Material Matters

Classic media such as timber and marble are the basis of interior designer Aakriti Saraf ’s spatial plan for this Bengaluru penthouse

Tracing The History Of Pierre Frey

ELLE DECOR salutes excellence and innovation: Each issue, we bring you the progressive path of a well-known label. Here we profile Pierre Frey, the 84-year-old French maison known for its timeless fabrics, plush upholstery and innovative wallpapers

Matteo Cibic

Behind the scenes, across the sketchpad of global designers: Discover the stimulus behind their inspired creations

Generation Now Aahana Miller

Get to know the Next Gen of Indian architecture and design with their New Age aesthetic sensibilities

Balancing Act

Comforting tones of azure complemented by cheery bursts of colour adorn this family home in Paris envisioned by French creative Marianne Evennou

Director's Cut

National award winning filmmaker Ravi Jadhav’s earthy hermitage, imagined by Amoeba Design is a melange of colours and charming curios

Built To Last

Architect Dean D’cruz’s expansive family home in Goa is a splendid blend of history and homeliness, enveloped in a cocoon of green

The Curator's Sanctum

This quaint abode in New Delhi is a treasure trove of exquisite artefacts, collected from travels to myriad locales

Art Of Living: Expert Talk & Inspiring Works

YOKO SHIMIZU This contemporary artist and biochemistry researcher creates installations, which are a beautiful alloy of art and science INNER SANCTUM Gallerist Shireen Gandhy gives us a glimpse of the artistic mind and design philosophy of the conceptual architect and artist Bijoy Jain INDIA INSPIRED Art philanthropist Shalini Passi explores the contemporary art scene in India IN, THROUGH THE GALLERY Sangeeta Raghavan of Art Musings art gallery unravels the evolution of art during the last 20 years KOCHI-MUZIRIS BIENNALE 2018 Sonal Shah brings a sneak peak of the largest contemporary art event in the country — a smorgasbord of cutting-edge practices by 94 artists from around the world.

A Riot Of Colour

Located in Brera, Milan’s iconic neighbourhood, interior designer Sophie Wannenes invites us into her one-of-a-kind art gallery — a true Wunderkammer with an eclectic vibe

Sustainable Solutions: Wood Work

From crafted window and door systems to Glulam (glue laminate) technology of multi-layering wood, Artius’ green alternatives stand out.

White Wonderland

What goes into planning and executing a bookstore that is akin to walking into Alice’s Wonderland? Architectural firm Wutopia Lab leads you into a sculptural odyssey

India Inspired

Art philanthropist Shalini Passi essays her thoughts around artistic innovation in India

The House Of Sweeping Shadows

Abin Chaudhuri, Director of Abin Design Studio experiments with daring composition along a softscaped outdoor space for a residential address in Kolkata

Topsy- Turvy

Studio 10 presents mysterious, infinite and impossible spaces seamlessly transforming from the two-dimensional to the three-dimensional

Urban Escape

Architects Deepak Guggari and Rashi Sanson , VDGA Architects bridge modern design with tradition in their bespoke home project

Tracing The History Of  Cattelan Italia

ELLE DECOR salutes excellence and innovation: Each issue we bring you the career path of a well-known make. Here we profile Cattelan Italia, the 39 year old furniture company that prides itself on creating innovative products crafted with a “Made in Italy” approach for global markets

Manor Reborn

Perched on a granite hill in Jaipur, overlooking the Aravallis, Alila Fort Bishangarh is the result of adaptive reuse of a 230 year old warrior fortress into a majestic heritage hotel

In Living Colour

 Angela Missoni’s villa resembles a warm holiday inn with its vibrant colours, vintage furniture and charming curios

Setting The Tone

The spirit of modernity and fusion suffuse with the open and colourful layout of this Mumbai apartment designed by architect Annkur Khosla

In Conversation With Tom Dixon

One of the world’s most celebrated contemporary designers and brands, the Brit icon is a fitting example of success purely because of his unfettered imagination and fearless ability to do the extraordinary every time.

Cassina - Floe Insel By Patricia Urquiola

Go behind the scenes to the sketchpad of global designers: Discover the stimulus of inspired creations and the brands supporting them

Tracing The History Of Seletti

ELLE DECOR salutes excellence and innovation: Each issue, we bring you the progressive path of a well-known make. Here we profile Seletti, the 53 year old Italian brand that has been a pioneer of creations that are beyond convention and ingeniously blend pop art with everyday objects

Wild & Free

Located on the periphery of a tiger reserve, Jim’s Jungle Retreat in Uttarakhand is a delight for both wildlife enthusiasts and city dwellers looking for respite

In Conversation With David Adjaye

The maverick’s ingenious use of diverse materials, early art education and sensitivity towards various cultures make him one of the most unrivalled architects of his generation.

At The End Of The Rainbow 

Vibrant hues, vintage artefacts and affectionate gifts co-exist harmoniously in avant-garde trendsetter Stephan Hamel’s humble abode in Italy’s Lucca Province.

The Simple Rules

What forms the foundation of good architecture? Prof BV Doshi shares his three ideas towards saving energy, careful planning and responsible design.

In Conversation With Juhani Pallasmaa

The famed theorist has been a true songbird for humane connection with architecture and the importance of the sensorial experience. 

No Grey Areas

French designer Laurence Dolige recreates Parisian magnetism in a New Delhi villa by mixing flea market finds with bespoke pieces – all in black and white.

Pitch Black Perfection

Property developer Stefan F Hoglmaier and musician Oscar Loya take monochrome mania to a sublime level in their 4,800 sq ft Nazi era bunker.