopping and entertainment, including the Kennedy Space Center, the Avenue at Viera, the USSSA Space Coast Complex, the beaches, and beyond. Top quality schools are easily accessible throughout the region, the job economy is strong, waterways and nature trails provide abundant recreational activities, and gorgeous coastal scenery graces almost every space. In a nutshell, Brevard County is a luxury location in itself. 

Construction and Design Features

Second only to location, most potential buyers are looking for unique features that add beauty and functionality to the home space. Often, the uniqueness is the key–luxury real estate is far from cookie cutter and strives to stand out from similar properties in the area. To break it down further, excellence in the following categories can give a home the luxury distinction: 

Ample square footage

Especially in this post-pandemic era, people have been using their homes as all-in-one hubs for work, creativity, and hobbies as well as standard basic necessities. To make this vision a reality, you obviously need a good deal of square footage to accommodate several different functions. Typical luxury homes are at least 2,500 square feet and have standalone offices, workout rooms, etc. in addition to bedrooms–think a large study with built-in shelving or a room for crafts that has plenty of storage space and extra electrical outlets.

Outdoor living space

In addition to desiring functional work and hobby spaces within the home, most people seeking luxury living spaces want outdoor living spaces where they can entertain and enjoy a little slice of paradise at home–especially here in Central Florida. Many luxury homes you find in the area will have large patios, pools, spas, fire pits, summer kitchens, and expansive backyards. Depending on location, this may also include private boat and fishing docks or access to golf course greens. No matter the setting, having an area where you can “get away from it all” without going more than a few steps away is a key ingredient of real luxury living. 

Designer finishes and materials

Granite and quartz countertops, marble flooring, high-end appliances, and modern lighting fixtures are all hallmarks of luxury home design. Building a home with similar upgraded materials throughout can bring an extra dose of beauty and charm to any homeowner’s everyday life. Think of these special materials as providing you with comfort and functionality with a touch of indulgence. 

Some prospective homeowners seek out specific local builders known for their expertise in the field and artistic eye for design. In Brevard County, well-known luxury names include Christopher Burton Homes, Trivium Luxury Homes, DiPrima Homes, and Echelon Builders, among many others.  

Smart home features and updated technology

Incredible contemporary technology has made it possible for homeowners to manage most of their regular home functions right from their smartphones. Smart home features are a dream come true for those who love entertaining; such features include temperature control, light control and color setting, home security systems, and sound and entertainment systems.

Smart home features often offer environmentally friendly benefits; for example, you can “unplug” devices not in use with a smart plug, or you can program your smart thermostat to automatically adjust based on your activity at home. Luxury home design is increasingly becoming environment conscious and relying on sustainable materials like bamboo to create beautiful, functional spaces. Exciting technology, a lowered carbon footprint, and a reduced energy bill are huge benefits for everyone.

Community Amenities

There’s nothing more luxurious than enjoying entertainment and even shopping and dining within your own neighborhood. Master-planned communities like Viera have been expertly designed to give each distinctive region a self-contained living experience. In single-family homes and luxury condo complexes alike, here are just a few of the amenities that are most valuable to homeowners: 

Parks, green spaces, and trails

Green spaces are among the simplest and yet most desirable amenities in any community. Parks, trails, and fields offer residents innumerable options for recreation and appeal to everyone from children to seniors. Many of Brevard County’s trails are graced by natural wetlands and wildlife preserves.

Clubhouses and community centers

Many neighborhoods offer residents access to clubhouses with a variety of facilities, from stocked kitchens to billiards rooms, computer and internet rooms, meeting rooms, and cafes. In particular, 55+ communities like Bridgewater or Grand Isle in Viera make the community center a hub for social activities, mixers, and events. Clubhouses like these are beneficial for residents’ work and social lives alike.

Resort-style pools

Even if you have a pool in your backyard, there’s something special about taking a walk to the community resort-style pool, often complete with chaise lounges, cabanas, a dining area, and an outdoor grilling space. Many luxury communities have large, well-maintained pool facilities with hot tubs, fountains, and outdoor showers for anyone who wants to take a staycation.

Exercise Facilities

Among the most common reasons why people give up on their fitness goals are 1:because it’s too much of a hassle to drive out to the gym and 2: because gym memberships are expensive. When an exercise facility is free and within walking distance, there’s nothing preventing residents from staying fit and active. Fitness centers offer incredible value to all residents.

Luxury is Unique

There is no official definition of a luxury home; more often than not, the luxury is in the eye of the beholder. Each of the luxury homes we sell at Ellingson Properties offers the buyer unparalleled comfort, convenience, and access to the best of what the community has to offer. Learn more about our luxury homes for sale in Brevard County, or give us a call at 321-750-7050 today.