Sometimes two is better than one, and the same philosophy applies to Jodi Flats in Mumbai.
In a city like Mumbai, finding a spacious flat in a good area is a challenge. Not only do you want a spacious home, but you want it at an optimum budget and in a good area. Additionally, sometimes you just don’t want to leave the confines of your current home and uproot to a new place.
When all these variables just don’t seem to come together when attempting to purchase a newer and bigger home, Jodi Flats seem to be the next best option. Mumbaikars have been opting for Jodi Flats for years owing to their need for a spacious dreamhouse. The only tactic to owning a Jodi Flat is; find an empty apartment adjacent to yours. If that isn’t possible, then look for already combined flats.
What Are Jodi Flats and Why Should You Opt For Them?
Jodi Flats are the merging of two individual apartments into one spacious apartment. The individual flats can, of course, be of any size, be it 1, 2, 3, or 4 BHK apartments.
Mumbai homeowners are going for Jodi Flats as they offer a variety of benefits. Keep reading to know:
Spacious Home
All Mumbaikars dream of owning a massive abode, but with exorbitant prices, it’s almost impossible to afford one in a competent area. Jodi Flats allow you and your loved ones to live in comfort and style without burning a hole in your pocket. It also allows for massive rooms; for example, you can merge two bedrooms into one, as the number of rooms that come with the adjacent flat make up for combining two.
Cost-Effective
Jodi Flats are smart investments in the long run. Although it may seem like owning two apartments would fall more expensive than one single apartment, the truth is if you combine your current home with a one or two BHK next door, it’ll probably fall way less expensive, since property prices for 3BHKs and above in Mumbai are at an all-time high.
Easy Renovations
To purchase the flat adjacent to yours and combine them, you will need to break down the wall in between and then, of course, adjust the interiors for the flats to merge seamlessly. While renovations for the same are going on, you can always still live on one side of the Jodi Flat while the other is being renovated.
Tax Benefits
Combining two flats and using them as one means you can claim investment-linked tax benefits.
Add a Personal Touch to Your Jodi Flat
If you’re looking to own a Jodi Flat, or you already own one, it can be confusing how to merge the two properties seamlessly without making it seem like they’re two separate flats. So let’s take a look at how you can add your personal, homey touch to Jodi Flats and transform them into the dream home you desire:
Magnificent Living Room
Breaking the wall to combine two adjacent flats means you can have the phenomenal living room of your dreams. You can only imagine how much space comes along with the combination of two living rooms, rather than the one you already have. So why not get creative?
With all this extra space, it only makes sense to take advantage. How about a stylish bar on one end of the living room and an additional seating area on the other? If your budget is on the higher side, you could even get a pool table to entertain you and your guests for days to come. The possibilities are endless!
Create a Workspace
Home offices are all the glory these days, and with the extra rooms you get during the “Jodi”, it makes sense to utilise these rooms in the smartest possible way. Spark your productivity levels by adding a smart office space to your home. Creating an aura of focus and concentration is just what your house might be missing.
Expand Your Bedroom
A master bedroom needs to look the part. Now that you’re combining all this extra space, why not combine two rooms as well? It’ll be a “Jodi Room” of sorts. Extra space in the bedroom means you can add a seating area with a TV unit or the shopaholic’s favourite: a magnificent walk-in closet.
Create A Lavish Outdoor Seating Area
Most new Mumbai homes come with an attached balcony. So in your Jodi Flat, you can always expand your balcony inwards to create a decadent seating area to host social gatherings or spend some quality time with family in the fresh air. Fairy lights, a hookah stand, and comfortable seating with attached tables are the perfect party additions.
Add in a Bathtub
Owning a bathtub in a Mumbai home is very rare due to the lack of space. But now that you have all this space, we think expanding your bathrooms and installing a bathtub is a must. At the end of a long day, who wouldn’t want to come home to a refreshing bath that calms you down? We know we do.
If the above ideas weren’t enough to tempt you to opt for a Jodi Flat, we don’t know what will. There’s so much to do with the extra space, it’s hard not wanting to expand. So if you think you want a bigger home and you’re low on a budget, a Jodi Flat is the ideal decision for you.
If you cannot decide how to renovate your flat, or you simply want us at Hipcouch to do the brainstorming for you, we’d be glad to assist you. Book a design consultation with us today.