Contemporary luxury homes: discover the most beautiful ones made in Brazil

The concept of luxury homes has evolved over the years. If before what was considered "luxurious" were large mansions with extravagant decoration, today, the most exquisite homes are those that offer comfortable, beautiful spaces and, above all, technology combining in sustainable actions for greener construction . For this reason, when we think of modern luxury homes , the concept is closely related to sustainable construction combined with good interior design . In Brazilian architecture, some names stand out with this type of construction, many of them have already made their presence felt and are history at CASACOR . This change that permeates the characteristics of the new luxury meets new habits that people are seeking, especially a new generation, which is more connected and also values experiences above all else. This means that large luxurious mansions have given way to compact and functional spaces ; extravagant styles to minimalist decor . And so on! The new luxury refers to everything that connects this new audience to nature, technology and desirable immersions. Unique homes with innovative designs are what transcends and excites when it comes to modern luxury homes . Below, learn about some aspects that define luxury homes, what their advantages are, main features and some beautiful projects to inspire you ( and some are even accommodation options for the post-pandemic period ).

Modern luxury home decor

Even when we think of luxury homes, it is common to associate them with very extravagant projects. Houses with swimming pools, huge gardens, and large spaces with a retro atmosphere may permeate our thoughts, but what is really important when decorating a home? luxury ?

Nowadays, this concept mentioned in the previous paragraph is a thing of the past. What really makes a house luxurious is how comfortable it is for its residents. Comfort is a very important pillar, especially considering the long routines that city life entails. the job market provides. The decorations in luxury homes are those that have good circulation and offer practicality in the routine of the residents. An example of a technique widely applied in new luxury environments, and which was previously attributed to simple and small environments, are the integration of environments , which They allow for a more fluid and democratic distribution of space - and, as a bonus, they allow for greater contact between all residents or visitors.

Technology as a pillar of luxury homes

Technology has come as a great ally to revolutionize the logic of luxury homes . The concept, however, is different from smart homes , which are those that rely on home automation to perform simple everyday tasks (such as turning on a light, play music, adjust the temperature, etc.). Of course, a modern luxury home can also be smart and have solutions that make the residents' routine easier. But in practice, it goes much further!

Construction processes such as Steel and Wood Frame , which use technology to ensure that no waste is produced during construction, are also a sustainable footprint that marks the new luxury . The proposal for the new luxury residences is to create a connected space that helps visitors or residents disconnect from a stressful day or even from their own cell phones. The Floating Altar is an example of a building built with this goal in mind. Located in São Paulo, the house has become famous and has been receiving visitors every month who want to experience a non-pragmatic residence in contact with nature. Its size is small, but it has carpentry as an ally and cutting-edge technology to offer quality internet in the middle of a dam. It is simply impossible not to describe this project as being anything other than a modern luxury home .

Characteristics of sustainable luxury homes

The new luxury is marked by a great wave of concern for the environment and greater contact with nature. It is no wonder that the Urban Jungle trend is highlighted in projects that actively incorporate vegetation into the designs. Another hallmark of luxury homes is having a green roof in the project - that is, a construction that helps to make the environment cooler, reduces the use of air conditioning and is also made in a 100% sustainable way, on top of the house, preserving the vegetation. This is a plant covering, which is called an ecological roof , and has increasingly been considered for residential projects. The reason for being attributed to luxury homes is the maintenance cost of this innovative technique, since it is made by vegetation, and to be developed it is necessary to involve waterproofing and planting techniques that must be carried out by a qualified professional. One of the greatest characteristics of modern luxury homes is precisely being able to create a more natural atmosphere by using more open facilities, which integrate internal and external spaces so that nature can be part of the whole. Beautiful landscaping projects are also luxurious ways to bring beauty, elegance and comfort to the home - the latter is largely justified by the fact that plants are air purifiers. Last but not least, another topic that is even more popular, but that we could not fail to mention, is the use of solar panels in sustainable constructions . These powerful panels are capable of making the best use of sunlight and transforming it into energy for residents throughout the home or office (it can also be partial).