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Everyday Experience: The New Measure of Luxury Design
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Luxury design has traditionally centered on a home’s architecture, finishes and craftsmanship. Today, builders and developers are learning the power of pairing those elements with a greater understanding of how homes support the everyday living experience.
Recent research suggests luxury buyers are investing differently now than they have in the past. Coldwell Banker Global Luxury’s 2026 Trend Report identifies “nest investing” as one of the year’s defining trends, with affluent buyers increasingly prioritizing architectural quality, outdoor living, personalization and long-term livability as they invest more intentionally in the places they call home. Those priorities are influencing how builders and designers approach the next generation of luxury communities.
These considerations are reflected in communities like Lakeview Ridge, a new gated community by Tri Pointe Homes in Lake Las Vegas. Designed in collaboration with design expert, Emmy-winning TV host and author Bobby Berk, the community demonstrates how architecture, interiors and landscape can create homes that respond to both their surroundings and modern lifestyles. The community features 53 residences ranging from approximately 2,579 to 3,991 square feet, with each homesite positioned to take advantage of the lake backdrop, mountain vistas and the surrounding desert landscape.
“Your surroundings affect every aspect of your life, including your physical and mental well-being,” Berk said during an event unveiling the model homes. “My passion is creating spaces that are designed and organized in a way that nourishes one’s spirit.”
entertaining and comfortable living for evolving lifestyles.
Outdoor living is one trend that’s shifted from an amenity to an essential part of the home. Rather than existing separately from daily life, courtyards, covered patios and outdoor gathering spaces are designed as natural extensions of kitchens, great rooms and dining areas to better support entertaining, relaxation and daily routines.
The National Association of Home Builders found that builders are adding more usable living space through porches and patios, with 68% of new homes incorporating porches and 64% incorporating patios. Houzz likewise identified outdoor living areas as a major home design trend, noting that covered porches are beginning to rival interior living rooms. With advanced performance fabrics and design centered around comfort, many porches now include elements like sofas and chairs, rugs, pillows, TVs, fireplaces and climate-control features.
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Communities like Lakeview Ridge see outdoor living as a key focal point. Gated courtyards welcome residents before they even enter the home, expansive walls of glass frame the natural surroundings and covered outdoor living areas encourage a seamless transition between interior and exterior spaces. Rather than separating homes from their environments, the architecture is intended to strengthen that connection as part of the daily living experience.
Connection to place is established indoors as well. At Lakeview Ridge, rather than applying a single design aesthetic across every home, Berk created three distinct interior collections inspired by the character of Lake Las Vegas. “Japandi Noir” blends mid-century modern influence with the quiet restraint of Japandi design, while “Luxe Waterside Retreat” channels a modern lake house sensibility through sun-faded neutrals, sage green, muted blue and textural materials. “Espresso Elegance” offers a moodier expression of luxury with darker woods, paneled walls and rich, tactile finishes.
intentional design strategy of blending interiors with the home & natural setting.
Together, Berk’s three collections showcase how regional inspiration can feel sophisticated rather than literal. The lake, desert and mountain setting informs the palette and materials, while each collection offers its own personality through comfort, livability and timeless design.
Personalization also continues to shape expectations within the luxury market. Buyers enjoy homes that feel curated before move-in, with opportunities to tailor finishes and design choices without starting from scratch. Lakeview Ridge provides personalization experiences through The BB Edit, Bobby Berk’s set of 10 unique collections designed exclusively for Tri Pointe Homes, along with the builder’s Design Studio and online Style Finder, which help homebuyers identify selections that align with their individual tastes.
living experience beyond the home’s interior.
For builders and developers, the approach to luxury is becoming more well-rounded and centered on the entire living experience. Luxury buyers are looking beyond premium finishes alone, placing greater value on the ways architecture, interiors and landscape work together to create homes that feel intuitive, adaptable and connected to the people who live in them.
Communities like Lakeview Ridge illustrate how thoughtful design can elevate everyday living, not simply through tangible materials or amenities, but by creating spaces that foster connection to others, nature and place. It’s an approach that suggests the future of luxury won’t simply be measured by what a home includes, but by how intentionally it supports the people who live there.
Photos Courtesy of Damian Tsutsumida
By Christine Rombouts. She is the senior contributing editor at Builder and Developer.
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