Thinking about buying a new home? The more you search, the more complex it seems? Choosing the right property isn't just about square footage and the number of rooms—it’s about how you’ll feel in it 10-15 years from now. Will there be enough space for your family? Does it offer the privacy you need? Will maintenance costs remain affordable?
At Bellemonde, all homes are built with high energy efficiency, a solid reinforced concrete structure, and thermal insulating brickwork, ensuring durability, thermal comfort, and reduced maintenance costs. While we highly recommend this option, we understand that choosing a home involves exploring all available alternatives.
That’s why this guide provides insights into various types of houses, helping you visualize each option and decide what truly suits you and your family. And if you're looking for a premium home in a modern community with top-tier finishes and convenient city access, you’ll discover why Bellemonde could be an excellent choice.
How House Types Are Classified
When purchasing a property, the first step is deciding between a house vs an apartment.If you’ve determined that a house better suits your needs, there are several factors to consider and different options available on the market. Houses are classified based on multiple criteria:
Based on Structure and Construction Material
A house’s structure influences its architecture, energy efficiency, design, safety, and durability in relation to external factors such as earthquake resistance and maintenance costs.
Each type of structure also directly impacts the final cost of the property and comes with its own advantages and challenges.
| Criteria | Wooden Frame House | Steel Frame House | Brick and/or Reinforced Concrete House (Bellemonde) |
| Construction Costs | Lower than brick/concrete houses | Higher than wood, but more affordable than brick/concrete | Highest |
| Periodic Maintenance | Requires treatment against moisture and pests | Requires protection against corrosion | Minimal, no special maintenance required |
| Thermal Insulation | Naturally good | Requires additional insulation | Good insulation (depending on materials used) |
| Durability | Medium (30-50 years, if properly maintained) | Medium (40-60 years) | Very high (100+ years) |
| Earthquake Resistance | Good due to flexibility | Very good | Excellent, but depends on professional execution |
Wooden Frame Houses
Wooden frame houses are built using hardwood beams and posts, complemented by prefabricated OSB, laminated wood, or plywood panels. These homes offer a shorter construction time and good energy efficiency but require protection against moisture and pests. Typically, prefabricated elements are cut in a controlled environment and assembled on-site.
Advantages:
- Lower construction costs compared to brick and concrete houses
- Short construction time due to prefabricated components
- Lightweight materials allow for a more affordable foundation and larger usable space
- High flexibility for interior customization
- Naturally good thermal insulation
Disadvantages:
- Susceptible to moisture and insects if the wood is not properly treated
- Requires periodic maintenance
- Higher fire risk compared to other options
- Height limitations due to weight-bearing constraints
Steel Frame Houses
Steel frame houses use galvanized steel frames, providing a lightweight yet rigid structure with excellent earthquake resistance. While commonly used for commercial buildings, this construction method is gaining popularity in residential developments due to its reduced execution time.
Advantages:
- Prefabricated elements for quick assembly
- Shorter construction time
- High earthquake resistance
- Can support significant weight without requiring additional load-bearing columns
Disadvantages:
- Susceptible to corrosion, requiring periodic maintenance
- Needs additional insulation for optimal thermal performance
- Relatively high initial costs
Brick and/or Reinforced Concrete Houses
Brick and reinforced concrete homes combine thermal insulating brick walls with reinforced concrete columns and slabs, ensuring high durability and excellent resistance to external factors. This is one of the most solid and long-lasting construction methods.
Advantages:
- Exceptional durability (100+ years)
- High resistance to external factors
- Minimal maintenance required
- Supports heavy loads and allows for multi-story construction
- High flexibility in architectural design
Disadvantages:
- Longer construction time
- Requires more labor-intensive work
- Higher construction costs
Bellemonde homes are designed to meet the highest living standards, featuring a solid reinforced concrete structure and thermal insulating brickwork that ensures exceptional stability and long-term durability while eliminating corrosion-related risks. Thanks to high-quality materials and meticulous execution, Bellemonde houses require minimal maintenance, meaning fewer repairs and more time for what truly matters. Located in a well-organized community with a modern and tranquil ambiance, each home is not just a secure investment but also a long-term living space that provides safety and relaxation.
By Structure and Configuration of the Home
Choosing a type of home is not just a matter of style but also privacy, access to outdoor spaces, maintenance costs, and investment value. The way your home is positioned in relation to neighboring properties influences both your daily comfort and your long-term living experience.
Based on this criterion, there are three main categories of houses: detached, duplex, and townhouses, each offering its own benefits and trade-offs.
| Criteria | Detached House | Duplex | Townhouse |
| Privacy | High | Low | Very Low |
| Purchase Cost | High | Medium | Low |
| Maintenance Cost | High | Medium | Low |
| Customization | Full | Partial | Limited |
| Maintenance Effort | High | Lower than detached homes | Low |
| Outdoor Space | Large | Smaller than detached homes | Small compared to detached homes and duplexes |
| Investment Opportunity | Low | Medium | High |
Detached Homes: Maximum Privacy and Expansive Space
Detached houses are standalone properties that do not share walls, roofs, or structural elements with neighboring homes. They are often surrounded by private yards featuring green spaces or other outdoor landscaping.
Advantages:
- Potential for expansion or space reconfiguration
- High level of privacy and tranquility
- Can offer a spacious outdoor area
Disadvantages:
- Higher purchase cost
- Requires more effort and higher maintenance expenses
- Often located farther from urban amenities
- More challenging to sell or rent
In Bellemonde, detached homes are designed to blend luxury with functionality. Featuring 198 sqm of generous living space, premium finishes, and spacious gardens, these homes cater to those seeking a balanced lifestyle with access to modern amenities. Located near the neighborhood’s Social Hub, these properties offer both privacy and seamless access to community spaces, supporting a contemporary and well-connected lifestyle.
Duplex Homes: A Balance Between Cost, Comfort, and Privacy
Duplex homes consist of two separate units connected by a shared wall. This setup provides an ideal balance between space, privacy, and affordability, making it a popular choice for those seeking a more accessible alternative to detached homes with greater comfort than an apartment.
Advantages:
- More affordable purchase price than detached homes
- Lower heating and maintenance costs
- Good rental and resale opportunities
Disadvantages:
- Reduced privacy and potential noise from neighbors
- Limited outdoor space
- Less flexibility for space reconfiguration
In Bellemonde, privacy is not compromised. The partition walls between duplex homes incorporate advanced soundproofing systems, featuring premium noise-absorbing materials and double-layer masonry, ensuring minimal sound transmission between units. This guarantees a high level of acoustic comfort, offering you the same peace and quiet as a detached home, while benefiting from the advantages of a well-optimized duplex.
The duplex homes in Bellemonde feature modern designs and efficient space utilization. With living areas ranging from 160 to 189 sqm, they are spread over two or three floors, ensuring a clear separation between living and sleeping areas. Each unit includes a private garden and energy-efficient solutions, making them an optimal choice for those seeking modern comfort at an accessible price.
Townhouses: Maximum Efficiency and Affordability
Townhouses consist of multiple units connected by at least one shared wall. These homes are more compact, offering a smaller footprint than other options, yet intelligently optimized for maximum efficiency.
For buyers looking for an affordable home with low maintenance costs and easy access to urban amenities, townhouses are an excellent choice. However, for those seeking more privacy, a duplex might be a better fit.
Advantages:
- Lower purchase and maintenance costs
- Easy to maintain
- Convenient access to shared amenities
Disadvantages:
- Limited outdoor space
- Reduced privacy due to shared walls with neighbors
- Requires neighbor approval for modifications or renovations
The townhouses in Bellemonde are designed to maximize comfort within an intelligently optimized space. With living areas between 126 and 161 sqm, they are built with low-rise architecture and feature ventilated facades, which help maintain a pleasant indoor climate year-round. Layouts include a spacious living area, open-concept kitchen, and well-compartmentalized bedrooms, tailored to the needs of modern families.
Energy Efficiency Considerations
A home's energy efficiency impacts several factors, including thermal comfort, utility consumption, and maintenance costs. This is determined by the annual energy consumption, thermal insulation, ventilation systems, and heating/cooling solutions.
Homes are classified on an A-to-G energy efficiency scale, where Class A is the most efficient (less than 86 kWh/sqm per year) and Class G the least (over 751 kWh/sqm per year).
Class A homes are typically new constructions featuring modern heating and ventilation systems, renewable energy sources like solar panels, and superior insulation—all contributing to lower maintenance costs and optimal thermal comfort.
Achieving Class A efficiency is challenging, so most homes in Romania fall within Classes B, C, or D, depending on construction type, build year, and subsequent upgrades. Class B includes newer homes, while Classes C-D comprise older properties with higher heat loss and consumption, and Classes E-G represent very old buildings.
Here are the key energy-efficient features in Bellemonde:
- Next-Generation Heat Pumps
Heat pumps are climate control systems that utilize energy from the surrounding environment to heat or cool your home. A heat pump generates 3-5 times more thermal energy for each unit of electricity consumed.
With the heat pumps in Bellemonde, you can reduce your heating bill by up to 50%, enjoying consistent comfort in all seasons, without temperature shocks in winter or summer.
Bellemonde employs centralized heating systems powered by cutting-edge pumps, maintaining enhanced thermal comfort throughout the year. Such high-performance models have a lifespan of up to 20 years.
- Ventilated Facades
Ventilated facades are an exterior finishing detail that allows for an air layer between it and the structural wall. This system serves as thermal insulation, reducing the home's heat loss and creating a natural ventilation effect.
The homes in Bellemonde feature ventilated facades that decrease the need for heating or cooling by up to 30%, ensuring ideal thermal comfort. Additionally, the system protects the building from weather conditions and extends its lifespan.
- Aluminum Joinery
Aluminum profiles and thermally insulated windows reduce heat loss, minimizing temperature transfer between the interior and exterior. They are highly durable and also have the advantage of reducing external noise pollution.
- Premium Finishes
The use of high-quality thermal insulation materials significantly enhances a building's energy efficiency. The modern finishes in Bellemonde prevent water infiltration, improve indoor air quality, and help maintain optimal temperatures in any season.
- Infrastructure for Photovoltaic Panels
Flat roof homes in Bellemonde offer infrastructure for installing photovoltaic panels, which generate their own electricity by harnessing a renewable and clean source, without carbon dioxide emissions. Houses equipped with photovoltaic panels can reduce energy consumption by up to 70% and can operate independently from the grid. These solutions enhance thermal comfort, lower utility bills, and are more attractive for resale.
- Electrified Parking Spaces
Charging stations for electric or hybrid cars promote a sustainable lifestyle, and their inclusion in a residential complex provides a significant amenity for residents. The Bellemonde community can enjoy the convenience and savings offered by home vehicle charging. Moreover, these increase the attractiveness of homes for rental or resale.
Construction Stages
Depending on the stage at which you make the purchase, a house can be nearing completion or ready for move-in, with every design detail finalized.
| Criteria | Shell Homes | Semi-Finished Homes | Finished Homes | Turnkey Homes |
| Purchase Cost | Low | Medium | Quite High | High |
| Completion Time | High | Medium | Low | Immediate Move-In |
| Customization Possibility | High | High | Lower than Shell or Semi-Finished Homes | Low |
Shell Homes
A "shell" home refers to a dwelling where the foundation, roof, and walls are completed, but the construction stage has not yet reached interior finishes or plumbing and electrical installations. Therefore, in this case, you will face a series of long-term construction costs that you need to consider when making the purchase decision.
Advantages:
- Low purchase cost
- Possibility to customize the interior configuration
Disadvantages:
- Long completion time, you cannot move in immediately
- Necessary costs for completion
Semi-Finished Homes
"Semi-finished" homes have, in addition to structural elements (foundation, walls, roof), interior and exterior walls plastered, and windows and doors installed. The dwelling has not yet reached the completion of electrical and plumbing installations, and some design or finishing details are still required.
Advantages:
- Ability to choose interior finishes according to preferences
- Closer to completion in terms of costs
Disadvantages:
- Requires additional investments
- The move-in date may be extended depending on the finishes
Finished Homes
"Finished" homes are nearly complete and already have the structure, interior finishes, plastered and painted walls, as well as floors, windows, and doors installed. To be ready for move-in, they still need elements such as lighting fixtures, furniture, or the installation of sanitary equipment.
Advantages:
- Almost ready for move-in
- Flexibility in choosing furniture and other finishing items
Disadvantages:
- Higher purchase costs compared to other options
- Limited customization possibilities
Turnkey Homes
"Turnkey" homes are completed and ready for move-in, including all interior and exterior finishes. Unlike finished homes, they are fully furnished and include furniture and decor items.
Advantages:
- Immediate move-in readiness
- Final cost already established, without the need for immediate additional investments
Disadvantages:
- Highest purchase cost among all housing options
- Limitations in choosing finishes
The homes in the upcoming Bellemonde residential neighborhood come "finished," but the complex also offers the option to use interior design services, allowing you to move in immediately without any hassle.
Therefore, if you choose a home in the Bellemonde neighborhood, you can enjoy an exclusive interior design service through collaboration with Hype Project.The premium architecture and design studio offers you three types of design concepts to choose from to suit your needs and style. Choosing this service will elevate your living experience in the Bellemonde residential complex, and you will be able to enjoy your new "turnkey" home.
Key Factors to Consider When Choosing a Home
Selecting a home involves evaluating several essential factors. While some buyers focus solely on location or price, a property should also align with your lifestyle and long-term needs, such as space and comfort requirements.
Here are the main criteria to consider when purchasing a home:
- Household Size – Required Space
The size of your home should be proportional to the number of people who will be living there. A couple or a family with one child will have different housing needs compared to larger families requiring three to four bedrooms, dedicated play areas, or additional leisure spaces.
- Lifestyle
Your daily activities and the way you spend your time directly impact the type of home that suits you best. A family with multiple children will need extra bedrooms and play areas, while if you work from home, a separate office space is essential.
- Budget
When purchasing a home, you must consider not only the acquisition price but also maintenance expenses and hidden costs—especially relevant for older properties. A home with high energy efficiency, premium construction materials, and modern building technologies will help you save money in the long run.
- Location and Accessibility to Amenities
Your home's location can significantly influence your daily life and overall comfort. It is advisable to choose a property in one of Bucharest’s prime areas.Depending on your needs, you may opt for a centrally located residence offering immediate access to key facilities or a suburban home that provides peace and lower pollution levels. For an ideal balance between a tranquil, green environment and easy access to amenities, a home in a new residential development like Bellemonde is an excellent choice.
Over the past five years, property prices in Pipera have increased by 30%, and demand for premium homes remains high. Bellemonde presents an outstanding opportunity both for personal residence and investment, with strong potential for appreciation in the coming years.
- Outdoor Space Availability
If you envision having a garden or a spacious terrace, consider the land size and landscaping possibilities. An outdoor area is perfect for relaxation, leisure activities, and spending time in the fresh air. A private yard is a significant advantage, particularly for families with children or pets.
- Energy Performance
A home's energy efficiency impacts both your comfort and long-term maintenance costs. Properties built with modern technologies and leveraging renewable energy sources provide the best cost-to-quality ratio. Whenever possible, opt for homes in energy class A or B.
Which Home Type Suits You Best?
Below is a guide matching different home types with various buyer profiles based on specific needs and lifestyles.
| Scenario | Recommended Home Type | Advantages |
| First-time homebuyer | Townhouse | Lower purchase price Lower maintenance costs Located in developed areas with good access to amenities Possibility to access favorable mortgage loans for a first home Easier to rent or sell |
| Looking to relocate | Duplex | Immediate Move-In Low maintenance costs Ample space without the high maintenance expenses of standalone houses High rental potential |
| You have a generous budget | Detached House | Increased privacy and tranquility Access to generous green spaces |
| You need more space | Detached House | Spacious layout for large or growing families High potential for space customization |
| You prefer a smaller space | Townhouse | Lower purchase price Optimized space to suit your needs Reduced maintenance efforts and costs |
Homes are also a profitable opportunity for investors, whether you are making your first real estate investment or investing for rental income. Regardless of your goal, our real estate investment guide will help you better understand how to choose high-yield residential properties.
Why Choose a House in Bellemonde?
The upcoming Bellemonde neighborhood offers a selection of homes built to the highest quality standards, ensuring unparalleled comfort for you and your family, all within an exclusive lifestyle setting.
Here’s why Bellemonde should be your future home:
1. A Wide Variety of Homes
No matter your preferred lifestyle, Bellemonde has the perfect home for you and your family. Choose from three distinct home types, each tailored to different space and comfort needs, ensuring a perfect fit for your way of living.
2. A Premium Location with High Appreciation Potential
Bellemonde is being developed in Pipera, an exclusive northern suburb of Bucharest, conveniently close to major business centers. Here, you’ll enjoy a peaceful environment with lower pollution levels compared to the city center, along with quick access to essential facilities.
Pipera is renowned for its rapid development and continuously rising property values. This guarantees strong real estate appreciation over time, making it an excellent investment—whether you plan to rent out or resell your home in the future.
3. An Exclusive Lifestyle
Bellemonde is more than just a residential complex—it is a place where you can enjoy a premium lifestyle. It offers privacy, access to extensive green spaces covering 33% of the neighborhood’s area, and numerous shared amenities, making Bellemonde a true oasis of tranquility and relaxation with a strong sense of community. Additionally, Bellemonde will be a gated community with 24/7 security, ensuring a high level of safety and comfort for you and your family.
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