The Rise of Remote Work: How Employees are Looking for Flexible Homes

By Lodha

While the COVID-19 pandemic wreaked unprecedented damage on the world, the rise of remote work has emerged as a silver lining. Even after the worst effects of the pandemic have abated, the appeal of remote jobs has not waned, and with good reason. Working from home has allowed employees across the globe increased freedom and flexibility, helping them avoid long and tedious commutes, set their own working hours, and operate from their comfort zone. As remote work has become an increasingly alluring option, employees have also switched to looking for homes that afford more flexibility. Here are all the ways in which work-from-home employees are leveraging their homes for personal comfort and professional growth:

Location:

While earlier employees looking for apartments prioritised a convenient location, remote work has shifted the needle. Today, employees working from home are not looking for locations that offer ample connectivity. Since they do not have to commute to work daily, they would rather live in a locality that offers more than just proximity to different modes of public transport, commercial hubs, and their workplace. Employees who work remotely can afford to opt for homes that are spacious, designed for raising a family, affordable, surrounded by nature, etc.

Peaceful Environment:

Although remote working is advantageous for a substantial portion of the workforce, it also calls for a certain kind of environment. From attending online meetings to adhering to stringent deadlines, remote workers need to create a peaceful environment conducive to uninterrupted work. As a result, more and more employees are looking for homes in quiet localities not prone to traffic or loud noises. While remote work has reduced the burden of commuting and sitting in an office, employees still deal with professional stressors. Choosing a home surrounded by trees, offering views of the sea or a river, or a property with gardens, walking paths, etc., can help employees destress after working hours. For instance, Lodha Amara in Thane allows employees to live next door to a private forest and work in a home enveloped by local flora and fauna.

Home Office:

Remote workers have also had to ensure their homes double as an office. As a result, more and more employees are looking for apartments that provide enough space to set up a home office from where they can work comfortably. Whether they dedicate an entire room or convert a nook in their bedroom or living room into an office, work-from-home employees are looking for residences that can be modified to channel the gravitas of a professional environment. Remote employees are looking for flexible homes that can be tweaked to meet their ever-evolving personal and professional requirements. At Lodha, the premium real estate developers in Mumbai, we believe in staying ahead of the curve and offering our clients just what they need. Our projects, like Lodha Marq, provide work-from-home spaces along with world-class amenities in lush South Mumbai.

Social Life:

When you work in an office, you end up taking breaks and chatting with your colleagues throughout the day. However, working from home limits your daily dose of face-to-face social interaction. Socialising with colleagues helps employees exercise their conversational skills and build bonds that foster a communal spirit. Remote workers are cognisant of the social limitations of their set-up and are looking for homes that allow them to meet new people and foster connections. At Lodha, we realise the value of connecting with people and ensure that our residential developments provide avenues to help residents do just that. While our projects, like Lodha Bellagio in Powai, offer grand clubhouses and play areas to connect with other residents, our projects like Lodha Belmondo allow residents to catch up while playing golf or myriad other sporting activities.

As a remote worker, your home is more than just the place you live-it is also where you earn your livelihood. At Lodha, we understand the value of a well-designed home and ensure that your remote working experience is as fruitful as possible.

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