Shrinking Footprints: How Rising Costs Are Pushing Home Sizes Down
- Janis Udris

- Sep 13
- 1 min read
Updated: Oct 1
As living costs rise, many are embracing smaller homes. Two decades ago, baby boomers aspired to spacious two-storey houses over 200 m². Today, with increasing maintenance expenses and a shift towards minimalism, compact homes around 100 m² are becoming the norm. This trend aligns with changing family structures, where smaller households are more common. Looking ahead, we anticipate that home sizes will continue to decrease, reflecting a global move towards flexibility and sustainable living.




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