Building a custom home is exciting—it’s your chance to design every detail to fit your lifestyle. Some choices might seem small during the planning stage but can make a huge impact on your daily life. One of those often-overlooked features? Strategically placed extra outlets.

Electricity powers everything in our modern lives, from work and entertainment to cooking and creating a cozy atmosphere. By planning outlets in smart, convenient locations, you can simplify routines, keep spaces tidy, and make your home more functional for years to come.

Here are a few creative places to consider adding outlets when designing your Joyner Home:

1. Entryway Outlets

Your entryway does more than welcome guests—it’s a high-traffic area that benefits from extra power. Outlets here are perfect for quick vacuuming, charging devices you don’t want to forget on your way out, or even powering a boot dryer in colder months.

For larger foyers, extra outlets give you flexibility in arranging furniture, lamps, or seasonal décor without worrying about cords trailing across the floor. Love holiday decorating? Strategically placed outlets make adding lights or festive displays simple and clutter-free.

2. Outlets by the Fireplace Mantel

Whether you’re lighting garlands at the holidays, plugging in a lamp for a cozy reading nook, or preparing for a future TV mount, outlets around (or even inside) your mantel area are a game-changer. They help keep cords out of sight and make this focal point of your home more versatile for everyday use and special occasions.

3. Outdoor Outlets

Adding outlets outside your home is as practical as it is convenient. Install them under the soffits for easy holiday light setup, or place them on porches and patios to power café lights, speakers, or even a mini fridge. They’re also perfect for security cameras, lawn tools, or powering future outdoor features—no messy extension cords required.

4. Staircase and Landing Outlets

Vacuuming stairs just got easier. Outlets along staircases and at landings make powering small cleaning devices simple. If your landing doubles as a cozy spot, you can even use an outlet for a console table lamp or seasonal decorations, adding charm as well as convenience.

5. Kitchen Island and Work Wall Outlets

The kitchen is one of the busiest rooms in your home, and outlets can make or break its efficiency. Install them in your backsplash to power appliances without clutter, or along the kitchen island to create a hub for homework, charging devices, or extra prep space when entertaining. These thoughtful touches help your kitchen work as hard as you do.

6. Mudroom Outlets

The mudroom is the perfect place to create a hidden charging station. Outlets inside drawers or cubbies keep cords out of sight and devices organized. This setup not only keeps your space clutter-free but also helps encourage device-free family time, with all electronics charging neatly in one spot.

Small Detail, Big Impact

Extra outlets may not be glamorous, but they’re a small design decision with a big payoff. They make daily life safer, easier, and more flexible—so your home works seamlessly with your routines.

At Joyner Homes, we design every home around the way you live. When you build with us, we’ll help you plan the perfect number and placement of outlets—so your new home is as functional as it is beautiful.

Ready to start your custom home journey? Stop by one of our model homes, fill out a Customer Worksheet, or give us a call at (317) 468-2330. Our New Home Specialists are here to guide you through the first steps toward building a home designed just for you!