26/11/2024
For buyers and tenants
If you've wondered what it means to own a penthouse, our experts have the answer for you. Read the three unique benefits of living in a penthouse here!
The term penthouse has long been used in architecture as well as real estate abroad, but it has only started to make inroads in Bulgaria in recent years. The word is derived from Old French and literally translated means "attached building" or "appendage". Also, the modern spelling of the word "penthouse" is a combination of the French word for slope- pente and the Anglish noun for house- house.
The penthouse first appeared in Europe in the 19th century. But then these were technically condominiums where mostly poorer people lived. Through these technical floors pass air conditioning systems, necessary equipment, or are adapted for closets. They then gradually started to become 'living attics', but because they are located just below the roof, they are always much cooler than the floors below, which characterises them as not very cosy. As the need for more and more available living space in the ever-growing metropolis of New York, and in other major cities, forced developers to make use of any available space, modest annexes began to be fitted out for building staff, janitors, and poorer New Yorkers. But over time, everything changed radically.
In the category of luxury dwellings the penthouses were referred to considerably later, more precisely in the 1920s, in New York, when such type of properties began to be offered, distinguished as luxury and expensive dwellings.
Penthouse dwellings are additions to the top floor, forming a large luxury maisonette or even a triplex, and can also be completely separate self-contained properties. In the classical sense, a penthouse is an apartment with views in all four directions. A penthouse is a multi-bedroom spacious apartment located on the top floor of a building, and often has additional exclusive spaces such as terraces or roof gardens where the occupant has the option of adding extras for comfortable living - such as a Jacuzzi, barbecue or gazebo. This is usually the tallest and most expensive property in the building, offering a unique experience for its owners.
In recent years, the term penthouse has been used more loosely, both in this country and abroad, to refer to an apartment that is generally located on the top floor and is distinguished by its high price, prestige, design style and luxury. These are high-quality, high-tech penthouses or triplexes with panoramic views, and often these homes retain their high price for a long time and are not sold because their owners view them as a long-term investment. Owning such a property is more than just a luxury fad, because apart from its large size and location on top of multi-storey business or residential buildings, a penthouse has many features that make it a dream home for people with style and high lifestyle demands.
The advantages and benefits of living in a penthouse are many and there is virtually no more desirable property on the market. The home deservedly sells at a premium price because of its extra amenities such as space and luxury. Most penthouses have spectacular views and offer more privacy from the outside world.
Imagine a full-scale view of the four directions of the world... And looking on a smaller scale, the penthouse apartment gives you the incredible opportunity to enjoy stunning city views. Due to their height, penthouses offer panoramic views that can be extremely impressive. You can enjoy the sunrises and sunsets over the city, in the comfort of your own home, directly under the cupula of the sky. Enjoy the surrounding silence on weekends, step out onto the terrace in the summer sunshine and watch the view through panoramic French windows or directly onto the outdoor terraces and balconies. The views of the city are guaranteed to have a calming effect on the mind and inspire and encourage you to realise your dreams.
Living in a penthouse can provide you with more privacy than regular apartments. This is a particularly valuable advantage in urban living environments where spaces are by definition extremely limited. The added outdoor extras-spacious terraces and balconies-can create your own private outdoor relaxation area where you can enjoy expansive skies, fresh air and true, unadulterated tranquility. High floors create an atmosphere of detachment from the rest of the world, and sometimes privacy is all one needs.
These are homes in which everything is polished to the last detail, including the provision of security, given that we are talking about homes that have exclusivity, quality and expensive belongings that deserve external protection.
As mentioned, penthouses are distinguished by their luxurious furnishings. They are often designed with top-notch materials and refined interior solutions according to the latest trends in architecture. Their design is modern and elegant, combining style and functionality. The luxury of furnishing and decoration gives penthouse apartments a sophistication and refinement, creating a high level of comfort and satisfaction for the senses. This type of housing usually belongs to people who have very fine, refined and distinctly discerning taste, with an affinity for detail and very good social status.
The natural light that enters the home, thanks to panoramic glass windows with high ceilings and windows, brings a feeling of purity, peace and harmony and is a great source of positive energy that you can store for longer. In addition, thanks to this naturally penetrating light, the spaces appear even larger, creating the illusion of living as if in the "seventh heaven".
From everything that has been said so far, you can get only a vague idea of the palette of positive emotions that living in a penthouse can provide. These are homes that not only offer an exceptionally high standard of living for their owners and occupants, but these high-end properties combine the best of the world of owner-occupied and shared housing, adding the luxury of panoramic views, spaciousness and amenities, combined with the individuality and the privacy and security of high-end properties.
If you want to find your new exclusive home, a unique and exclusive and luxurious penthouse for example, but you are not sure if you can manage on your own, Unique Estates consultants will help you find the right option for you. They will introduce you to the latest property trends, fully tailored to your individual needs and preferences. Unique Estates consultants will assist you with finding the most suitable luxury home to become your new dream home.
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