Surfaces Reporter - May 2019

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Celebrating the design elements of various architects, #SurfacesReporterMay issue aims at presenting the 7 Global trends in Designs. The inclusions include the awe-spiring tale of an upcoming #SRRisingStar, Monish Siripurapu. The technology-driven architect has earned a great name within the architectural fraternity through his innovative designs. Flipping through the pages of our present issue, #SRTalkofthetown, Lucknow will prove to be the major attraction of the magazine, showcasing huge participation of designers, distributors, and architects under one roof.

#SRShowcase isn’t presented in the usual way, as Ar Samira Rathod has stolen the show with her spectacular and artsy furniture range. Raseel Gujral’s immaculate wallpapers, Floret Chair designs by Sunil Sethi, etc. are other such attractions of this issue's showcase section. Additionally, you will encounter detailed features on Stainless Steel & Colour Coated Steel and Solid Surfaces. Also, learn about the magic of cement through a conversation with Sundeep Kumar in #SRBrandBuzz. Roofing in cement is gaining new grounds as G.Vamsi Krishna of Visaka Industries unveils in #SRBrandStory.Along with exploring the latest in Doors via interaction with Vivek Gudena, NCL Industries, Doors Division in #SRBrandConnect, go on a creative journey with spectacular presentations of projects by various architects in our Material Poetry section. To explore each story in detail, don’t wait and glance through the informative pieces now!

7 Global Trends In Design

Currently in vogue and some emerging.

5 mins

Big Piano

A bold range of artsy furniture.

2 mins

An Unbreakable Guitar Wonder What Lies Beneath

Rock stars have been smashing guitars for decades, but a 3D printed guitar, designed by Sandvik, gave jitters to even the ‘most rigorous’ smasher.

3 mins

Sundeep Kumar

We all know that Cement is an essential ingredient of any building, but did you know you can now use the material to even decorate your home? Thanks to visionaries like Mr Sundeep Kumar, CEO, Craft Béton, Dalmia Bharat Group, cement no more just remains a boring, dull and grey material; it has evolved into a material that helps in creating beautiful pieces of functional art.Cement is a very versatile product with one of most wonderful properties-you can bind it with almost any product, hence the word ‘cementing.’ It’s actually a type of glue - a binding agent. Interestingly, the minute you mix it with other things; you can make use of its properties in a varied way. Such deep understanding of the properties of the material, enabled Mr Kumar to innovatively ideate products which can make cement appear ‘appealing.’ It’s a highly interesting journey to explore, and as Mr Kumar unveils the details through his interaction with the #SurfacesReporter team, we could not help but be in awe!

5 mins

Going Creative With Solid Surfaces

Solid Surface is a standout amongst the most flexible materials of the current times. From private to business, hospitality, open spaces or retail, because of its accreditation and dependability in terms of design, flexibility and cleanliness, Solid Surface has turned out to be a standout amongst the most tested upon material.

6 mins

G. Vamsi Krishna

The future of building industry is getting into a zone wherein advanced technologies and products are deployed for efficiency gains, be it time, cost, quality and aesthetics. Under the leadership of stalwart leaders, Visaka Industries’ products are developed in such a way that they can cater to various demands. With innovative products like Vnext, Vboards, VPlanet and ATUM, Visaka Industries is taking strong steps to facilitate building of self-sustainable, affordable homes. As the #SurfacesReporter team explores its various initiatives with an interaction with Mr G. Vamsi Krishna, Joint Managing Director, Visaka Industries, he takes us through the journey that has led to such mind-blowing innovations.Mr G. Vamsi Krishna is a science graduate from Purdue University, USA. He joined Visaka Industries in June 2010 as a management trainee and was later appointed as Chief Business Strategist of the Company. He is very passionately involved in creating the market for Boards Division. In view of his significant contributions in this connection, he has been elevated to the G. Vamsi Krishna position of Whole-time Director of the Company effective from June 2014.

9 mins

Making Wallpapers Stick Longer

Humans get bored quite soon – one of the reasons why we keep on looking for versatility in every aspect of our lives. A home is a personal space where we tend to spend most of our quality time. Therefore, our abodes become a tool to experiment our creativities by often changing the way it looks. However, we cannot afford to often change tiles or go for a brand new flooring type to infuse that newness in our homes. This is when beautiful wallpapers come into picture. Though affordable and aesthetic, the application of these ‘paper wonders’ can be a bit tricky. However, there are ways to simplify these with expert opinion. Fret not! #Surfaces Reporter brings to you the “hows and whys” of wallpaper application such that the beautiful experience doesn’t turn out to be an ache.

4 mins

Strawberry Fields Mukteshwar, Nainital

Set against the extremely picturesque backdrop of the Himalayas, Strawberry Fields is a divine abode in the hills.

2 mins

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Surfaces Reporter Magazine Description:

Surfaces Reporter is India's 1st dedicated magazine connecting "Designs and Materials"! Based on the concept of clutter-free visual content with to-the-point helpful information for easy access to products, it provides clear cut understanding of projects and innovation with materials happening around the world.Surfaces Reporter being a magazine on Exterior-Interior products, projects & designs is created to be helpful for designers & architects to keep updated with the latest material designs and launches; hotel projects managers and developers can refer this to offer innovative design & materials solutions while design enthusiasts can use this to beautify their space! The objective of the magazine is to be ‘the best ever platform’ in India, for delivering Building-materials related informative content, for the Specifiers, Builders and manufacturing fraternity, including general Design enthusiasts, encompassing the B2S, B2B and B2C segments. It is printed in English and speaks more in visual than in written! Have a look among the 50+ more designs showcased regularly in Surfaces and we know that you will keep returning...