The best part of designing luxury custom homes is being able to choose which amenities are the most important to you. These days, more and more luxury custom home owners are choosing to include more energy efficient features so that their homes are more environmentally friendly, and to help drive down their utility bills once they’re in the home. Here are a few of the top green features people are putting in their luxury custom homes.

1. A Geothermal System
One of the most popular green features these days is a geothermal system. A geothermal system basically takes advantage of the temperature of the earth and is used as a central heating or cooling system for a house. The system transfers heat either to or from the ground. Studies have shown that geothermal systems use between 25% and 50% less energy than traditional heating and cooling systems and they also release less harmful emissions.

2. Spray Foam Insulation
Another green feature that more and more home owners are choosing for their luxury home designs is spray foam insulation. Traditional fiberglass insulation is commonly used in homes, but spray foam insulation can reduce heating costs up to 50%. Working with custom home builders to figure out the best type of insulation can help utility costs as well.

3. Certified Green Products
One thing that most custom home models have is energy efficient appliances, and it’s not just because of their sleek design. An increasing number of custom home home plans include things like dual flush toilets, energy efficient refrigerators, and things like convection ovens which cook up to 25% faster and are more energy efficient.

Are you putting any of these green features in your luxury custom home? Feel free to share your thoughts and ideas with us in the comments section below.