Shivani Saxena's Blog

Imagine starting your day with sunlight streaming into a quiet corner where you stretch, breathe, and just be. More and more homebuyers today aren’t just looking for square footage; they’re looking for peace, balance, and space to feel good. As life gets busier, our homes are becoming personal sanctuaries that support wellness in simple, everyday ways. From green nooks for morning meditation to flexible rooms for yoga or journaling, the shift toward wellness-centric living is quietly reshaping how homes are built and how we live in them. The Indian Homebuyer’s Growing Focus on Wellbeing This concept has moved in India from being a trend to becoming a real commitment. After the pandemic, many people started to pay attention to their homes not just as a space to live in but as a place to do work, get well, and live very well too. A recent survey by Anarock shows that today, nearly 63% of urban homebuyers look for wellness features that support mental and physical wellbeing, and that can ...

A house isn’t simply a shelter; it’s where comfort meets lifestyle. Increasingly, lifestyle is also meeting responsibility. Climate change and resource conservation are affecting our lives in numerous ways, and the conversation about sustainable housing is not limited to environmentalists but also encompasses homebuyers across various income groups. Consider projects like Shukhobrishti in New Town, Kolkata. They are affordable housing, but they are also part of a larger call where responsible urbanisation is paired with quality living. The phrase "live well, tread lightly" is taking on even more context, in many different ways. What, then, does sustainable living mean? How does sustainable living present itself in the homes we inhabit? The Shift Towards Greener Design Sustainable housing aims to reduce the environmental impact of a site while also enhancing the quality of life for occupants. It involves reducing energy consumption, using water more efficiently, and adding gr...

Coastal homes in India have always held a certain prestige. But over the past few years, they've transformed from occasional luxury buys into serious real estate investments. Backed by demand, waterfront properties have consistently outperformed inland counterparts, often by a margin of 50 - 100%. In Mumbai, where land is already a premium, sea-facing homes now command some of the highest rates in the country. Clearly, buyers aren't just drawn to the view. They're investing in long-term value. A Lifestyle That's Earning Its Price Tag It's not just about living by the water but about living differently. Coastal homes offer more than just views. They promise cross-ventilation, privacy, and, often, a greater sense of openness in otherwise cramped metros. Developers are now designing projects with larger balconies, rooftop decks, and open-to-the-sky terraces to cater to this demand. The mental shift is evident. Buyers are no longer just thinking in squa...