Architecture
Architecture + Design
A TOUCH OF OPULENCE
Designed by Aparna Kaushik, this Delhi office displays an interesting balance of classic aesthetics and contemporary sensibilities
2 min |
A+D August 2024
Architecture + Design
THE WOODEN WONDERLAND
Priyanka and Piyush Mehra envision a stunning experience centre for Vikas Plywood
3 min |
A+D August 2024
Architecture + Design
THE HUB: BUILDING COMMUNITIES
Studio Lotus designs a dynamic mixed-use community hub that activates Chennai's largest IT Park
2 min |
A+D August 2024
Architecture + Design
THE WINNER'S PERCH
Baldiwala Edge designs a Singapore-based ship broker's office as a torch collector's paradise, offering a 360-degree bird's-eye view of the Mumbai skyline
3 min |
A+D August 2024
Architecture + Design
THE DIRECTOR'S CABIN
Designed by Envisage, this office gives a new definition to the traditional notion of biophilia
2 min |
A+D August 2024
Architecture + Design
Designing Corporate India
From weaving the magic of a Star Trek-themed command centre to crafting bespoke block-printed workstations, Vijaya Bhargav and Arnab Ghosh-the trailblazing co-founders of Ostraca-have astonishingly transformed a staggering 29 million square feet of office space for India's tech giants and global enterprises-all while maintaining a flat hierarchical company culture-fuelling a master class in corporate design
10+ min |
A+D August 2024
Architecture + Design
DESIGN MUMBAI: SETTING A NEW BENCHMARK
As we draw closer to the maiden edition of Design Mumbai, here's a look at what's in store for the discerning audience.
3 min |
A+D August 2024
Architecture + Design
THE ART OF EMOTIVE DESIGN
Vritima Wadhwa's second furniture collection, 810 / TWO, showcases her mastery in creating sensory experiences through design. Join us as we explore her journey, philosophy, and the unique blend of traditional and contemporary elements in her work
5 min |
A+D August 2024
Architecture + Design
SUPREME INDUSTRIES FORGES AHEAD WITH STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS
SATO, the award-winning social business part of LIXIL and a global leader in innovative sanitation and hygiene solutions, recently announced a strategic partnership with Supreme Industries, the largest plastics processor in the nation, providing a diverse and comprehensive range of plastic products.
2 min |
A+D August 2024
Architecture + Design
Zinc: The Sustainable Choice for Roofing and Cladding in Commercial and Retail Spaces
In the shifting sands of architectural innovation, a new dawn of sustainability is upon us.
2 min |
A+D August 2024
Architecture + Design
VIBRANT VISIONS: UNLEASH YOUR HOME'S UNIQUE PALETTE
Every home is unique and has its own personality given by its owner.
3 min |
A+D August 2024
Architecture + Design
5 Easy And Trendy Ways To Revamp Your Kitchen Space
Your kitchen is one of the most important rooms in your home. It’s where you cook, eat, and gather with family and friends.
2 min |
June 2024
Architecture + Design
TOWARDS A BRIGHT FUTURE
K-Lite’s smart city poles are an ideal solution for city planners to address challenges of digital connectivity, environmental sustainability and energy efficiency
1 min |
June 2024
Architecture + Design
CAN URBAN DEVELOPMENT BE ACHIEVED WITHOUT THE ENVIRONMENT? COMPROMISING
Architect Ravi Sarangan advocates the philosophy of building less for more, emphasis on the importance of vernacular architecture and mixed-use developments
6 min |
June 2024
Architecture + Design
EMBRACING THE MONDAY BLUES
A breathtaking fusion of nature and modern architecture, this office redefines the concept of workplaces, transforming it into a serene haven where productivity blossoms amidst lush greenery and thoughtful design elements
3 min |
June 2024
Architecture + Design
TOWARDS A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
This experience centre designed for Polycab respects its context and serves as a template for sustainable building methodology
2 min |
June 2024
Architecture + Design
A CENTRE OF HOPE
This vocational training institute in Aurangabad takes its responsibility towards its context and the locals seriously, thus emerging as a beacon of social sustainability
2 min |
June 2024
Architecture + Design
STANDING TALL AND STOIC
Designed by Lijo Reny Architects, this Kerala mansion redefines modern living, offering a sanctuary that is both deeply rooted in its regional context and bold innovations
4 min |
June 2024
Architecture + Design
ON CLOUD NINE
Shijiazhuang's urban fabric is poised for a metamorphosis as MAD Architects' latest tour de force optimally intertwines architecture, nature, and an active way of life Text by: Kashish Kaushal
3 min |
June 2024
Architecture + Design
THE HIDDEN GEM OF SUSTAINABLE BUILDING: WHY ZINC IS THE KEY TO A GREENER FUTURE
Sustainability has become a critical consideration in the construction industry, influencing the choice of materials used in building projects.
2 min |
June 2024
Architecture + Design
KUNAL MANIAR: The Plant Whisperer
In a candid chat, the landscape architect elaborates on his journey through design, his thoughts on sustainability and his experiments with product designing
9 min |
June 2024
Architecture + Design
SUSTAINABLE MASTER PLANNING AND WAYS TO PRIORITISE WATER
Architect Sanjay Bharadwaj highlights the need to re-evaluate planning and building technologies that planners and designers use to ensure a sustainable masterplan for urban India
4 min |
June 2024
Architecture + Design
IQBAL SINGH CHAHAL: URBAN MASTERMIND
In an exclusive conversation, the former BMC Commissioner and esteemed bureaucrat discusses setting new benchmarks in urban development-transforming Mumbai into a model metropolis with mega initiatives— such as the Coastal Road Project, Mumbai Beautification Project, upcoming Central Park by RWITC, and ongoing \"Third Mumbai\" each one a bold stroke in gifting the city its new skyline and future
10+ min |
June 2024
Architecture + Design
RAHUL BHUSHAN: A CRUSADER OF VERNACULAR ARCHITECTURE
Architect Rahul Bhushan is on a mission to revive vernacular architecture. In this interview, he discusses his growth trajectory, his passion for local architecture and running an architectural practice in the mountains
10+ min |
June 2024
Architecture + Design
PARTNERS IN DESIGN: STRIKING THE WORK-LIFE BALANCE- WITH PRIYANKA KHANNA AND RUDRAKSH CHARAN
In the buzzing world of design and construction, the duo of Priyanka Khanna and Rudraksh Charan emerges like a blockbuster script waiting to be told.
9 min |
Anniversary Special 2024
Architecture + Design
THE NEW FACE OF ARCHITECTURE: THE ADVENT OF TECHNOLOGY- WITH VIVEK GUPTA & MANISH GULATI
Technology has revolutionised the world of design and architecture.
10+ min |
Anniversary Special 2024
Architecture + Design
URBAN INFRASTRUCTURE IN INDIA: CHALLENGES.IMPACT.SOLUTIONS- WITH SONALI RASTOGI AND GOONMEET SINGH CHAUHAN
India is at the cusp of rapid urbanisation. According to studies, by 2030, India’s urban population will reach 600 million people.
10+ min |
Anniversary Special 2024
Architecture + Design
DESIGNING HERSTORY: WOMEN SHAPING THE DESIGN WORLD - WITH APARNA KAUSHIK AND MITU MATHUR
Throughout history, women have made invaluable contributions to the world of architecture and interior design.
10+ min |
Anniversary Special 2024
Architecture + Design
50 ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN AN INDIAN JOURNAL OF ARCHITECTURE TOP FIFTY
\"Architecture is the learned game, correct and magnificent, of forms assembled in the light.\" - Le Corbusier. These pearls of wisdom emphasise architecture as an intellectual pursuit that requires extensive learning and adherence to specific principles, while also allowing for creative magnificence. In celebration of our 41st anniversary, Architecture+Design is proud to present the top 50 architects in India who have navigated this labyrinth, emerging victorious with exceptional work that has redefined the nation's architectural landscape. Through a comprehensive evaluation of their recent projects, accolades, and industry impact, we have curated a collection of India's brightest architectural minds. These firms and individuals have been recognised for their unwavering commitment to excellence, garnering accolades that underscore their mastery of form, function, and aesthetics. Whether reimagining urban cityscapes or crafting sustainable sanctuaries amidst natural wonders, the architects featured in this list have left an indelible mark on the built environment. Join us as we celebrate their groundbreaking achievements and explore the culmination of their visionary brilliance.
4 min |
Anniversary Special 2024
Architecture + Design
A SECRET LAIR
A resort nestled in the wilderness of Jim Corbett, ZANA draws inspiration from an English country house
1 min |