Ananth Sampathkumar is an architect whose passion for housing stems from firsthand experiences in Delhi, India, where rapid urban growth underscored the challenges of density and infrastructure. As a co-founder and partner at NDNY Architecture + Design, Ananth leads diverse housing projects, ranging from adaptive reuse in Brooklyn to renovations of brownstones, townhouses, and condominiums. His work extends to collaborating with the New York City Housing Authority to rethink waste management across 30 developments, engaging with agencies like the Department of Buildings and City Planning to improve urban living conditions. His career includes hands-on experience at Laurie Baker Building Center, a pioneer in affordable housing, and notable residential projects at Richard Meier & Partners, such as Newark’s Teachers Village Workforce Housing and Tel Aviv’s Rothschild Tower. Ananth’s expertise spans architecture, design, and sustainable housing, shaping communities through thoughtful, impactful design.