Searching for a new home is all about finding the right space and location to suit your lifestyle – but since the Coronavirus pandemic caused many of us to work from home, even more considerations have been added into the mix of what makes the ideal property. More than ever before, our homes need to be multi-functioning spaces to suit all of our needs – whether work, rest or play. At Telford Homes, we don’t just build houses, we create homes – which can work and adapt to your needs, whichever stage of life you happen to be at.
When considering a space in which you will work from home, whether now or in the future, it’s important to ensure it has the flexibility to allow you to separate your work and home life. The space must simultaneously inspire creativity and productivity, whilst also providing a sanctuary in which to relax in the evenings and weekends.
A key focus should be on having separate areas in which to do different activities – from working to eating, entertaining and relaxing. Having a separate room that can be transformed into a home office is ideal, or a private shared area that can be used as an office or for meetings, such as the private resident’s lounge at our Gallions Point development. If these aren’t available, an area in the living space can be zoned using shelving or other furniture to create a small office section, such as can be seen in the two-bed show home at our Gallions Point development.
For those with children, it’s important to have an adequate space for them to enjoy. The three-bed show home at our Gallions Point development features a spacious third bedroom that has been transformed into a colourful and creative children’s bedroom, whilst also boasting a large open plan living space that can easily be adapted to include a children’s play area. Or for those that need the house to themselves to concentrate on work, our New Garden Quarter development in Stratford boasts an on-site nursery, scheduled to open in September 2020.
When spending an increased amount of time at home, having adequate outdoor space to enjoy the fresh air is also beneficial. Private terrace or balconies – such as those at our Gallions Point and City North developments – can be decorated with plants and lighting to create an urban oasis in which to relax and entertain. Communal garden spaces, such as the beautifully landscaped 2 acre garden square at our New Garden Quarter development, also offer peaceful outdoor space to relax and interact with neighbours.
Finally – for those looking to work from home in the long-term, it’s crucial to have a range of activities nearby for when you need to switch off and enjoy some down time. Our Gallions Point development in a new, unique riverside neighbourhood in the Royal Docks has a plethora of shops, entertainment and leisure options right on the doorstep to keep the whole family entertained – from Gallions Reach Shopping Park with over 35 major stores and restaurants to the London Watersports Centre offering a wide array of water-based activities. Elsewhere, our City North development in the heart of the thriving Finsbury Park area includes 11,781 sq.m of new commercial space, boasting a new Picturehouse cinema, Gymbox, a Marks & Spencer’s Food Hall and a branch of local foodie favourite Boulangerie Bon Matin.
Finding a home to meet suit of your needs can be daunting, but with Telford Homes’ collection of affordable, luxury homes – finished to a high specification – there is something to suit every taste and lifestyle. For more information on our range of developments, visit https://www.telfordhomes.london/