Meet Arshi Irshad Ahmadzai

Pahadi paintings, poetry of Lal Ded, architecture and the of Afghanistanthe emerging artist draws from diverse influences but sews it all in a singular, artistic language of her own.

A Haven Called Kaash

Bengaluru-based studio-cumresidency Kaash is quietly working in the craft collectibles market with collaboration and accessibility at its core

Notes From Colombo

Kalā, a new platform for South Asian art led by gallerist Saskia Fernando, opens at the Lionel Wendt Art Centre in Sri Lanka.

A Self Portrait

Anoushka Mirchandani's debut at Mumbai's Galerie Isa grapples with questions of womanhood and diasporic identity.

The Journey of Olivia Fraser

As the Delhi-based artist shows at New York's Sundaram Tagore Gallery, Uma Nair looks at her natural and spiritual influences.

WELCOME TO THE AMINS BARODA HOME

THE CITY OF BARODA-NOW CALLED VADODARA IS INTRICATELY  LINKED TO THE HISTORY OF MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY ART IN INDIA. REFLECTING THIS JOURNEY IS MALIKA AND CHIRAYU AMIN'S ANCESTRAL HOME AND THEIR INCREDIBLE COLLECTION OF ART.

The Curator

AD’s Art issue would be incomplete without an essay on Peggy Guggenheim, the philanthropist and visionary who was collecting through the war years, and whose home-turned-museum in Venice has one of the most important holdings of modern art in the world.

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IN A CHARMING ART DECO BUILDING IN MUMBAI'S HERITAGE PRECINCT, WITH THE BUSTLE OF OVAL MAIDAN ACROSS THE ROAD, COLLECTOR DARA MEHTA LIVES AMONG A STAGGERING COLLECTION OF ART IN A STARKLY MINIMAL HOME THAT IS MEDITATIVE AND RESTRAINED IN ITS INTERIORS DESIGNED BY NETERWALA AIBARA INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE AND ALL FOR THE ART TO SHINE THROUGH.

Treasure Hunt at Alessi

Cristina Kiran Piotti visits the Alessi Museum in Omegna, Italy, and discovers India-inspired creations in the archive of an iconic Italian design house.

60 Years of Chemould

In telling the story of Gallery Chemould, Jerry Pinto writes a short history of art in the city

Timeless Noguchi

Vitra's reissue of Isamu Noguchi's iconic 1957 Prismatic tables is testament to this late JapaneseAmerican designer's eternal brilliance.

Bijoy Jain

AT FONDATION CARTIER

JAIVEER JOHAL'S CHENNAI HOME IS

FLANKED BY THE ADYAR RIVER ON ONE SIDE AND THE BAY OF BENGAL ΟΝ THE OTHER, AND ANCHORED IN A SEA OF ART AMIDST WHICH HE LIVES IN THIS BOLDLY DESIGNED ONEBEDROOM APARTMENT

The Life and Work of KG Subramanyan

In the year of the artist's birth centenary, Mortimer Chatterjee remembers this boundless creative genius across the histories of art, craft and design.

What's New at the Art Fair

Design gets a special space at this year’s India Art Fair, with the iconic Carpenters Workshop Gallery curating a section along with Ashiesh Shah.

The Secret Life of the Mind

Shweta Shiware discovers the brilliance of sculptor Sakshi Gupta's \"grotesque and seductive\" new metalworks.

Husain in Wonderland

As auction house SaffronArt brought out the whimsical furniture line by none other than MF Husain at Art Mumbai, held in November 2023, AD looks into this early, lesser known work of the great artist.

The Indian Memory

Italian brand Porro’s new showroom in Milan displays ceramic pieces by the inimitable Ettore Sottsass, inspired by his whirlwind love affair with India in the 1970s.

Raw  Mango Agama

TEXTILES HAVE BEEN INTEGRAL TO THE STORYTELLING AT AD IN PRINT. IN A NATURAL STEP AHEAD, FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER, THE AD DESIGN SHOW THIS YEAR OPENED WITH A GARMENT PRESENTATION. THE MOOD, THE MUSIC, THE PEOPLE, THE TEXTILES EVERYTHING WAS MAGIC.

Rometti Unveils Sakura and Maiko Collections at Opulin's Flagship Store in Delhi

Opulin, renowned for its luxury home accessories, presents Rometti's exquisite Sakura and Maiko Collections at its Delhi flagship store.

Window to the World

Windows, fenestrations, and cladding are critical elements of a building's envelope and they can make a compelling case for natural ventilation and light within a space.

Art Attack

Dive deep as we take you through the Oaga Art Resort which adds an artistic touch to this beach paradise.

Black & Milk Studio Revamps Pico House, Battersea Power Station's Prime Address

London's Black & Milk Interior Design Studio has unveiled the mindboggling transformation of Pico House, adjacent to Battersea Power Station's Zone 1 London Underground Station.

Victorian Timelessness

Immerse yourself in the exquisite office space in Vadodara designed by Robust Studio, which captures the essence of Victorian elegance and sophistication.

Multi-generational haven

Nestled next to the serene Osho Ashram in Koregaon Park, Pune, this architectural marvel spans lush green surroundings, untouched by towering structures-a haven of tranquility amidst nature.

Jungle Jam

Embark on an enchanting adventure with the big cats at 'The Laughing Tiger' restaurant in the heart of Goa, where Ridhima Singh of Danza Del Design brings the untamed oasis to life.

Heimtextil 2024: Realigning a FutureFocused Vision for the Textile Industry

Heimtextil 2024 is gearing up for an unprecedented showcase of innovation and sustainability, with over 2,600 exhibitors unveiling their latest products in Frankfurt am Main.

Stepping it up

Walk into the world of elaborate floor coverings, from hand-knit carpets to hardwood floors, and feel the power of art beneath your feet.

Raising the Luxe Bar

India's luxury home landscape is experiencing an extraordinary evolution by blending modernity with tradition, smart technologies and stunning aesthetics.

A Pulsating Confluence of Tradition and Modernity

Heritage is the heartbeat of the Chakradeo residence on Bhandarkar Road in Pune. Cultural linkages pan out strikingly across this cozy home thoughtfully curated by Designer Suhas Ekbote. It's an inviting and serene space that evokes a sense of belonging for its owners while captivating guests with its inspired ambiance.