India, Feb. 21 -- With urban landscapes rapidly evolving, incorporating sustainability principles in real estate development is no longer optional but essential. According to design experts, sustainability and luxury are not mutually exclusive. A property can be both sustainable and luxurious.

"A significant portion of a project's cost is attributed to real estate. As land becomes commodified, challenges arise. In the coming years, we must prioritize habitat over the economy. Affordability and luxury are oxymorons-luxury, by definition, is exclusive to a select few, especially in India," said architect Akshat Bhatt, an architect at Architecture Design, on the sidelines of the 13th edition of India Design ID 2025 being held in Delhi.

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