Myths people believe about coliving spaces

After years of simmering below the atmosphere, co-living is now becoming mainstream. Some people claim it is the solution to all of their housing issues, although others also regard it with doubt, sometimes presenting it as a condition of hippie, cult-ish, dorm-type college. Okay, some of those misunderstandings or misconceptions (whatever you want to call it) might just be real, but not in the way you expect.

Myth #1: “Co-living is for students and those under 30 only”

You will easily get the impression that co-living is an option for the younger generation by looking at the current cases. This is likely to meet the needs of the Millennial. It couldn’t get any worse! While many rental rooms are aimed at students, there are still plenty of co-living spaces offering spaces customized to the lifestyle and desires of both students and working professionals.

Myth #2: “It’s only for digital nomads and hippies.”

Guess what?We ‘re a generation of digital Nomads. The notion of ‘earning’ new experiences is given greater value, which is why we abandon our homes, seek possibilities and interests, stay in unfamiliar cities and fly on a run for months while working on a laptop. Co-living spaces give us this independence and the chance to meet people from diverse cultures, to learn wonderful experiences and to develop as a individual. Also living in a more social space not mean to be a hippie

Myth #3: “Co-living is only for extroverts”

People equate living spaces with a whirlwind of social interaction, and always believe that to stay in one, you need to be an extrovert. Although daily group activities can occur, you may choose how often you want to participate. And remember, you can always opt for a private room.

Myth #4: “Co-living spaces and PGs are similar”

RESTRICTIONS! The first word that came to mind when we hear about living in PG. That is the main difference here. Unlike PG owners, Co-living companies does not keep their eyes on you. Do whatever you want, party, dance, drink, eat anything, no one is saying anything to you. Just don’t break anything, else you have to pay for that. In addition to embracing various lifestyle desires, co-living spaces often aim to make the living environment more fulfilled. Whenever you like you can come and go because they realize you are an adult and you need your freedom. Just keep in mind that you’re not disturbing others or ruining their stay.

Myth #5: “You don’t get any privacy”

When you’re living with other people, you ‘re likely to forfeit some privacy, but if you look at the bigger picture the loss is worth it. You get your own room in a comfortably built house under your budget. This takes care of the laundry and bills and if you’re new to the area this allows you the opportunity to make new people. Staying in a co-living room does not, of course, mean you are giving up all your privacy. At the end of the day, you go into your own room and sleep behind closed doors in your own bed. Again, No one is keeping eyes on you.

Myth #6: “Co-living costs more than renting an apartment”

Well, in a way, it’s true. According to Forbes, co-living can be more expensive on a per-square-foot basis. However when you weigh in all the perks, including being entirely furnished, electricity, free wifi, laundry, and the network of coliving spaces you have access to worldwide, it’s far more accessible. The downside is that you end up spending twice as much on your apartment on furniture and other knick-knacks and tossing out a big chunk of your earnings if you decide to pass.

In India, the idea of co-living spaces is not new but is often frowned upon because of the stereotypical mentality! Co-living accommodations are modern, fully furnished and affordable homes! available to both men and women. You will lead a restriction-free life in a new city without having to think about construction costs or long and boring sessions of house hunting! Not to mention you can avoid unfair criticism from the owners of apartments and pay the business for guest accommodation. You may opt to live alone or share with a friend / new person your room. If you’re confident it doesn’t have to be with someone from the same gender.

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