Last week my husband and I visited Carmel, CA. As we walked along the beautiful beaches, admiring the multi-million dollar homes with gorgeous ocean views, we discussed what aspects of our next home (or even a small vacation home) would be most important to us.
We decided that our list looks like this:
A small, efficient layout.
Views of something beautiful in nature: mountains, water, etc..
Fun things to do nearby that would attract family.
A place that’s easily accessible by plane.
An architecturally interesting and well-designed home.
Use of quality materials.
Simple. Easy to maintain.
Luckily, my husband and I share similar priorities as it relates to what our future looks like. Neither of us finds it important to have grand objects or ‘fancy’ things, but we do value quality, both in objects and in relationships, and convenience. Having a few close friends and family members who like to come often is much more important to us than having a showpiece house or a place for large parties, and comfort and convenience are high on the list as well.
What’s important to you and your loved ones?
It’s a great thing to consider as you invest in your current home, or dream about a future one…
This remodel project of ours on Lake Travis has gorgeous views and a cozy interior.