Restoring old churches into liveable and highly modern hotels and homes
Implications - Home restoration has become popular thanks to the success of related reality TV shows. These renovated churches reflect our desire to preserve culture yet live at the height of modernity. Adding to their appeal is the fact that owning a piece of history can ensure exclusivity.
Trend Themes
1. Religious Renovations - The rise of conversion of churches into homes for modern living provides an opportunity for contractors and interior designers to use historic artifacts to create a modern-day living space.
2. Multi-use Buildings - The reimagining of once-singular use buildings like churches is an opportunity for creating affordable and unique live/work spaces for new urban populations.
3. Revitalizing Historic Architecture - Creating new uses for historic buildings can breathe new life into otherwise neglected churches and inspire renewed appreciation for significant architecture.
Industry Implications
1. Real Estate - Professionals can strategize the adoption of more affordable and high-value properties from unconventional renovation permit requests of publicly available real estate.
2. Tourism and Lifestyle - The renovation and repurposing of churches to blend historic architecture with modern amenities provide an opportunity to innovate the hospitality industry.
3. Construction and Design - Renovating historic and abandoned buildings require skill and appreciation for historic preservation. Professionals in this field can capitalize on older infrastructure to create new and unique projects.
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