Updated On: 23 February, 2024 07:21 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
As per the ‘HomeScapes’ study by Godrej Interio, more Indians are now looking to get ‘Me Time’ where they can unwind in their personal space at home

The study reveals that Kolkata, Bengaluru, and Mumbai are the top three cities looking for refuge in their homes from the hustle and bustle of the outside world. Photo Courtesy: Godrej Interio
In the fast-paced and dynamic landscape of modern India, a notable shift is occurring in the way people approach their homes, as revealed in the `HomeScapes` study conducted by Godrej Interio, a business of Godrej & Boyce, the flagship company of the Godrej Group. The research highlights the distinct manifestation of individuals` personalities and values in their preferences for home decor, emphasising the inherent link between homes and personal growth.
The findings of the report unveiled intriguing aspects of changing consumer behaviour, shedding light on the significance of personal space and its connection to individual growth highlighting how an increasing number of Indians are actively seeking `Me-Time` within the confines of their homes. With more Indians working trying to balance their work and home, ‘personal time’ is becoming more of a luxury.
As per the ‘HomeScapes’ study, more Indians are now looking to get ‘Me Time’ where they can unwind in their personal space at home. The report also stressed on the fact that personal space/corner is the first thing that an increasing number of Indians think of when planning to buy their own homes. In fact, about one in every three respondents in both Mumbai (37 per cent) and Kolkata (31 per cent) and more than a quarter of the respondents in Bengaluru (27 per cent) admit that their personal space where they can indulge in a solitary activity in peace is the first thing, they visualise in their first home.