What Amenities are “In” for Summer 2025

Understanding the latest amenity trends in luxury real estate is crucial because amenities are no longer just “extras” - they’re strategic differentiators that reflect the evolving values, expectations, and lifestyles of high-net-worth buyers.

“Luxury is no longer defined by opulence alone – it’s about intentional living.”

- Leonard Rabinowitz, Christie’s International Real Estate - 

This summer it’s all about wellness, seamless indoor-outdoor living, tech sophistication, and environmental consciousness. From garden tubs to pickleball courts, every feature is designed to elevate comfort, health, and pleasure, all while minimizing ecological impact. Here are some of the “in” amenities:

Indoor‑Outdoor Living

• Glass Walls & Retractable Doors Homes increasingly feature expansive glass facades that open wide to patios that seamlessly blend indoor and outdoor spaces.
• Resort‑Style Outdoor Areas Infinity pools, swim-up decks, fire pits, outdoor fireplaces, sunken lounges, and lounge cabanas with mood lighting continue to be high on the list.
• Outdoor Kitchens & Alfresco Dining Fully equipped al fresco kitchens with pizza ovens, grills, wine fridges, teppanyaki stations, cocktail bars are checking to boxes for perfect for summer hosting. 

Tech-Forward Spaces

• Smart Home & AI-Integrated Tech Seamless automation for lighting, climate, security (facial recognition, voice control), AI-driven predictive systems, wellness monitoring via mirrors/scales, and augmented reality features in smart spaces.
• Gourmet & Catering Kitchens Dual kitchens (show and prep), chef-grade appliances, built-in wine cellars, sculleries, and smart, wellness-oriented food prep zones.

Indoor Wellness

• Spa‑Like Bathrooms & Infrared Saunas Expect resort-level bathrooms featuring heated floors, steam showers, soaking tubs, aromatherapy systems and even separate his-and-her spa zones with infrared saunas.
• Dedicated Wellness Rooms Multi-use spaces for yoga, meditation, cold plunges, or hot retreats like steam rooms and saunas are increasingly common.
• Private Entertainment Facilities Expect in-home theaters with IMAX experiences, golf simulators, music studios, e‑sports rooms, and wine lounges.

Sustainability & Biophilic Connections

• Eco‑Luxe Features Integration of solar panels, green roofs, water-efficient systems, net-zero energy designs, smart irrigation, reclaimed and recycled materials, LEED/WELL certifications.
• Biophilic Design Living walls, large windows, natural materials like stone, wood, bamboo, rattan, and indoor gardens for wellness and aesthetic harmony.

Luxe Trends & Unique Touches

• Games & Sports Outdoors Pickleball and tennis courts, putting greens, bocce, cornhole, shuffleboard, and even rooftop sports tracks are topping the activity-based amenities.
• Garden Bathtubs Outdoor tubs crafted of copper or high-end materials are a rising status symbol, used for bathing, sipping, or even watering - blending luxury with nature.
• Ultra‑secure & Resilient Features Panic rooms, biometric entry, hurricane-resistant builds, drone surveillance, heated driveways, snow melt systems, reflect growing demand for climate‑resilience and privacy.
• Branded & Curated Residences Properties tied to luxury hospitality, fashion, wellness, or automotive brands bring concierge-level services, coworking lounges, private cinemas, and exclusive sky terraces.

In a market where inventory is growing and differentiation matters, aligning with current lifestyle trends gives sellers and developers a distinct competitive advantage. Homes with trending amenities not only are tending to sell faster but often command premium pricing.

From tech-savvy millennials to eco-conscious boomers, amenity choices help target particular segments of the luxury market. For example, branded residences or concierge services may appeal more to global investors and ultra-high-net-worth individuals.

For agents, developers, and designers, understanding what’s hot helps guide property positioning, renovation strategy, and marketing messaging. Whether you're staging a home or advising a client on a renovation, trend alignment is an effective way to increase a property’s value.

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