When building a custom home, it’s the upgrades that turn a beautiful design into a truly personalized retreat. Beyond square footage and finishes, today’s luxury homebuyers are investing in features that elevate comfort, enhance functionality, and increase long-term value. Whether you’re focused on indoor elegance or outdoor living, these 10 luxury upgrades blend innovation with indulgence and are well worth considering as you plan your dream home.

Retaining walls aren’t just for holding back soil they’re a design statement. In this blog, we’ll explore five powerful ways a retaining wall can instantly elevate your home’s curb appeal in Utah, from custom finishes and tiered landscaping to added functionality and property value.

At 123 Built, we believe high-end homes deserve foundations that are just as impressive as the architecture itself. This Parade of Homes project in Utah County showcases our full-scope, energy-efficient retaining wall system designed for extreme elevation complete with modern drainage, lighting, and landscape integration.

Follow the build from excavation to final landscaping with our curated time-lapse videos and project breakdowns.

When someone drops a million (or close) on a home here in Utah and yes, that often means Park City, the Wasatch Front, Draper, Salt Lake, or hidden canyons they expect the yard to do more than just survive the snow and drought. Homeowners want luxury, utility, and wow factor. Based on interviews with landscapers, design firms, and trend reports, here are the features that keep coming up. I’ve ranked them but order depends on site, views, and budget.

Elevate your outdoor space with the most talked-about design elements of 2026. This guide unveils 10 elite backyard trends from sleek geometric pools to wellness-centered layouts that are transforming modern homes into resort-style retreats. Get inspired by expert-backed ideas and discover how to blend function, beauty, and innovation in your own backyard.

Retaining walls protect Northern Utah homes from erosion, snowmelt, and runoff while adding value and beauty. Learn how they stabilize soil and expand usable outdoor space.