The Covid-19 pandemic has shifted what people look at when buying homes with most looking at wellness, according to Knight Frank. The real estate firm says the pandemic saw people shift their homes into work hubs therefore people now search for wellness when buying homes across Africa. "Respondents with future buying intentions have indicated that they are more likely to buy a second home out of the city as a safe haven in case of future outbreaks, lockdowns or disasters. "said Charles Macharia, Head of Research, Knight Frank Kenya. Residential design is also anticipated to form a core element of buyers’ specifications, in the future, Knight Frank notes.

Source: The Star May 21, 2021 00:56 UTC