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September 13, 2018January 27, 2022

Unique home decor tips to transform your home

As the saying goes – home is not a place, it is a feeling. It is an extension of your personality and lifestyle, spun together by the everlasting bond of love, warmth, and security. Let your space double up as a mood board for your emotions. Read on for impeccable home décor trends that have the potential to make your home Pinterest-worthy.

Make a floor statement

When it comes to home décor trends, statement walls are a given. However, it is now time to take this trend up a notch by turning the focus to the floor. Statement floors have taken the décor industry by storm with a plethora of spectacular designs for every palette. From geometric tiles that enhance the look of your room to chic herringbone patterns that instantly add a dash of glamour, make your floor a canvas that reflects your persona. You can let your floor design complement your walls or opt for contrasting colors and patterns that spell out artistry and innovation.

Embrace the geometry

Time to bid adieu to floral patterns and go bold with geometric prints this season. Embrace these psychedelic patterns on your sofa linen, window drapes or even on your wall to add a hint of sophistication and poise. You can also incorporate this home décor trend into your abode by adding patterned throw pillows on your couch or using a patterned shade to adorn your table lamp. If you are a wall-art lover, opt for a quirky graphic wallpaper of your choice and keep the compliments coming. This trend works great in compact houses, where space is a constraint, but the world is your oyster when it comes to creativity and imagination.

Add a tinge of green

Sometimes, the best way to upholster your space with top home décor trends on a minimal budget is by getting back to the roots of nature. Complement your furniture with gorgeous potted plants of different shapes and sizes. The pop of natural green will instantly calm you down and will help create an organic and peaceful vibe. You can place these houseplants anywhere in the living room, kitchen or balcony. Bring the green indoors with succulents and small potted plants which are a perfect choice as they require very less attention and care.

Ceil it with wallpaper

Ceilings and walls are now considered to be the best canvas to express your creativity and add a dramatic element to the room. You can choose from a wide array of options for your ceilings, and walls from painting it according to your taste to dressing it up with textured wallpaper. This will definitely grab everyone’s attention and accentuate the space no matter how small the room is. It is also a great technique to make small spaces appear bigger, creating a soothing sight for sore eyes.

Mix and match with metallics

Bling is now the next big thing when it comes to home décor trends. Choose from shimmery shades of gold, silver, bronze, rose gold and gunmetal to give your space a glamorous look. It brings out its own elegance and beautifies any living space. You can add some gold detailing by replacing the standard door knobs with gold ones. Opt for a classy gold base lamp by the bedside. Simple changes like these will go a long way and make your abode shine through. You can also mix and match with different metals and use this trend as one of the stunningly simple DIY ideas to transform your home.

Upholster your furniture with velvet

Velvet upholstery is not just popular for its visual aesthetics but also for its amazing texture and muted shine. Most designers had predicted that velvet would be the most sought-after trend of 2018 and they stand right. Complement all that home love harboured within your heart with quintessential velvet upholstery and let your furniture do the talking for you. You can upholster your sofa, corner couch and throw pillows with this multi-dimensional fabric to give your home that picture-perfect look.

At Assetz, every inch of the apartment is designed in a way that gives homeowners the freedom to transform it into their own version of paradise on earth. Visit Assetz and make your dream home a stunning reality!

August 7, 2018January 27, 2022

38 & Banyan | Redefining Urban Living in Town

When it comes to buying a house, there are several factors to take into consideration that help you make the right choice. From location and accessibility to infrastructure and social amenities, the aspects that describe a quintessential abode are endless. However, the right home for you is not one that just suits your needs and requirements, but also one that matches your personality. One such property that is the physical embodiment of the saying “neighbour’s envy and owner’s pride” is the impeccable 38 & Banyan, developed by the Assetz Group. Here’s why 38 & Banyan checks all the boxes when it comes to urban living.

Prime location and unbeatable connectivity

38 & Banyan is located near Indiranagar – one of Bangalore’s most popular residential and commercial hubs. This thriving neighbourhood is situated in the heart of Bangalore. Two arterial roads – 100 Feet Road and Chinmaya Mission Hospital Road (CMH Road) – run through this area allowing residents to enjoy unlimited connectivity to all part of Bangalore. The Bangalore International Airport is an hour’s drive away from Indiranagar making it convenient for frequent flyers.

Additionally, living near the spectacular neighbourhood of Indiranagar gives you unmatched access to leading hubs of the city through well-connected roads and railways. The Purple Line of Bangalore’s Namma Metro runs through two stations in Indiranagar – at CMH Road and Swami Vivekananda Road. Indiranagar also maintains a bus depot through which BMTC buses connect the locality to other parts of the city.

Outstanding social infrastructure

Indiranagar is one of Bangalore’s oldest and most sought-after localities because of its exceptional social infrastructure, and owning a house near it is a blessing on its own. The locality houses several start-ups and is filled with entrepreneurs and enthusiastic, hardworking people from all walks of life. As a microcosm of Bangalore, Indiranagar is home to a highly cosmopolitan community of people. With renowned medical organisations, educational institutes and top-notch entertainment zones peppered in the region, you can be rest assured of your family’s well-being. Apart from these amenities, Indiranagar also offers a host of entertainment options – from eateries to restaurants, pubs, shopping malls and much more. You can find anything you need in this neighbourhood, at just a stone’s throw away.

Few of the top hospitals in the locality are:

The Chinmaya Mission Hospital
Apollo Clinic
Motherhood
Manipal Hospitals

The top schools and colleges in the neighbourhood include:

Bangalore Public School
Pristine Public School
Christ University

Leading malls and restaurants include:

Bangalore Central
Inorbit Mall
Taco Bell
Nando’s

Furthermore, 38 & Banyan is located right next to the DRDO office, making it a landmark to live in.

World-class amenities

As a resident of 38 & Banyan, you will be privy to some of the most exclusive amenities possible, reflective of a luxurious lifestyle. Indulge yourself in the massive 105 sq.m infinity pool that includes a kids’ pool. Treat your senses and be blown away by our impressive amphitheatre, or enjoy a quiet moment in the comfort of our reading lounge. Exclusive and posh don’t begin to cover the magnificence of 38 & Banyan.

Stunning architecture and design

38 & Banyan is the perfect potion of art and science coming together. Each of the 38 apartments delivers a unique experience to dwell in. This particular project by Assetz Home is built around a 150-year-old banyan tree, giving the residence its designative moniker. Divided into 29 3BHKs and nine 4BHKs, each of these luxurious apartments will provide occupants with plenty of fresh air, natural light and 70% of open space. Plush furniture and minimalist designs make up the interiors of these homes that exude a calm and relaxing environment. Feel yourself being surrounded by nature and greenery both indoors and outdoors. All bathrooms are fitted with high-end sanitary fittings and fixtures and classy interiors, making your space look like a page out of a design magazine. After all, life is too short to live in a boring building.

To add to that, 38 & Banyan is located in a residential neighbourhood with no other high-rise buildings around, letting in ample amount of sunlight and ventilation.

Reputed property builder

Buying a home is not always a straightforward process; it is done after a lot of research and careful consideration. One important aspect you must take into account is the credibility of the builder. The Assetz Property Group is one of India’s most prestigious property developers and a household name in the city of Bangalore. With several prominent projects under their belt, you can be rest assured that investing in an Assetz property will be the best option for you. At 38 & Banyan, not only will you own the newest luxury address in the fast-paced and vibrant city of Bangalore, but you will also be a part of the Assetz Group’s spectacular legacy.

Backed by a credible developer, sustainable and stunning design, scenic landscape and more, 38 & Banyan is the perfect choice for anyone looking to live an upgraded lifestyle. Look no further than this architectural marvel for your new residence. Head out to Assetz today to find your dream home.

April 4, 2018January 27, 2022

A guide for Gen Y to buy your next home

There is a new phenomenon catering to the need of the younger, smaller households that are craving for privacy and aspiring to build a residential asset – the unit sizes are getting smaller, and newer configuration such as studios and 1 bed apartments are becoming popular in the Indian metro cities.

To put things into perspective, by the year 2020, India is likely to be the youngest nation in the world (with a median age of 28 years). With 2/3 of its population in the economically active age group and most of them living in urban areas. This demographic change will fuel economic growth resulting in an increase in disposable income and consumption among other things impacting real estate demand and the emergence of new product types.

Today, 25-34 years is the prime first home buying age in India as against 40 years a decade ago due to increase in income and ease of financing. The population in the same age group is known as ‘Generation Y-Know’. They are tech savvy, culturally diverse and high-income urban dwellers, working in new technology jobs and open to new concepts and ideas. To them home ownership is one of the key goals as they recognize the financial prudence of buying over renting. As they consider independence is the most coveted commodity of modern urban living.

One of the main reasons behind the emergence of the compact homes such as studios and 1BHK units is that it meets the ‘Generation Y-Know’ dual aim of saving and investment. They save on rent; the additional investment yields an annualized return on investment in the range of 11%-13.5%. The sale value, after principle repayment gives the buyer an investible surplus to be used as down payment for his/her subsequent property purchase to accommodate a larger family in future. Therefore, buying a compact home is a sound investment option for an individual in the age group of 25-30. In case of investors, they benefit from a rental yield of 3.5%-5% per annum.

These types of homes cater to the increasing migrant population working in the IT/ITeS sector in Bengaluru, and located close to technology/ economic hubs such as Whitefield, Sarjapur Road, North Bengaluru and Hosur Road.

Today,the market for studios and 1 bhk apartments is in a nascent stage but it has the potential to capture at least 25% of the annual addressable market by 2020. Awareness about the product offerings, its financial benefits, favourable demography and economic conditions are likely to create a sustainable market for such homes over the next 15-20years.

Here’s a similar product in the Assetz portfolio, called Here& Now:

Two elegantly designed towers; highly functional studio, 1 and 2-bedroom apartments; located in the immediate vicinity of the Manyata Tech Park, AssetzHere & Now lies nestled in the growth corridor between the outer ring road and the airport. All requirements from daily necessities, schools, hospitals and malls are available within a close range.

The highlight of the design is the functionality of the space. Every square inch of the apartment is properly utilized to ensure maximum usage to the inhabitants.The arrival to Assetz Here & Now on the ground floor at the central foyer is generous with extra high ceilings, large seamless spaces,a club house and a barrier free movement between in- and outside.The apartments themselves have high quality vitrified tiles, PVC windows, international standard doors – paired with highest quality workmanship to give our customers the satisfaction of having the best.Technology is a platform which builds the foundation of our everyday. At Assetz Here & Now we have embraced this and are providing FTTH within the project and Wifi connectivity within the premises.

Our 15 plus amenities are at par with the best, among them a fully equipped gymnasium, a swimming pool with a deck, a jogging track, an amphitheatre, indoor games, reading nooks and much more.

January 11, 2018December 16, 2020

Trends that will Shape Real Estate in 2018

As an eventful 2017 comes to an end, buyers and investors in real estate are trying to discern early trends for the coming calendar year to make the right moves. Quite simply put, the course of the future is always shaped in the present, and most of the trends that will play out in 2018 have their roots in the present. And, what merits attention here is the fact that some of the trends are co-existent, while some are certainly co-terminus. Here’s our list of some of the real estate trends in 2018. Continue reading “Trends that will Shape Real Estate in 2018”

January 9, 2018December 16, 2020

Apartments: Furnished vs Under Construction

The Indian real estate scene has witnessed major changes post-RERA that came into effect from 01^st May 2017. With regulation coming to the aid of buyers, offering a shield of protection, it should have appeared easy to decision makers to choose between a ready to move flat or one that is under construction. However, many factors rule the decision making process, and buyers are often torn between both the types of choices. It calls for a calculated decision, one that is supported by factors that meet specific individual requirements. Let’s dwell on some of the more important points that help to determine the better choice. Continue reading

December 19, 2017December 16, 2020

The Future is Smart

Indian businesses have acquired a global perspective, and this has spawned considerable and increasing interest in real estate. The sector attracts significant investments from NRIs, and tech hubs by default draw the maximum interest. By virtue of being one the earliest and by far, one of the most globally renown Indian cities for IT, Bangalore is a place that generates the most interest among investors. Continue reading “The Future is Smart”