by Harsh Jagwani, Managing Director, Notandas Realty
Post-pandemic, health, hygiene, and air quality became part of the luxury home checklist. Homebuyers are now asking for air purifiers, sensor-based faucets, UV sanitization for deliveries — things that weren’t even discussed earlier. It’s a shift from just aesthetics to intelligent wellness living — and that’s here to stay. Thereby, in this dynamic market, technology and its utilization in projects plays an important role in making a developer stand out from their peers.
Industry 4.0 boost for real estate
In recent times, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a quiet enabler across the lifecycle of a real estate project — from helping architects optimise layouts to post-possession services like smart concierge or automated energy management. As per a recent report, the smart home market revenue is expected to touch $1394.32 million by end of 2025.
In design, it allows real estate developers like us to run simulations faster — for light, airflow, and spatial efficiency — helping craft homes that feel intuitive, not just opulent. Post-possession of a house, AI-driven systems can learn a resident’s lifestyle over time — adjusting climate, lighting, or even music preferences to create a truly tailored living experience.
Tech advancements such as Internet of Things (IoT) enables a seamless connection between residents and their spaces — whether it’s remotely controlling blinds, tracking energy usage in real-time, or monitoring security feeds from their phone.
Enhancements in sophisticated services
In most luxury homes, things like mood lighting, automated curtains, climate control, and even music systems are now integrated — all controllable via app or voice. It’s no longer “nice-to-have.” Buyers expect this level of tech readiness today. The beauty lies in simplicity — if a resident can control everything from their phone or voice assistant, that’s modern luxury.
For premium buyers, convenience and control are key — smart lighting, leak detectors, gas sensors, and access control systems all add layers of safety and intelligence to the home. The biggest value? Peace of mind — whether you’re travelling or living abroad, your home stays connected to you.
Predictive maintenance is one of the big advantages for any premium home developer. IoT can alert us about HVAC issues, water leaks, or lift performance before they become a problem. Developers are also utilizing tech to monitor energy and water usage across buildings to drive sustainability — which matters a lot to today’s aware luxury buyer.
Convenience of virtual reality tools
Virtual Reality (VR) tools has made it possible for buyers — especially NRIs or clients based abroad — to walk through a home without stepping foot in India. It’s more than a sales tool. It helps buyers feel their future space — understand dimensions, finishes, views — and make confident decisions without uncertainty. We’ve seen faster conversions and more informed discussions because of this tech. It bridges the emotional gap.
Future of luxury homes
Several real estate organizations are only beginning to rely on data to drive their growth strategy. Technology is not only being utilized just to track interest levels, but also to understand what features buyers value. AI can help pick up patterns like preferences for wellness amenities, co-working spaces, or larger balconies post-pandemic — helping us build more meaningful offerings. A well-integrated smart home holds its value longer as it appeals to a wider, more discerning buyer base. For rentals too, especially in expat or executive housing, these features can command a premium. More importantly, such homes future proof the assets keeping it relevant even as buyers’ expectations evolve.
The next phase of luxury residential developments will be hyper-personalization — where the home anticipates your needs based on behavior. AI will drive everything from automated grocery replenishment to customized lighting moods for your meetings or workouts. Eventually, the tech will integrate in our lives even further — and that’s the true luxury: effortlessness!
