In many cases, people buy a property to make it their home. To achieve this, the buyer has to make an investment other than financial: that of his or her emotions. Indeed, if we see a house or an apartment as four walls and rooms, this place can become the epicentre of emotional well-being. Let’s take a look at the link between emotional well-being and the choice of a property.
A home that feels like you
We hear a lot about emotional well-being, but we don’t really understand it. Many definitions are available on the internet or in psychology books, here is a summary…
Emotional well-being is defined as an acceptance, understanding and awareness of the feelings we experience. This is possible when we do not allow ourselves to be pulled down by past events, when we do not dread the future and when we live the present moment to the fullest. In such a mental framework, by listening to our emotions, we can manage the changes and challenges of life in general more easily and rationally.
It is not a matter of complacency, but of a necessary detachment from events, of an exploitation of each experience in order to evolve emotionally towards peace of mind.
Scientists have studied the issue. A few years ago, British urban and health researchers looked closely at the correlation between housing types and the emotional well-being of their occupants.
The results, drawn from interviews with residents of the suburbs of Glasgow, a city in the west of Scotland, tell us that well-being depends on several factors:
According to British researchers, emotional well-being in housing also depends on:
Buying an apartment or a house is not just about protecting yourself from the rain or the sun. It is about creating a cocoon, an identity, a world of your own, from a building. All this to say that the design of a property is one of the key elements to consider.
The location of the property: a property that is far from everything and everyone can have a negative impact on the emotional well-being of both the adult and the child. Depression, anxiety, stress, these negative and pervasive feelings are widespread among people living in housing in unsafe, poorly maintained areas.
Sufficient space for living and storage: an apartment or house that lacks space for both movement and storage inevitably affects morale. Choose a property with sufficient storage space and optimise the general organisation.
The colours: the colours of the walls have an unsuspected emotional importance! Let’s take the example of a property purchased under the VEFA (or “vente en l’état futur d’achèvement” in French) scheme. This option allows the buyer to participate in the design and decoration of the property.
Layout and architecture: open spaces can have a significant moral impact, so much so that many houses and apartments prefer this model to the traditional partitioned one.
The importance of green space: having a house or an apartment with a beautiful view can have a significant impact on the mood. This is especially true when nature is given centre stage, with the presence of trees, green spaces, a private garden, etc.
Do extreme renovation programmes make you dream? What if this was the solution to creating a home that resembles you, in which you would be truly happy? Making such a choice cannot be improvised and you have to be psychologically and financially ready for a real estate adventure that is definitely out of the ordinary. Nevertheless, millions of people around the world have opted for this opportunity without regret.
Buying a property to further renovate it requires planning:
Whatever your choice, don’t forget that emotional well-being depends on having a home that resembles you in every way, a house or an apartment that allows you to cut yourself off from the outside world in order to recharge your batteries!
When it comes to negotiating real estate transactions in Mauritius, a deep understanding of cultural differences is essential for success. This tropical paradise offers not only beautiful beaches and peaceful living, but also a rich cultural diversity that influences business practices and real estate negotiations.
Mauritius is a cultural gem nestled in the heart of the Indian Ocean, where music and art combine to tell the vibrant and diverse story of its people. In this article, as we explore the local music scene, we plunge into a world of enchanting sounds and exceptional talent, while admiring the vibrant works of Mauritian painters.
Mauritius enjoys a sunny climate all year round, characterized by two distinct seasons. From the sunny days of winter to the vibrant glow of summer, each season has its own charm! […]
