Michigan Homebuyers’ 10 Must-Haves in a New Home

Remember when all Michigan homebuyers wanted was a cozy little dining room, a snug living room, and a kitchen tucked away like a state secret? Yeah, those days are done. Michigan homebuyers have had an epiphany: walls are overrated. Open floor plans and other amenities are must-haves for today's homebuyers.

Industry experts confirm that a whopping 53% of industry experts recommend tearing down pesky walls in favor of open spaces where the kitchen, dining, and living areas 'flow' together like one big, happy family. And if you're clinging to the past with your closed-plan dreams, well, the other 47% of experts will tell you that a hybrid floor plan--where open and closed spaces coexist--is your best bet to stay trendy. Either way, some walls are bound to come crumbling down in Michigan.

But don't worry, you don't have to abandon every inch of privacy. Modern designs have included sliding glass and pocket doors that can transform open areas into more private spaces, especially when you need a break from the kids.

Tony Lewis, a principal architect, spoke with Fixr and shared that these hybrid layouts offer the best of both worlds: they are open enough to keep you and your family connected but adaptable enough that everyone can go to their separate corners when the need arises.

Ready to explore what else is hot in Michigan home designs? Keep scrolling for a gallery of must-haves for the modern buyer and see what you could add to make your home irresistible.