Plenty of natural light and a great view will also make for a much more pleasant workout. More and more home owners are enjoying the convenience of a breakfast bar in the master suite. This is a small kitchenette-type area, sometimes hidden behind doors, with a small refrigerator, a coffee maker, etc. Some other nice amenities to consider are a fireplace in either the bedroom or bathroom area and a balcony, deck or patio. When choosing the latter, you'll want to plan carefully to ensure privacy and a pleasant view.
Landscape design can play a very important role here.
Of course, no master bedroom suite is complete without the master bathroom. The importance and complexity of this room make it an entire topic in itself, so please look for the second part of this article in the March issue of Home Monthly.