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While Australia is well placed to fight the COVID virus it has changed the way we work and live.
The survey, of more of 2,200 Australian homeowners using Houzz, found that nearly two-thirds of homeowners (62 percent) – who were in the midst of a home renovation or design project when the coronavirus pandemic was declared on March 11, 2020 – were able to continue with their renovations. Only two percent cancelled their ongoing project.
I have found that most clients are keen to continue with their plans and being at home more has created a sense of urgency.
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As we have moved to working from home, the need for the balance between open plan and seperate working spaces is more important. While some families may have opted in the past for a fully open living, dining and kitchen area, now some are opting for that seperate study area as a priority.
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Others are wanting that space for their extended family with a kitchenette and seepage bed and lounge area so they can take care of their parents or even have a space to isolate.
Whatever your priority, one thing for sure, COIVD has placed more importance as our home as a multifunctional space that can be a retreat and sanctuary but also a rear that we can be productive in for work.