IN CONVERSATION WITH ZAFAR MASUD CHAUDHARY

What makes a Modernist? The Chandigarh-raised designer offers a look through his oeuvre and the values that have shaped his praxis

- NAMRATA DEWANJEE

Calling your living spaces a habitat might strike some of us as odd. The truth is, the built environment, from megacities to mansions and down to the smallest bed-sit, all come under the purview of the term. But how do you design an optimal contemporary human habitat? Architect Zafar Masud Chaudhary of Habitat Architects answers, “We aim to design environments that resonate with people’s identities and lifestyles, fostering a deep sense of connection and fulfilment.” The CEO, founder and principal architect continues, “Habitat Architects stems from our overarching vision of the human habitat, encompassing all aspects of the built environment. It symbolises a sense of belonging and comfort, signifying our commitment to creating spaces where individuals feel genuinely at home.”