NEW YORK / LONDON (IT BOLTWISE) – While many people downsize as they age, an elderly couple in New York have decided to do the opposite. They moved to a larger apartment to create more space for their family and to make their grandchildren’s visits more pleasant.
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At a time when many older people are downsizing their living spaces to meet the demands of aging, a New York couple has decided to take a different approach. Laurence Gerowitz, a 75-year-old lawyer, and his wife traded their small apartment for a larger apartment on the Upper East Side. This decision was made not only out of personal comfort, but also out of the desire to offer their grandchildren more space and opportunities.
The new apartment in the Harper complex not only offers more space, but also numerous amenities that are particularly attractive to the younger members of the family. With a games room, a music room and a creative studio, the new residence is a paradise for the grandchildren, who now find more than enough entertainment during their visits. This decision to expand as you get older shows that the desire for family closeness and comfort also plays an important role in later life.
Laurence and his wife previously lived in a 1,200 square foot apartment that, while cozy, did not provide the comforts they wanted for their family. Moving to the new apartment was not only a logistical challenge, but also an emotional decision. The proximity to the old neighborhood and the improved living conditions were decisive factors for this step.
The trend of upsizing as we age could gain traction in urban areas like New York, where living space is often limited. For many older people who want to stay close to their families, a larger apartment offers the opportunity to make visits more pleasant and at the same time increase their own standard of living. This development could also have an impact on the real estate market, as demand for larger, age-appropriate apartments increases.
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