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Exploration And Experimentation In Architecture
In creating an office in Bengaluru, Biome Environmental Solutions pushes the boundaries of sustainability-centred design thought and the use of natural materials in innovative ways to build need-based spaces rather than conforming to the ever-so-prevalent growth-based paradigm.
Aliens, Art And Architecture
In the second series of the illustration, Architect Arun Sawant explores impossible possibilities of human potential through the concept of aliens, art and architecture. Inspired by his childhood and later by formal education, the architect plays with ideas of real and unreal manifestations.
Nostalgia, Narratives And Nuances In Brick
The basic building block of almost all architecture, the brick, has come a long way. From a humble element that is often painted and concealed in most homes to a marker of perfection, precision and many more attributes for those who choose to use them sans any finish. The Brick House by CollectiveProject is distinguished by its use of exposed-brickwork implemented within complex geometries. But if one looks beyond the first layer of the bricks; both physically and metaphorically; it reveals a context and narrative immersed in nostalgia and experimentation.
Modern Kitchens For Modern Minds
Sleek a pioneer of modular Kitchens business in India is poised to produce the best Kitchens and wardrobes suitable for Indian conditions.
Jaquar Group Launches The Arc Collection By Frederico Meroni
Inspired by the classic designs of Roman architectur
Men In Trend
Gone are the days when runways and fashion weeks were mostly about women’s couture. Since 2010, the emphasis on men’s wear has rocketed! Deepa Kalukuri writes about what’s hot and happening in men’s couture line this season
Speaking Up
Vibha Bakshi, Honorary Doctorate and National Award-winning director and producer, speaks to Sonia Hays about her movie Son Rise and breaking the silence on gender violence across the world
Learning, Love, Self-worth & Empathy
When you walk into Redwood Montessori, the first thing that will get your attention are the heart-warming and lively artistic works of the students on display. The Montessori was established in 2011 with 11 children and has now become a well-known institution just through word-of-mouth. Hands-on teachers and founders Shankari Kamakshi Subbiah and Madhura Visweswaran speak to Team Culturama about their passion and goals.
Around The World In 5
Across cultures, masks are used for many reasons — for protection, as a disguise, for entertainment and as part of rituals. They have been known to reveal the inner selves of the wearer, or to represent mythical characters, archetypes or personas (mask in ancient Latin means persona). The oldest mask is said to be from 7000 BC. Team Culturama explores the nature of masks across the globe
Getting Wiser
Eknath Easwaran points out that the only thing you are permitted to take on your final journey is who you are.
Breathing Life Into Clay
The now much-touted environment-friendly mantra Reduce – Reuse – Recycle was simply a way of life in ancient India. It was taken for granted that one used only as much as one needed, one conserved natural resources and made responsible use of whatever was handy so that man’s footprint, carbon or otherwise, was as limited on the universe as possible. Often, to ensure that these eco-friendly practices were carried out without fail, and on a large scale, a religious colour was given to them. Thus, sustainable habits became religious traditions. As the puja season approaches, Susan Philip looks at a very common tradition, the origins of which have perhaps been lost in antiquity.
A Date With History
Sunitha Vardhan, a photographer and traveller, takes a leisurely holiday in the culturally rich country of Greece.
Uncover This
Back in 2013, when Arts Illustrated (AI) began its journey into the exhilarating wonderland that is the art world our sole intent was to be an enriching read, one that, with the help of creative mavens and art enthusiasts, would present to its readers a carefully curated account of art and culture in all its brilliance.
Tomorrow Belongs To Me
A new body of work from Pallav Chander – 45 works from his new solo show titled Tomorrow Belongs to Me – is a commentary on societal psychology and hope.
In The Land Of Drought
In December 2015, German artist and film-maker Julian Rosefeldt released a film titled Manifesto.
Bringing Ideas To Life
Creative Director at her eponymous design studio, Sharon Nayak picked up the camera to bridge the gap between her creative vision and its photographic execution
The Striking Right Note
Johnny Ganta might have made a career in music if he hadn’t chosen to work at being a master visual storyteller instead
The Playful Side Of Clay
Astha Malu’s ceramic journey reflects a gradual transition from non-functional artworks to user-friendly utility products
Retelling Stories From The Past
Wajahat Rather started Raffughar as a tribute to the traditional darners of Kashmir. He uses his label to contemporize the ancient craft techniques of his home state.
Making Space
The Doshis, Manish and Malini, and more recently their son Malay, are all architects from CEPT, Ahmedabad. Through Studio Saransh, they bring to life a combination of evolving ideas.
Giving New Dimension To Space
Over a 20-year career, Shobhana Hadap has effectively managed to combine her graphic design skills with her love for space design. She tells POOL how she and the team at Pune-based Studio Mars create memorable multidimensional brand experiences for a variety of clients.
Function As Much As Form
Communication designer Varun Panesar’s idea to use better layouts to improve physical products took a surprising turn when he designed his first wallet
Blurring The Lives
Co-founders of soft-geometry, furniture designers Utharaa Zacharias and Palaash Chaudhary are working towards a gentle blend of handmade techniques with modern manufacturing processes
Shaw Contract Strives For Design Excellence In Everything They Do
Shaw Contract, a design leader in commercial flooring solutions and surfaces for the hospitality industry, is pleased to introduce Forum, a collection designed for today’s rapidly evolving hospitality-centric environments.
Jaquar Group Launches The Arc Collection By Frederico Meroni
Inspired by the classic designs of Roman architectur
Concrete Values
London designers Nipa Doshi and Jonathan Levien’s Barbican apartment brings Brutalist architecture to life. Nonie Niesewand sneaks a first look
The House As Museum Of Memories
The Memory Box, Baroda, Gujarat
The Architect's Personal Playground
The Drift House on Little Much Farm, Maharashtra
The Beauty Of Unexpected Forms
Attic Lab, Malappuram, Kerala
A Canvas For Recounting Memories While Making New Ones
Free Flow Junction Bar, Hyderabad, Telangana