Architecture & Design: Modern Living is Experiencing a Paradigm Shift A World-Class Home Experience It’s the end of the world as we know it. No matter where you live or what you do, COVID-19 has forced a new way of life. These challenging times have brought about an opportunity for change, which is the precursor of growth. As such, we expect to see positive shifts in healthcare reform, personal and public hygiene, travel, technology, and home design. As we evolve together as a society on a large scale, we retreat as families and individuals. Our homes (our sanctuaries) have become makeshift offices, schools, restaurants, spas, gyms, movie theaters, and conference rooms. People value their homes now more than ever and continue to be reminded how beneficial they are to our well-being. Architects and designers are seeing an uptick of interest in areas of design that can better both our athome lives and the environment. Efficient power and water, indoor/ outdoor spaces, UV sensors, roof terraces, solar panels, urban farming, re-imagined floor plans, EPA-friendly products, and a more hygienic atmosphere are some of the widespread upgrades expected in residences across the globe. Thoughtful design in architecture is top of mind as indoor and outdoor living takes new shape.
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