What's a Dream House in the 21st Century?

November 2, 2011


There was an article in this morning's Wall Street Journal that discussed the floor plans of new housing - what's in and what's out.

In the 1990s and early 21st century the grand foyer with the open staircase was a desirable feature, but the grand entry is no longer in the new house designs. The trend seems to be toward open floor plans, great rooms and well appointed outdoor living spaces. More single story than two story - back to the California ranch.


Think about it. How many friends do you have who have redone a patio complete with outdoor kitchen and Bar-B-Q. You can now see outdoor furniture that resembles the sofas and chairs of a living room. (Of course, this is Southern California where the weather encourages outdoor living.)


Dream a little. What would your dream house be? Would it be one of our classic Victorians? Would it be a Spanish bungalow? Would it be a ranch, a mid century modern, an impressive manor house?


What style of home fits with your lifestyle?