Construction & Civil Engineering Magazine - Issue 219 January | Page 15

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functionality . Some improve energy efficiency , enhance the comfort and safety of occupants , optimise performance and reduce operational costs , while others preserve cultural heritage by meticulously documenting and restoring historic structures . As a result , this advancement empowers architects to design spaces that are aesthetically pleasing , sustainable , responsive , and aligned with the evolving demands of the modern world . This fusion of technology and tradition ensures that architecture evolves .
Preserving tradition for a path forward
Binding the past and future enriches the practice of architecture . Through creating spaces that resonate , our approach remains holistic and , most of all , human centric . The balance between innovation and preservation ensures that as we move forward , we remain connected to our past , enriching the cultural fabric of our built environments . For Habitat , this means integrating innovation , which steers us towards architectural practice focused on enhancing well-being , preserving cultural identity , and promoting sustainability in a seamlessly interconnected system . ■ designs with energy efficiency demands . These adaptive solutions create spaces that value the past while embracing a sustainable future . Energy modelling and material analysis tools refine this system further , selecting environmentally friendly materials that preserve historical authenticity while minimizing ecological footprints . These tools ensure that architectural practice respects its roots while contributing to a greener built environment .
Building with tech for a lasting legacy
Advanced technological tools create a cohesive system that enhances a building ’ s
Sahir Choudhary www . habitatarc . com
Sahir Choudhary is Senior Architect and Director – Operations at Habitat Architects . Founded in 1994 by Zafar and Monika Choudhary , along with their lifelong friend Ranjodh Singh , Habitat Architects emerged as a multidisciplinary design practice dedicated to creating responsible luxury and sustainable sophistication in architecture . Through nearly three decades of evolution , it has continually expanded its expertise , spanning architecture , interior design , master planning , landscape design , and product design . Its team of diverse experts , designers , stylists , and technical professionals , has shaped homes , institutions , hotels , resorts , and urban landscapes across the globe .
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