How to make your home feel like a luxury resort

Since the COVID pandemic, we’re spending more time at home, and many of us continue to work, relax, and entertain there more than ever. Building your dream home with Homes by ZAC gives you the opportunity to create a space that feels like your own private resort — and it doesn’t have to come with a hefty price tag.

You’ll still enjoy holidays away, but when you’re at home, you want to feel like you’ve stepped into your personal oasis. Here’s how to bring that resort-style luxury into your home.

Make your bathrooms luxurious

Think of your favourite hotel or resort and translate that feeling into your bathroom. Luxurious touches can include:

• Rain showers and freestanding baths

• Double vanities with premium tapware

• Underfloor heating for ultimate comfort

Complement these features with soft, high-quality towels, neatly organised toiletries, and a selection of family favourites like bath bombs, salts, or scented shower gels. A clutter-free space instantly feels more indulgent.

Create a master suite that’s your oasis

Your master suite should be your personal retreat, a space where you can switch off, unwind, and recharge.

• Keep furnishings minimal and curated

• Layer luxurious bed linen, pillows, and throws

• Include a comfortable chair for reading or relaxation

• Extend the hotel-like feel into your walk-in wardrobe and ensuite

By prioritising comfort, style, and simplicity, your bedroom becomes a true sanctuary.

Lighting sets the mood

Lighting is one of the easiest ways to add a touch of luxury. Avoid harsh, utilitarian lights and instead use:

• Soft pendant lights and table lamps

• LED downlights to highlight zones within a room

• Layered lighting to create ambience while maintaining practicality

Well-considered lighting instantly elevates the atmosphere of any space.

Add greenery and natural flair

Indoor plants refresh a room, add a sense of calm, and create a connection with nature.

• Tropical palms can give a holiday-island feel

• Potted olive trees evoke a Mediterranean villa

• Even small greenery arrangements can transform your living space

Plants are simple, affordable, and effective in creating a relaxing resort-like environment.

Focus on outdoor living

Outdoor spaces are essential for that holiday-at-home feeling. Consider:

• Comfortable rattan furniture and hammocks

• Swimming pools or water features for relaxation

• Fire pits for cozy winter evenings

• Lush, tranquil gardens with fountains or tropical corners

Designing your outdoor areas with comfort and leisure in mind will make your home feel like a retreat.

Enjoy your home like a luxury resort

Once you’ve incorporated these elements, it’s time to indulge and make the most of them:

• Swim in your pool: Take a day off, relax poolside, read, and enjoy some snacks.

• Have a spa day: Create a home spa with a bath, facials, candles, and soothing lotions.

• Read for pleasure: Carve out time in a comfortable nook to enjoy a good book.

• Family game night: Disconnect from devices and enjoy classic board or card games together.

• Switch off your phone: Pretend you’re on holiday and immerse yourself in the peace of your home.

By making small but thoughtful changes, your home can be a luxurious retreat every day.

Build your dream home with Homes by ZAC

At Homes by ZAC, we specialise in duplex, knockdown rebuilds and custom-designed homes. Our team can help you incorporate luxury features that suit your lifestyle and budget, creating a home that’s both functional and indulgent.

We build with trust, respect, integrity, and pride, delivering homes that our clients love to live in. Call us on 1300 350 793 or submit an online enquiry to start designing your dream home today.