Sunlight has benefitted human beings since the dawn of time. From encouraging vibrant flora to land fertility for agriculture, geographical areas that are blessed with tropical sunlight have been known to be attractive to humans as places to settle and thrive since the beginning of civilization. Societies have been known to thrive with the presence of sunlight. Indians, especially, have been blessed with this perfect golden ecology for generations. Today, the sun still shines, but the people lead very different lives. With urbanisation at its peak in India, the desire for spaces that bring in natural elements has become more than just a luxury – it’s a necessity. The concept of open, naturally lit spaces with ample sunlight and large windows has begun to take root. These ‘sunkissed’ homes are the perfect match for the Indian homeowner’s aspiration for health, sustainability, and tranquil living among natural elements.
Here are a few of the many benefits of living in harmony with natural light
- Good for Health: Natural light is essential for human beings to have a normal circadian rhythm, which is your body’s natural clock that regulates various biological processes including sleep, hunger, mood and more. Moreover, sunlight is one of the finest natural sources of energy that allows the synthesis of vitamin D in the body. Natural light has also been shown to increase productivity by up to 18%, helping create the perfect working and living environment.
- Natural Aesthetic: Sunlit homes exude a welcoming atmosphere, with vibrant light in all corners highlighting the natural beauty of a home’s architecture. Natural light is also known and loved for the expanding effect it has on a space, making it appear more open and expansive.
- Efficiency: The presence of natural light is not just aesthetically appealing. The functionality of sunlight allows there to be a lower dependence on artificial light. Sunlight can effectively reduce energy used for lighting by at least 1/5th. It can also provide an added energy efficient benefit; homes blessed with loads of sunlight can be powered almost entirely by solar power.
- Evergreen Architecture: The beauty of contemporary design principles that prioritise the presence of sunlight lies in its timelessness. Sunlight plays with textures, shadows, and reflections, enhancing the character of materials like wood, stone, and glass. A well-lit home feels dynamic, changing as the sun moves. What’s more, homes with ample natural lighting have significantly higher resale value, being marked as a more premium property, when compared to counterparts with lesser sunlight.
Large windows, skylights, and open spaces blur the line between indoors and outdoors, fostering a deep sense of harmony with nature—a quality that never feels outdated. These homes of India, blessed with abundant sunlight, have been in style from ages, and will continue to be.
A defining feature of Indian homes, sunlight has shaped the way people live, interact, and connect with their surroundings. As urbanisation accelerates, the need for naturally lit, open spaces has only grown stronger, reinforcing the idea that sunlight is not just a feature, but a way of life. In this fast paced world, the charm of a ‘sunkissed’ home remains constant, rooted in Indian tradition and culture, yet suited perfectly for the future of Indian homes much like the harmonious spaces crafted by Ankura Homes. Do take a glance at our sunlit, nature-oriented projects!
