5 Essential Design Questions That Will Have Your House Move-In Ready

For colour inspiration, visit our Gallery and Spectra Selection Centre as well as resources like home magazines, Pinterest and Instagram. Create a virtual or hard copy scrap book to assemble all your ideas in one place - that will give our consultants at the Spectra Selection Centre a basis on which to build your selections and help to coordinate everything into one complete scheme.

What types of window treatments do I need?

Having your window furnishings in place before moving day will be essential for your privacy and security and there are many options our consultants can take you through. Prior to your appointment have a think about whether you would prefer curtains or blinds- romans, roller, venetians or timber shutters? If your budget is stretched, you could consider starting with just the front of the house and finish the rest of the windows at a later date.

Where are all the power points?

Electrical needs are so often overlooked until it’s too late. We don’t want you making that mistake so plan early on where you will need wall sockets in easy reach for every room of the house – consider how you use each room and what you’ll require for your appliances, lamps, TV and entertainment units. You could also consider built-in USB hubs in the study or kitchen areas for charging smart phones and data points for computers. And make sure your electrical plan is complete with any special light fittings to add your personal touch, like feature pendant lights, down lights and dimmer switches.

Will I need a security system?

For peace of mind, this is an important feature to build into your home design before you move in. There is a wide selection of premium security systems that will keep your home and family safe, such as an integrated intercom/alarm system and CCTV networking packs. Ask your Spectra Design Consultant which option would be best for you.

Can I go green?

Don’t wait until after your home is built to discover the benefits of environmentally friendly design – as well as being good for the planet, our range of green products can really impact the cost of running your home now and into the future. Features like energy efficient zoned heating and cooling, double glazed windows, rainwater tanks and thermal insulation can be incorporated into your home design and be ready to enjoy as soon as you pick up the keys.