One of the best parts of building a custom home? You get to tailor it to your life—not the other way around. At Prodigy Homes, we’ve seen our clients bring some incredibly smart, stylish, and even downright luxurious ideas to the table.
Here are 7 of our favorite customizations—some surprisingly practical, others just plain fun—that you might want to steal for your future home:
1. A Built-In Steamer in the Laundry Room
This is one of those “how did I ever live without this?” upgrades. A built-in garment steamer makes it easy to refresh clothes quickly without dragging out the iron or making a dry-cleaning run. And yes—it’s tucked neatly into the cabinetry. Luxury meets function.
2. A Sauna in the Primary Suite
Why go to the spa when you can live in one? One of our clients added a personal sauna right off the primary bathroom. It’s the ultimate daily unwind—just steps from your bed.
3. Coffee Bar Built Right In
Coffee first, everything else second. We’ve built custom coffee bars complete with cabinets, under-counter fridges, and outlets tucked behind upper shelving for espresso machines or kettles. Whether it’s in the kitchen, the primary suite, or even upstairs near a home office, it’s a daily luxury that feels ultra-personal.
4. Gym Room in the Basement
A dedicated space for health and wellness? Yes, please. Clients have added gym rooms complete with wall mirrors, rubber flooring, and built-in media setups. And since it’s downstairs, the rest of the house stays peaceful.
5. Stackable Washer/Dryer in the Garage
One family wanted a second laundry area for muddy clothes and sports gear. The solution? A stackable washer and dryer setup in the garage. It’s genius for anyone who hikes, camps, works in the trades—or just lives with teens.
6. Garage Side Door + EV Charger
We’ve installed side-access garage doors (for gear, golf carts, or even pets) and pre-wired EV chargers to keep things future-ready. It’s the kind of detail that feels small until it makes your daily life so much smoother.
7. Makeup Counter Instead of a Tub
Not everyone wants a soaking tub. One client opted for a custom vanity counter with built-in lighting and extra storage instead. It was glamorous, personalized, and 100% more useful for their routine.
What’s Your Dream Detail?
These upgrades prove that luxury doesn’t have to be massive or over-the-top—it just has to fit you. Whether it’s wellness-inspired, storage-savvy, or made for entertaining, your home should be as personal as your lifestyle.
Have an idea you’ve been dreaming about? We’d love to help make it a reality. Get in touch here or explore our floor plans to start imagining your own dream home.
