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From the rise of intimate, community-driven destinations to a renewed influx of international buyers, 2026 is shaping up to be a year defined by how thoughtfully residential environments support daily living. These shifts are influencing where buyers invest, what they expect, and how developers respond.

Developers are also revisiting Gilded Age–inspired amenities—spaces defined by atmosphere, craftsmanship, and intimacy. At The Willow in Manhattan’s Gramercy neighborhood, the Mermaid Room lounge features metallic detailing, jewel-toned upholstery, and a preserved medallion from the site’s earlier structure.