How to Choose the Right Floor Plan for Your Lifestyle

Understand Carpet Area vs Built-Up vs Super Built-Up

• Carpet Area: Actual usable space inside your flat
• Built-Up Area: Carpet + walls + balcony
• Super Built-Up: Built-up + proportionate common areas

Always compare carpet area between floor plans.

Match Layout to Family Needs

• Small Family: 1BHK or compact 2BHK
• Growing Family: 2BHK with 2 bathrooms
• Joint Family: 3BHK or 4BHK with separate dining/living spaces

Check the bedroom sizes, especially the master bedrooms. Ensure there are enough bathrooms for daily convenience.

Check Ventilation & Natural Light

Mumbai homes can feel cramped without airflow. A good plan ensures:

• Cross-ventilation
• Windows in every room
• East-West facing for better sunlight

Tip: In areas like Chembur and Wadala, many newer projects focus on vastu-friendly and airy layouts.

Look for Open Layouts

Modern buyers prefer open kitchens, larger living rooms, and multi-use spaces.

Avoid excessive corridors and oddly shaped rooms. Open layouts make small spaces feel larger.

Study the Floor Plate

Some key aspects to check:

• Are bedrooms clustered or spread?
• How far is the kitchen from the entry?
• Are balconies placed with views?

Avoid units where bathrooms open into living rooms.

Privacy and Noise Buffer

Consider:

• Does your bedroom share a wall with the neighbour?
• How far is the kids’ room from the kitchen?
• Is there a buffer space between the entrance and the living area?

Projects in Chembur often offer better privacy, as many are lower-density compared to Western suburbs.

Future-Proof Your Plan

• Planning kids? Need a study area?
• Want a home office space?
• Will parents be living with you later?

Choose flexible layouts that grow with you.

Conclusion

Choosing a floor plan isn’t just about square feet—it’s about how you live every day.

At Upgrade Realty, we help you decode floor plans, compare carpet areas, and even visit show flats in Mumbai hot spots like Chembur, Sion, and Ghatkopar.

Want expert advice on layouts that fit your lifestyle? Let’s plan it together.