In the last 15 years or so, our concept of what is acceptable density and build up has changed drastically. I think we have seen your typical 3 bed/ 2 bath unit configuration that can range from 800 sqft to 1500 sqft or more.

Developers are generally being more efficient with layouts but you sometimes see oversized balconies or yards or wasted corridor space.

The oversized units seem to suffer a larger penalty unless they are in an in-demand atas area yet still fundamentally have the same core function as smaller units.

What is your deal breaker on what not to buy? This is purely around layout and ignoring location logistics.

This post has been edited by Cavatzu: Jan 4 2024, 09:20 AM

This would be the golden grail of layout for me. The double wide living and dining area is always desired. 1100 sqft for a 3 bed/2 bath. Unfortunately width is a real premium for a developer to be able to cram as many units as they can.

Your first example is real bad as the corridor is really long. Usually it would be the width of 1 room so like 2.8m.

Dumb bell layouts like example 2 are the most efficient but some don’t like the rooms being visible from the living area.