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Urban living has become a hot topic of discussion in the past few years, especially as the world looks for new and innovative ways to use space and improve efficiency. This aligns with global trends to improve how we use resources, both organic and inorganic. Where you choose to live can have a big impact on whether you’ll keep up with the future or fall behind. If you’re looking to invest your money in the right places, then check out these trends in urban living.

Less Is More

You’ve likely heard it said that less is more, but urban living is using that phrase as its mantra. Oversized is out, and smaller spaces are in. They’re ideal spaces because they’re cost-efficient. Each square foot is carefully thought out, so you only have to worry about the essentials. That’s why more apartment floor plans now include smaller units, like the studios at Post House. You can also see this trend in the uprising of stores like IKEA. They specialize in creating accessories that maximize small spaces. Check out IKEA’s small space post about interior designer Frida Roos for inspiration. This also aligns with the uprising of minimalism as a full-blown lifestyle choice. It’s become especially popular as more people look for ways to be environmentally friendly.

Mix It Up

Urban planners are looking for ways to make communities more self-sustaining by avoiding suburban sprawl and instead creating inclusive spaces. This means that single-use structures are trending out. Gone are the days of having one large building that is strictly retail. This falls in line with the “death of the mall.” Gone also are the neighborhoods dominated strictly by residential buildings. So what’s next? Mixed-use developments are the answer. This creates a community where people can find housing, restaurants, retail, fitness, coffee shops, and more. Another benefit to keeping things close is to provide an economic boost. The local economy will be more lucrative when residents have incentives to shop where they live. Fortune Builders also notes that these developments “have encouraged people to access places of work or errands through public transit as well as walking and biking,” and cities that have successfully implemented mixed-use spaces “now require fewer parking lots, garages, and alleyways.”

Keep It Close

Modern living is expected to include convenience. It’s the age of Amazon and other online shopping that lets you order and enjoy items in a matter of a day, or sometimes less. People want that kind of quick gratification and convenience where they live. Urban developers are taking this into consideration, and that has given birth to a concept called the “15-minute city.” The goal of this plan is to give people access to all essentials within 15 minutes or less. 15minutecity.com describes it this way: “The 15-Minute City Project is designed to help access-focused urban transformations be what we need them to be: ambitious, inclusive, measurable, and effectively implemented.” Plans like these mean that city-dwellers will no longer have to worry about food deserts where there are no grocery stores or a lack of access to green spaces.

Urban Living in Evansville

If you want to be a part of the future of urban living, then you should visit Post House, new apartments in Evansville, IN. As a community, we are already aligned with urban living trends. We are part of a mixed-use development, offer studio floor plans, include sustainable living elements in units and as a whole building, and are located in the heart of downtown Evansville. We offer the modern oasis you’ve been looking for, so give us a call at (812)-308-4197.