Condo owners run the gamut from young professionals to downsizing empty nesters, but all want something more out of their housing choice than just a roof over their heads.
Buyers are not just looking for a unit but a lifestyle, says San Diego designer Jules Wilson, who sees three new trends among her condominium clients:
--hotel living buildings that feature luxury comforts and urban amenities that rival a five star-hotel--integrated retail buildings that include built-in retail elements such as coffee shops and boutiques in the building lobby or first floor
--startup housing that allows entrepreneurial millennials to work from home or connect with likeminded individuals in creative setups
Click through the next three pages for examples and photos of each style.
