Elevated Style, Included Standard

When homeowners build with Eastbrook Homes, they get the power of personalizing their home from the ground up. This process is exciting and, at the same time, having so many choices to make can be quite demanding. One way we take the stress out of building a new home is by giving our customers a head start with included home features. These features are pre-picked for you, so even if you make no design choices, your home will still have a flawless finish! While many of our customers enjoy selecting from different levels of features for an additional cost, we remain a firm believer in the overall quality and look of our included features.  

Our included features are already high quality and on-trend, so our buyers are reassured they’re still getting more home for their money and won’t blow past their budget. In this blog, we’re giving these features their due spotlight to showcase just how beautiful they truly are. We asked a talented Home Creation Studio Designer to create palettes using only included features that represent four popular interior design styles: Natural, Modern, Transitional, and Contemporary.

Read on to find out which style is most “you”!

Our Expertly Designed Included Features

Natural

A natural interior design style brings the outdoors inside by incorporating calming earth tones and raw natural elements like wood or stone. This natural aesthetic was achieved by assembling the following included features:

• Stone or tile flooring
• White granite counters
• Birchwood cabinets
• Natural raw wood shelves
• Bronze hardware 
• Beige or taupe high pile carpeting

Bring the look home after move-in by decorating with ample greenery, layered fabrics and organic shapes. 

Modern

Modern interior design should have a timelessness to it, and also feel deliberate. Choices made outside of functionality should be intentional to send a specific message. Otherwise, keep it clean and simple. Cassidy nailed this modern interior design aesthetic with the following Eastbrook included features:

• Gray stone or warm wood flooring
• Black stained wood cabinets
• Warm white or light gray granite countertops
• Brass or gold hardware
• Black stained wood shelving
• Beige or taupe high pile carpeting

Keep the modern look feeling intentional with streamlined furniture, minimal décor and a few carefully chosen pieces that make a statement.

Transitional

As the name might suggest, transitional interior design is the transition between a more classic, elegant style and contemporary or modern. By combining some ornate elements with clean lines and big patterns, you get a timeless, traditional home that still feels both inviting and sophisticated. To get this look, try this combination from Cassidy:

• Natural light oak wood cabinets
• White quartz countertops
• Brushed brass hardware
• Ivory high pile carpeting
• Natural oak wood flooring 
• Matte stone hexagon tile

The key is in the mix: pair classic furnishings with contemporary accents, then soften the space with inviting fabrics and warm, understated décor.

Contemporary

The contemporary interior design aesthetic is ever evolving to meet today’s standards. Usually it blends open-concept living spaces, neutrals, and layered textures with bold statement pieces. It all comes together to form an inviting, refined aesthetic that feels current without being stiff. Check out this palette from our Home Creation Studio for contemporary inspiration:

• Pewter hardware
• Gray finished cabinets
• White quartz or granite countertops
• Hexagon or gray streaked tile flooring
• Beige high pile carpeting
• Taupe painted shelving

Have fun with this style by introducing a few unexpected elements, such as sculptural furniture, oversized artwork or textured accents that give the neutral palette some personality.

For an Additional Investment

For our homeowners who want to add maximum drama or flair to their home, Cassidy has compiled a list of recommended upgrades that can dramatically elevate your space, at a minimal investment. 

• Cabinet hardware upgrades
• Painting additional rooms or adding in accent walls
• Choose all included light fixtures then upgrade on your own after the home is done
• If you want to make a flooring upgrade, choose a room that means the most to you, like a main bathroom or the kitchen
• Faucets

While it’s tempting to pour your extra funds into the fun finishes and paint selections, we always recommend focusing on the structural needs for your home first. You can always upgrade a countertop, paint color, or faucet. However, adding a Michigan Room or expanding your kitchen will mean a lot more money and disruption to your life down the road.

Start Building Your Dream Home Today

At Eastbrook Homes, we believe your home should be an extension of your personality.  When it comes to choosing the perfect finishes, we make it simple by including beautiful, high-quality, features right out of the gate. Whether your style leans Natural, Modern, Transitional, or Contemporary, our included features are all you need. And if you’re looking to add a little extra flair, just a few strategic upgrades can make a meaningful impact. Are you ready to start building your dream home? Connect with us today.