You sit back, watching Cribs on MTV, and start dreaming of your own mansion. When designing your place, consider how you entertain and what hobbies you enjoy.
Here are some of the latest ideas to customize your own home:
Your own home theatre: Have a mini-theatre placed in your house. At the Street of Dreams, I saw a mansion with a pirate-themed room---it looked like the inside of a boat. It may become dated in a few years, but a traditional style could work for quite a while. Don't forget the popcorn!
A home spa: Save all that money you spend traveling to an exclusive spa, and build your own! Include a giant shower, steam room, and aromatherapy. Masseuse not included.
A designer back yard: Besides a pool and deck, people are adding much more. Consider a backyard kitchen, a waterfall, a fountain, and lush landscaping. Or, combine the theatre idea and put in an outdoor theatre.
Extensive gardens: Instead of traveling to England or Versailles, create your own garden in your back yard. A landscape architect can design your dream.
Who knows...maybe you'll have your own episode one day....
