In this issue

With the first issue for 2024 we at DE INDIA proudly introduce our fifth volume marking the 5th successful year of our magazine editions.

We celebrate the best in Architecture & Design, with our latest January – March 2024 edition. Milan Design Week begins again next month and we are eagerly waiting for it to start.

It was a pleasure to talk to Maria Porro – the president at Salone del Mobile.Milano, knowing her thoughts about the up-coming edition of Salone during the Milan Design Week 2024.

For our second international DE spotlight interview, I had an exciting chance to have a conversation with the Brazilian architect duo Chantal & Tito Ficarelli – principal architects at Arkitito Arquitetura from São Paulo, Brazil.

A home is more than just a physical structure; it’s a sanctuary where memories are made, love is shared, and dreams take shape. In our curating effort under our DE beautiful homes edit we share a gorgeous Mumbai apartment by architect Ashiesh Shah for our cover story this edition.

We delve into the essence of exploring how thoughtful architecture, interior design & decor can transform spaces into havens of comfort, style, and personal expression while showcasing some of the exquisite SPACES designed by young design trendsetters of India.

Let’s Talk Design with DE.

DE DISCOVER

Let's take an alluring journey through design while in conversation with young architects & designers of INDIA.

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THE BRICK ABODE

A 10min drive from Auroville International township, this weekend house offers a perfect getaway from the hustle of both Pondicherry and Auroville.

2 mins

THE HOUSE OF TRANQUIL ROOMS

Located in the rural village of Yavat, Maharashtra, India is The House of Tranquil Rooms' designed by CRAFT NARRATIVE for an agricultural family of two brothers.

2 mins

APARTMENT 56

This 5200 sq.ft. apartment in South Mumbai designed by SAV ARCHITECTURE DESIGN focuses on horizontality and expansiveness. Inspired from land artists like Richard Serra and James Turner we have aimed to merge art, installation and interiors as a series of seamless living spaces.

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SWATANTRA RESIDENCE

The SWATANTRA RESIDENCE is an intricate play of design and function that found its inception in the client's passion to create a home for three generations of his family.

2 mins

LE MAISON DE PINGAKSH

A Neoclassical approach with the allure of castles in a swanky Indian habitat in this residence in Gurugram, India.

2 mins

SABA'S HOUSE

This house situated in Aravali range in Gurugram, India has been designed in keeping with design ethos of sustainability hence both the material and the color palette appears raw yet refined. Designed by Saba Kapoor for Delhi-NCR based studio

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The Eye Vet (GAUTAM SHEWA ARCHITECTS)

INTRODUCING YOUNG ARCHITECTS AND DESIGNERS OF INDIA

3 mins

Ivory Dust (THE ARCH STUDIO)

INTRODUCING YOUNG ARCHITECTS AND DESIGNERS OF INDIA

2 mins

Savita Villa (9 DEGREE DESIGN STUDIO)

INTRODUCING YOUNG ARCHITECTS AND DESIGNERS OF INDIA

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THE INWARD TRAIL

Astute in his beliefs, surreal in his inspirations and spiritual in his art, celebrated artist Jai Khanna presented his solo exhibition with Art Magnum. Curated by Promila Bahri, the show titled INWARD TRAIL opened on 17th February at CCA, Bikaner House with a VIP preview and continued till 26th February, 2023.

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SOUTH VIEW SCHOOL

An institution housed to nurture and educate young minds planned as a perfect blend of rationale planning and aspirational design, creating a landmark within the Dubai school community. As a coalescence of different building blocks, the KI2 school is designed around the concept of conjoining engineering and architecture, while keeping its context in the highest regard.

2 mins

ARALIAS HOME

This home in Aralias, DLF Golf Links in Gurgaon is beautifully and aesthetically laid out, with a large lobby, opulent living room, bar, den, formal dining room, four bedrooms, and other spaces.

3 mins

KANSO HOUSE

A box filled with ideas, a treasure trove of thinking outside the blush. KANSO HOUSE located in NEW DELHI is a modern residence designed by THE MELANGE STUDIO.

1 min

THE MOSAIC HOUSE

This 2,200 square feet house in Mumbai's Dadar designed by DESIGN NI DUKAAN is an alchemy of multiple interpretations that are disparate but in sync when put together.

2 mins

LA+LA LAND

Who the hell resides here, you dare ask? Ah! Never mind, the international vibe of the sprawling greens makes us all feel green with envy. The owners, rather fabulous young couple with young kids wanting to create a residence with a narrative to resonate Los Angeles in New Delhi, hence the name LA+LA LAND Villa, the clients commissioned SANJYT SYNGH to weave his unique magic to their newly built villa.

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DE Spotlight Interview - IN CONVERSATION WITH MANU MANSHEET RAI

MANU MANSHEET RAI, is a New Delhi-NCR based ace interior designer and stylist. DE Editor in chief Anirudh Datta had a detailed interaction with the designer for the DE Spotlight interview series where Manu talks with DE INDIA about his design journey and shares his latest interior creation - a gorgeous INDOSARACENIC apartment in Gurugram, India.

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DE Spotlight Interview - IN CONVERSATION WITH JJ VALAYA

JJVALAYA, India's top fashion design icon recently unveiled his flagship store, The World of Valaya at JW Marriott, Aerocity, New Delhi.

8 mins

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