The sustainability features becoming non-negotiable for today’s apartment buyers

With people looking for new homes to support them into the future, a commitment to sustainability in new development is reshaping how Australians live.For those wanting to move to a more lifestyle-focused property, comfort and luxury are often at the forefront of their minds.But increasingly sustainability is creeping up the list of essentials, shifting from a nice-to-have to a must-have for Australian property buyers – and nowhere is this more evident than in Queensland, where climate realities are being felt.As the state becomes hotter and drier, coupled with more severe weather events, it's clear that homes need to work harder.They need to be designed for passive cooling, energy efficiency, and include features that reduce energy costs while also mitigating the risks of increasingly intense heatwaves, especially for the aging population.According to last year’s PropTrack Origin Australian Home Energy Report, 56% of buyers are now motivated to minimise their environmental impact within the next five years.This shows that the sustainability trend is not only driven by cost-savings, but also by more people wanting to align their living spaces with their lifestyle and values, and th...