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BALI IN BENGALURU

Studio Skapa Architects devises a sophisticated design for a cafe in Bengaluru that integrates with the surrounding nature

A ROBUST PRESENCE

Hiral Jobalia Studio helms the design of this 14,000sqft Firozabad residence that is accompanied by generous landscaped areas measuring nearly twice the size of the building footprint

A SUBLIME STANCE

This spacious house in Gujarat, conceptualised by Dipen Gada & Associates, does away with frills and ostentation in favour of an aesthetic dictated by clean lines and tasteful restraint

A CONTEXTUAL NARRATIVE

Natural elements effortlessly weave their way into this Ratnagiri house designed by Hrishikesh More Architects

NATURE'S HUG

Thoughtfully designed by Manoj Patel Design Studio, this home in Gujarat integrates functionality with unique spatial experiences

CLASSICALLY CONTEMPORARY

A confluence of neo-classical and modern elements form the crux of this fuss-free family home by TaP Design Inc.

THE BLURRING REALMS

Conceived by LIJO.RENY.architects, the architecture of The Stoic Wall Residence-located in Kerala - shapes up in response to the region's tropical climate and the site's challenging physical conditions

A UNIQUE BLEND

Faisal Manzur facelifts this Chennai home with elements that seem simple but are crafted with utmost attention to detail

BRICK TALES

Charged Voids fosters an intimate brick-walled sanctuary for a multi-generational family in Chandigarh

The future is VERNACULAR!

Responsible and responsive, architects Pashmin Shah and Satyajeet Patwardhan are at the forefront of taking things slow and championing the modern vernacular design approach that is steeped in science, culture and so much more. In this exclusive, they discuss the larger picture with us

ON A SWEETER NOTE...

Here's a look at Sugarcrete, a newly developed low-carbon construction material that has shown potential for various architectural applications, including insulation panels, lightweight blocks, load-bearing blockwork, structural floor and roof slabs

DESIGN IN CONTEXT

Handpicked products that blur the lines between art and functionality

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

in Balance

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

..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

UNCONVENTIONALLY MINIMAL

Shivani Ajmera and Disha Bhavsar, the dynamic co-founding duo of Quirk Studio, have forayed their way into the world of interior design with their quirky and unconventional ideas... inspiring many young designers to follow in their footsteps

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

THE NEW AGE PURIST

with everything veeram Shan does, ne aims to find equilibrium between luxury and earthiness. From architecture to fashion to product and landscape design, his prowess is impressive and innovative. We meet up with one of the future torchbearers of Indian design

TELLING IT LIKE IT IS

Behind the dramatic overtures and picture-perfect vignettes, there is an incredible amount of work that goes into the realisation of any design. In her most candid conversation yet, designer Iram Sultan lifts the veil on the glamour to reveal the details that make the big picture

TO BE YOUR OWN MUSE

Every project by MuseLAB frontrunners Huzefa Rangwala and Jasem Pirani is a deep dive into research and exploration. For this feature, they probe their past, with an unwavering eye on the future

THE STORY OF AN INDIAN LEGEND

Canna Patel, Founder and Chairperson, HCP Interior Design, is an institution in herself. Over the years, she has diligently worked to reshape the design narrative, be it with her public architectural designs, commercial outings, or residential projects. Canna is a beacon of inspiration. Here she tells us her story, how she started and down to this point in time when her firm has been appointed as the interior sub-consultants for the Central Vista Project, including the New Parliament Building.

THE GREEN ARCHITECT

What drew young Benny Kuriakose into the world of design?

COUPLE of CONTRASTS

The artist, Anand Menon, and the thinker, Shobhan Kothari, are two very distinctive peas in a pod. Their work, their thoughts and most of all, their collaboration is complex, but it works. They tell us how

A shared passion

In their bid to champion traditional and lesser-known craft forms, Indian arts and artisanal villages, Amrita Guha and Joya Nandurdikar of Untitled Design have recalibrated the essence of 'India Modern' by bringing to the fore the charm of traditional techniques while making them intrinsic to aspirational and luxurious narratives

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.

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

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

INGENIOUSLY DESIGNED

Bureau Archpoint designs an open-plan spa hotel in Tver Region, Russia

A SOULFUL CONNECTION

Tucked away in thelush green localeof Ubud in Bali, the Yoga Shala and Spa by Pablo Luna Studio exhibits an architectural rhythm that draws from the fluidity of nature

A STYLISH GETAWAY

With 'comfortable comfortable and luxury' as the theme, Janavi Javeri designs a stylish, aesthetically-charged vacation home in Lonavala