Must Haves in Houses in 2010

Houses have gotten smaller, on average, in the last year, down 40 ft from 2008 to 2009. But that doesn't mean that buyers are looking for simpler homes. Items that used to be considered luxurious are now seen by buyers of old and new homes as necessities. The trends in new and remodeled home for 2010 are:

1. Walk-in closets in the master bedroom.
2. Laundry rooms.
3. Insulated front doors.
4. Great rooms.
5. Energy-efficient windows.
6. Linen closets.
7. Programmable thermostats.
8. Energy-efficient appliances and lighting.
9. Separate shower and tub in master bathrooms.
10. Nine-foot ceilings on the first floor.