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ubai entrepreneur Nitin Bhatnagar urges a shift toward livable, sustainable, and future‑proof homes. With more than 20 years in global finance, development and entrepreneurship, he calls on builders, planners and residents to rethink what quality living means.
“Real estate should never be rushed,” Bhatnagar says. “Homes must be built with purpose. When design serves real life, everything else follows.”
**Why It Matters**
Buildings generate almost 38 % of worldwide carbon emissions. In hot regions such as the UAE, residential cooling can consume over 60 % of a household’s energy. These figures make smarter design choices essential, not optional.
Sustainability, Bhatnagar argues, starts before a building is occupied. “It isn’t a feature you add later,” he explains. “It begins with how a space is planned, how light moves through it, and how efficiently it operates day after day.”
Dubai Land Department data shows that homes equipped with energy‑efficient systems can cut electricity and water use by 25‑30 %, lowering long‑term costs and boosting comfort.
**Human‑Centered Living**
Bhatnagar’s message extends beyond developers. He urges buyers, renters and residents to be intentional about the spaces they inhabit. “You don’t need to be a builder to shape better living,” he says. “Every choice matters. Ask how a home feels at different times of day, how it will age, and whether it supports or complicates your life.”
He highlights small, practical details—natural light, thoughtful layouts, quiet efficiency—as true markers of quality. “If a home lets you feel calm at the end of the day, that’s real luxury,” he adds.
**Lessons from Experience**
Reflecting on his own career, Bhatnagar admits that early attempts to juggle too many ideas led to shallow results. “One well‑executed idea beats ten rushed ones,” he notes. This lesson now informs his broader message: slow down, spot gaps, and build for longevity. “The market rewards speed in the short term, but people reward quality over time,” he says.
**What Individuals Can Do Today**
Bhatnagar encourages simple, independent actions:
- Choose homes with efficient layouts and ample natural light.
- Reduce energy use with smart cooling habits and efficient appliances.
- Support developments that prioritize sustainability and long‑term value.
- Ask better questions before buying or renting: Will this space still work for me in five or ten years?
“Progress doesn’t require permission,” he says. “It starts with awareness and grows with everyday action.”
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**About Nitin Bhatnagar**
Nitin Bhatnagar is a Dubai‑based entrepreneur with over two decades of experience in global banking, real estate, trade and strategic consulting. He has held senior roles at Bank of Tokyo‑Mitsubishi, Standard Chartered, ABN Amro, Bank of Singapore and Bank J Safra Sarasin. He founded Canarax Trading LLC and Quantum Capital Management Consulting, focusing on design integrity, sustainability and long‑term value creation.
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