Today’s homebuyers aren’t just looking at location and size – many also care about how “smart” and “green” their future home is. Technologically equipped homes and environmentally friendly buildings are in high demand across Indian cities. Here’s a look at these growing trends.
The Rise of Smart Homes
Modern Indian consumers, especially the younger generation and tech-savvy professionals, are increasingly interested in smart homes. These residences come integrated with technology that enhances comfort and security. Features like app-controlled lighting and thermostats, voice-activated assistants, smart door locks, CCTV surveillance accessible on your phone, and AI-driven security systems are becoming common in new projects. Developers in metros like Bengaluru and Hyderabad, where a large IT workforce resides, often outfit apartments with IoT devices and high-speed internet infrastructure to lure buyers. Even luxury housing in Mumbai and Delhi is branding itself “smart” by offering everything from automated parking to sensor-based energy management. The appeal is convenience – imagine controlling AC or lights remotely – and also future-readiness, as more appliances and electric vehicles become connected. Smart homes can also be more energy-efficient, since you can optimize usage of devices through scheduling and monitoring. As digital lifestyles take root, the demand for smart features in homes is only set to grow in 2025 and beyond.
Growing Embrace of Green Buildings
Alongside tech, there’s a parallel push for sustainability in housing. Green homes are designed to reduce environmental impact and often save money in the long run through lower utility bills. Across cities, new residential complexes are incorporating eco-friendly elements: solar panels for common area lighting, rainwater harvesting systems, sewage treatment plants, and plenty of greenery. Builders seek certifications like IGBC (Indian Green Building Council) or LEED to showcase their projects’ green credentials. For buyers, a green-certified building can mean better ventilation, more natural light, and healthier indoor air quality, as well as pride in contributing to the environment. Cities such as Pune and Chennai have seen a rise in sustainable housing projects, partly driven by buyer awareness and partly by local regulations mandating features like rainwater harvesting. Post-pandemic, people also value open spaces and parks in their housing complexes – a reflection of the desire for a cleaner, healthier living environment.
The convergence of smart and green is also happening. For instance, automated systems can optimize energy use (dimming lights when not needed, regulating water pumps, etc.), blending tech with eco-consciousness. Homebuyers who invest in smart, green homes tend to reap benefits like lower maintenance costs, higher property values, and the intangible satisfaction of living in a future-forward home. As India’s real estate evolves, smart and sustainable homes are not just buzzwords but a significant shift in what buyers want – and builders are responding by making new homes both intelligent and environmentally friendly.