Bengaluru's Winter Chill: Why Apartments Stay Warm, Independent Houses Turn Icy

• Independent houses lose heat faster due to more exposed surfaces like roofs, multiple outer walls, and open setbacks.
• Apartments are "wrapped" by other units, significantly reducing heat loss and benefiting from neighbors' warmth.
• Air leaks, stack effect from internal staircases, and direct ground contact contribute to colder interiors in independent homes.
• Bengaluru homes lack insulation, built for mild weather, making independent houses more susceptible to cold.
• Practical fixes for independent houses include sealing gaps, using heavy curtains, and adding roof insulation.

Why It Matters: Apartments stay warmer in Bengaluru winters due to shared walls and less exposure, unlike independent houses.