Hide & Seek

Open Architecture’s perfectly considered projects either disappear into the landscape or become new landmarks

Green Gold

Yinka Shonibare’s new artists’ residency space, in a remote part of Nigeria, offers a lush landscape for cultural and creative discovery

View from the Top

Reggaeton superstar J Balvin’s villa, by architects 5 Sólidos, is a minimalist frame for Medellin’s mountainous vistas

Into the Wild

We take a walk in a Surrey garden that combines sharp architecture and naturalistic planting to great effect

Best Retreat

Ballen Houses, El Retiro, Colombia, by LCLA Office and Clara Arango

Best Roofscape

IWA sake brewery, Japan, by Kengo Kuma & Associates

Lines of Duty

Not content with building a home and office in Halifax, Nova Scotia, just for himself, Canadian architect Omar Gandhi has dedicated nearly an entire floor of his new space to working on pro bono projects to improve the local area

Spiritual Revival

Nancy Newberg worked with architects Marmol Radziner and Kathryn M Ireland to bring calm and cohesion to her home

Travel: Bernini's Rome

No artist left a greater mark on the city than the great baroque sculptor and architect. Loyd Grossman follows in his footsteps

 Who Holds The Power To Shape Our Cities?

Afterparti - Cities are unequal, and power struggles often play out in the arena of the built environment, say the London-based collective of young architecture writers. We asked them to take over the following pages to reflect on how we can make contemporary urban spaces more inclusive

The Power Of Patience

The architect George Saumarez Smith describes how he created a home by slow evolution, rather than revolution

How To Use A Large-Scale Wall Mural

Choose the right design for your space and take a feature wall to the next level…

Designs For Health And Beauty

The coming of mass tourism to the seaside produced an era of iconic Modern architecture and design, as Clive Aslet discovers

Factory Finish

Architect Mia Buzzi used unusual textures and bespoke design when she converted a derelict industrial unit into a warm and welcoming home

Balancing Sustainability and Comfort: The Art of Upkeeping Sustainable Homes

Building a sustainable home is not just a trendy choice but a responsible and essential step towards a greener and more eco-conscious future. Here’s how to build a sustainable home.

AN ICONIC TUNNEL GETS A LIGHT MAKEOVER

Signify’s intervention with the 2nd Street Tunnel in Los Angeles is a study in architectural lighting solutions

DESIGNING HERSTORY: WOMEN SHAPING THE DESIGN WORLD - WITH APARNA KAUSHIK AND MITU MATHUR

Throughout history, women have made invaluable contributions to the world of architecture and interior design.

ELEVATE YOUR HOME

Promising safety, technology and luxury; Elite Elevators is at the forefront of revolutionising the home elevator industry

PARTNERS IN DESIGN: STRIKING THE WORK-LIFE BALANCE- WITH PRIYANKA KHANNA AND RUDRAKSH CHARAN

In the buzzing world of design and construction, the duo of Priyanka Khanna and Rudraksh Charan emerges like a blockbuster script waiting to be told.

THE NEW FACE OF ARCHITECTURE: THE ADVENT OF TECHNOLOGY- WITH VIVEK GUPTA & MANISH GULATI

Technology has revolutionised the world of design and architecture.

A SECRET LAIR

A resort nestled in the wilderness of Jim Corbett, ZANA draws inspiration from an English country house

URBAN INFRASTRUCTURE IN INDIA: CHALLENGES.IMPACT.SOLUTIONS- WITH SONALI RASTOGI AND GOONMEET SINGH CHAUHAN

India is at the cusp of rapid urbanisation. According to studies, by 2030, India’s urban population will reach 600 million people.

50 ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN AN INDIAN JOURNAL OF ARCHITECTURE TOP FIFTY

\"Architecture is the learned game, correct and magnificent, of forms assembled in the light.\" - Le Corbusier. These pearls of wisdom emphasise architecture as an intellectual pursuit that requires extensive learning and adherence to specific principles, while also allowing for creative magnificence. In celebration of our 41st anniversary, Architecture+Design is proud to present the top 50 architects in India who have navigated this labyrinth, emerging victorious with exceptional work that has redefined the nation's architectural landscape. Through a comprehensive evaluation of their recent projects, accolades, and industry impact, we have curated a collection of India's brightest architectural minds. These firms and individuals have been recognised for their unwavering commitment to excellence, garnering accolades that underscore their mastery of form, function, and aesthetics. Whether reimagining urban cityscapes or crafting sustainable sanctuaries amidst natural wonders, the architects featured in this list have left an indelible mark on the built environment. Join us as we celebrate their groundbreaking achievements and explore the culmination of their visionary brilliance.

..AND THE LEGACY LIVES ON

Sanchit Arora trains his young eyes towards creating an architectural identity through fantastical concepts. We chart how the architect has propelled the trajectory of RENESA, the studio founded by his father Sanjay Arora, towards being touted as one of the leading avant-garde design firms in the country

in Balance

Design has always been our first love. It is a vital part of our existence and the fundamental reason we get along

BUILDING SPATIAL DIALOGUES

In conversation with the powerhouse duo Lijo Jos and Reny Lijo, who dare to break away from accepted design norms and introduce new ideas, forging a path for themselves in the field of architecture

AN EXPERIMENT IN THE MAKING

Birju Shah, Pooja Shah and Dhaara Shah converge to form Studio-in-Dtale, an Ahmedabad-based design atelier that crafts, creates and pushes the boundaries when it comes to AvantGarde design

GROWING INTO HIS OWN

An artist in the broad sense of the word, Ali Baldiwala is a sum of many creative pursuits. From the complex design work he undertakes to the intricate collaborations he spearheads, the interiors designer is at the forefront of heralding a new lexicon in Indian design...one that's inclusive and potent.

THEN AND NOW

Mohammed Afnan and Arun Shekar Gowda take us through the journey that led them to embrace responsible design in their own unique way

THE PANDEMIC CITY

As our cities find their feet again, architect gives us a peek into the outside world, and how it can and should change to make our post-pandemic lives better