Editorial | Realty Files e-Magazine| July 2026 | Nikhil Pattani
Editorial: Building Beyond Bricks Real estate is often measured in square feet, price per square foot, or skyline-defining towers. Yet, at its core, the industry is about something far more meaningful—it is about creating spaces where people live, work, dream, and build their futures. This edition explores the many dimensions of modern real estate beyond transactions and trends. From the growing influence of boutique developers and the evolution of concierge living to sustainable design through biophilic architecture and passive cooling techniques, we examine how innovation is reshaping the way India experiences housing. Our cover story takes a closer look at one of Mumbai’s most important conversations: the role of public institutions and private enterprise in shaping the city’s future. Rather than viewing them as rivals, we encourage readers to see them as complementary forces whose shared responsibility is to build a more inclusive, resilient, and future-ready urban landsca...
