The idea of owning a house is very deep rooted in Indians. As much as it is a financial asset, it also is an emotional investment. From homes to apartments – there has been a paradigm shift in home buying patterns in India. Not long ago, having your independent house was considered synonymous with ‘own roof and shelter’ and there was an aversion to the idea of flats/apartments. But as relocation to metro cities became the norm and dual income families became commonplace, the apartment culture started taking over the residential market.