As the COVID-19 pandemic came into our lives, it brought us back into our homes to spend most of our days inside of it. The way we lived and worked in our homes changed drastically, for better or worse. It also changed the way we saw potential homes that we wished/ wish to buy in the future. This is also due to many new trends emerging in real estate as a result of COVID-19.
Work-from-home is the phrase that continues to be used even in 2021 due to the pandemic still continuing. As such, it is an important factor to consider when buying a new home. Because what if COVID continues for even longer (say a few more years)? Or what if an entirely new pandemic comes? Then our homes must be equipped with space and provisions to work-from-home!
But this isn’t the only trend to have emerged. Listed below are some more real estate trends that have come into the spotlight since the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Clean spaces
The first few lessons COVID-19 taught us came in the form of cleanliness – not just for ourselves, but for our surroundings too. And this applies for our indoors as well. A house that is unclean fosters all kinds of unnecessary germs and bacteria that threaten our immune system in a time where we are solely reliant on our immunity to keep us safe from severe COVID complications. This has been the driving force behind the need for home spaces that prioritize cleanliness. This can also be in the form of antimicrobial properties present in the materials used on the home, for example, the paints.
- Multifunctionality
Whether you are in the mood to work out or work from home, the space has got to allow you to do whatever work you want to! This is the whole essence of multifunctionality. As the word implies, your space should allow you to perform different functions as per your requirements. One can only work from their living room sofa or bedroom for a certain period of time as well as tolerance level. A multifunctional room can allow you to do it up as per the need – whether that means a place for bringing in an office desk with a bookshelf adjacent to it, or installing a mini squat rack with dumbbells on another corner of the room.
- Accessibility
When we see this word, we often think of the ease of accessing our home from different places. But since COVID-19 brought our worlds to the inside of our homes, accessibility has taken on a slightly different meaning here – wherein we all require accessibility to important necessities such as hospitals. In a world as unpredictable as it is today, there’s just no telling when such things are needed in the proximity. And this was made the most clear during the COVID second wave where the need for emergency care skyrocketed to unmanageable levels.
- Physically engaging amenities
The back to back lockdowns have made everyone’s lives much more sedentary. It has also weighed many of us down, quite literally. Given that gyms and other indoor sporting facilities have to remain closed while COVID is still out there, outdoor amenities such as jogging tracks are extremely beneficial since the risk of COVID is far less. It’s also helpful in the prospect of maintaining social distance. As such, these amenities are a must-have to keep your life moving even in a time where COVID brings most forms of physical activity to a standstill.
- Private living
One of the biggest effects that COVID and lockdowns have had on us has been the increased amount of time we spend with our immediate family, loved ones, or sometimes by ourselves. This has led us to value the privacy of our families and our own selves, especially inside our homes. As a result of this, real estate has become more suited to homes that ensure ‘private living/ dwelling’ for its residents. These are seen in various elements of a home that ensure privacy – for example, windows and walls that block sound from being heard by neighbours, adequate space between each home, and so on.
If you are on the lookout for a spacious home that offers you multifunctionality in its space with accessibility to all that you need, then it’s time to bring your attention to CityVille and Orchards – two of our premium offerings in home living.
CityVille is an exclusive villament community for those that seek private living in large indoor spaces. It is a dream haven for buyers that enjoy spending their time at home. With multiple international standard luxury amenities including a lakefront promenade & deck, lakeside cafe lounge, and more – you can always have the feeling of being on a destination holiday in a time where there are still many travel restrictions, especially to destinations abroad.
Orchards offer large plots of land that allow you to build the home of your dreams as per your desires. Located in one of Bangalore’s fastest developing areas, you will be surrounded by amenities both inside the community and outside in the vicinity. Some amenities you can look forward to in the community include an urban forest, outdoor gym, and world class clubhouse to name a few.
Take the first step towards unlocking the doors to your desired home life. Schedule a site visit with us or a virtual tour from the comfort of your home. Visit www.valmark.in for more information on CityVille and Orchards.
