Organisation Profile

“Habitat is the largest non-governmental organization in the shelter sector in India committed to sustainable building solutions.”

Established in 1987 in Kerala, Habitat is registered as a charitable society.

It is totally committed to the concept of green and humane architecture.

It has been recognized as a nodal agency to carry out developmental works under the decentralization process in Kerala

It has a core group of 200 architects, Engineers and social workers with a support base of 6000 trained workers and  26 regional offices.

It has built thousands of buildings all over the country including commercial complexes, tourist resorts, public offices, schools, hospitals and so on -all using appropriate technology.

National operations-active in 8 states.

Social Activities

Conservation of heritage buildings – Habitat is also involved in the conservation of the innumerable heritage buildings in Kerala

Empowerment of women in the shelter sector-Habitat is making efforts to educate and train women in the field of building construction

Networking among partners in struggle

Information dissemination on cost effective shelter solutions

Capacity building for workers and professionals in the shelter sector using extensive training programs

Research and development in appropriate technologies and materials

Dream for Future

Informal School of Housing to impart training in the shelter sector

A Habitat commune where everyone can dream together, live together, think together and work together

Begin a network of Habitat shops where building materials would be available at affordable rates. This is directed at breaking the nexus between the construction sector and middlemen

Production of alternate building materials

Environmental concerns related to habitat development