The latest designs are all about living your best life, whether it be having an ultimate chef’s kitchen, lavish main bedroom, spa-inspired bathroom, or oversized garage that doubles as a gym.
As you plan your dream home, the key is to select the best possible features that are not just perfect for now but will last long into the future.
Here are some future-proof trends to consider, inspired by the eight brand new designs in the Simonds Masterpiece range.
1. A true chef’s kitchen
In 2025, kitchens are quite simply fit for a chef. Shaun Patterson, Chief of Sales & Marketing at Simonds, says the ultimate designs feature induction cooktops, double ovens, and high-performance rangehoods.
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Kitchens are becoming even more of a focus for buyers in 2025.
Built-in fridges, dishwashers, and microwaves offer a stylish but functional approach, while an adjacent butler’s pantry takes the cooking experience to the next level.
“A butler’s pantry is one of those game-changer features,” he says. “It keeps the mess out of sight, so whether you’re hosting or just making dinner, your kitchen always looks its best.”
Butler’s pantries, such as those in the Simonds Masterpiece range Monteclaire, can feature deep drawers, open shelving, a second sink and dishwasher, and even wine fridges and coffee stations.
2. Indoor-outdoor luxury
In today’s designs, indoor-outdoor living is being elevated to the point where it’s almost hard to see where the inside stops and the outside starts.
Patterson says large, retractable glass doors open entire walls to the outdoors, and consistent flooring further blurs the boundaries.
“Think disappearing walls, integrated flooring, and alfresco spaces that feel like an extension of your home,” he says.
Extending living spaces into the outdoors, blurring the boundaries of inside and out is key for buyers.
3. Lavish main bedrooms
Turning to the main bedroom, the most inspiring designs could fairly be called “lavish”.
With spa-like ensuites, private outdoor spaces, layered lighting to suit different times of the day, and plush finishes such as upholstered walls, there’s no end to the luxury.
Topping things off, Patterson says walk-in robes are bigger and better than ever, such as the dual walk-in robe in the Chatsworth by Simonds’ Masterpiece.
“Walk-in robes are more than storage – they’re a statement of style and organisation, designed to showcase your wardrobe while keeping your space clutter-free,” he says.
Buyers want to experience luxury with a genuine suite for the main bedroom.
4. Hotel-like guest suites
Guests are getting the royal treatment with hotel-like suites.
Patterson says some have private entrances with direct outdoor access via sliding or French doors, and luxury ensuites.
They also have flexible layouts facilitated with sliding doors, so they can double as home offices or reading rooms.
With suites reminiscent of a luxury hotel, your visitors may never want to leave.
5. Spa-inspired bathrooms
Day spas are increasingly popular, and it’s now possible to capture the same bliss in your home.
Patterson says spa-inspired bathrooms and ensuites, such as in the Elm design, are calming sanctuaries.
They feature freestanding bathtubs, rainfall showers, organic materials, and mood lighting such as dimmable lighting and under-cabinet LEDs for ambiance.
Bathrooms can be a tranquil retreat with freestanding tubs, rain showers, and mood-enhancing lighting.
6. Multi-functional spaces
To cater for continually changing needs, 2025 designs are all about flexibility. Patterson points to the Simonds Masterpiece Norwood design as a good example of an upstairs central space that can be used for play, study, or relaxation.
“Whether it’s a home office that doubles as a guest room, or a media space that can evolve as your family grows, adaptable design is the future,” says Patterson.
Open-plan living areas remain popular, contrasted with quiet zones such as the dedicated sitting room in the York design.
“Flexible layouts ensure that families can come together while still having space to pursue individual activities,” he says.
7. Dual-storey layouts
With everyone looking to maximise space, particularly in knock-down rebuilds, a dual-storey design can be the answer.
Patterson says a popular move is to put the shared spaces downstairs, such as the kitchen, dining, living, and guest rooms, and the quiet spaces upstairs, such as the bedrooms and study.
Buyers want to maximise space with a dual-storey home: shared areas below, private retreats above.
8. Modern conveniences
In addition to classic needs, future-proof designs feature modern conveniences that truly make life easy.
For example, they might have a mudroom with bench seating, a laundry with built-in drying racks and ample storage, or an oversized garage that can double as a home gym or Pilates studio.
“The mudroom is the unsung hero of modern homes – keeping clutter at bay while providing a practical space to transition from outdoors to indoors,” says Patterson.
