GENEVA, SWITZERLAND
In Geneva, Switzerland, which is impacted by heavy rainfall and Alpine erosion, the climate conversation is also ramping up among luxury buyers and investors.
Maxime Dubus, managing director of SPG One Christie’s International Real Estate, reports that high-net-worth clients are showing increased interest in residences with eco-friendly designs and features that offer resilience against extreme weather-related events.
“There is a clear trend among luxury buyers requesting sustainable buildings, from low-energy design to eco- certifications like Minergie, which certifies that a building has low energy consumption,” says Dubus.
Switzerland has been recognized as one of the most progressive and committed countries for its actions on climate change. This ethos, which can be traced back to the country’s roots as a rural-based economy, is deeply ingrained in Swiss architecture – meaning that environmentally conscious buyers don’t have to look far to find homes offering features and systems that prioritize resource conservation. But Dubus says that while sustainability transcends price points in Geneva’s housing market, many of the buyers he works with are requesting homes with additional features that raise the bar. “Luxury buyers in our region are increasingly showing interest in homes with eco-friendly features and advanced green technologies, such as solar energy systems and water management solutions,” he explains. “They want assurance that homes can handle environmental shifts without compromising comfort or value.”
Environmental consciousness in Geneva extends to new developments as well, with luxury homes incorporating reinforced structures, green roofs to handle rainfall, and comprehensive energy solutions, including geothermal systems.
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