In this issue

This issue we celebrate the 'Women in Design', the icons, the innovators, the disruptors and the rising stars. Our cover feature we talk to four leading ladies of design, each with a different expertise, and each a leader in their chosen field. Ponni Concessao, Abha Narain Lambah, Kohelika Kohli and Darshini Shah talk to us about their journey till now, what inspires them. These women have claimed their place on the top, and intend to stay there! More power to women!

In Conversation: Gautam Baid and Iram Sultan on concept-based furniture & home decor brand—Sunday Design

As we celebrate women in design a name that will always find mention among the leading creative minds of the country would be Iram Sultan. Combining her unique sense of design with a business idea germinating from the mind of interior industry veteran Gautam Baid, one emerges with a promising offering christened Sunday Design.

2 mins

THE LEADING LADIES of Design

Whether designing luxurious residences or restoring heritage structures, these game changing ladies are bringing the much-needed diversity to design. From conservation architecture to public infrastructure, we shine the spotlight on four leading ladies of design — the women who are reinventing architecture and design as we know it. It’s about time the glass ceiling is shattered!

10+ mins

Designers Who Should Be On Your Radar This Year

Shining the spotlight on women who are giving a new identity to the Indian design story

10+ mins

A MULTIFACETED CENTRE DEDICATED TO THE ARTS

An ensemble of three separate institutions, the Changsha Meixihu International Culture & Arts Centre designed by Zaha Hadid Architects plays host to a riveting art and culture scene

4 mins

A TRANQUIL RETREAT FROM CITY-LIFE

Incorporating a biophilic approach, the Elevate Experience Centre and Show Apartment immerse the visitor in nature and serenity, while showcasing a contemporary living space

6 mins

A BESPOKE RETAIL EXPERIENCE OF CONTRASTS

With two distinct spatial experiences, the Raro House of Fashion as a whole presents a cohesive retail space tying together two unique clothing brands

5 mins

A ROYAL RESTORATION

Renovating the iconic bar at the Royal Calcutta Golf Club took architect Pooja Bihani back to its 200-year-old planning and open up the space to the stunning golf greens

3 mins

A MODERN, TRADITIONAL EXPRESSION

The project designed by ‘The Works Interiors’ is an outstanding example for cohesively refurbishing furniture, upcycling pieces, reusing materials and respecting the environment in order to celebrate traditional Indian art and culture.

4 mins

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Architecture + Design Magazine Description:

A+D, is in its 40th year of publication and is the only national monthly of architecture for architects, designers, students of architecture, construction industry, building promoters and planners. Based on a very contemporary format, it portrays the modern trends in building technology, research and development in the process of design, project profiles, conservation and environmental issues, product and material information, etc. Focused at an entirely new segment of readers, A+D makes good business sense for those who are looking at promoting their products to an industry, which could add to their institutional sales substantially.

A+D, is also instrumental in constituting the only national awards "A+D & Spectrum Foundation Architecture Awards" which has generated tremendous response from the leading architects and professional bodies of the country.