AD Architectural Digest India
Magic Carpet
AD visits designer Arati Rao's Brooklyn studio and discovers the transatlantic journey of her label Tantuvi's handwoven rugs-all made in India.
3 min |
July - August 2023
AD Architectural Digest India
EACH SHIFTING BRICK PATIENTLY PLACED
WITH IMAGINATIVE PURPOSE. INLAY, MOSAIC, AND STAINED GLASS CLEVERLY USED TO WEAVE MEMORIES INTO THE ARCHITECTURE. AD100 ARCHITECT SHONAN PURIE TREHAN'S GIFT TO HER PARENTS MADHU AND NARESHTHIS HOME IN DELHI IS A LESSON IN ARTISTIC FREEDOM AND PRECISE CRAFT.
3 min |
July - August 2023
AD Architectural Digest India
Vastrakala PORTFOLIO TWO
In the last 25 years, the Indo-French hand-embroidery company Lesage Intérieurs has produced a portfolio of fine embroidered furnishings for legends across the world, an esteemed and prolific legacy.
5 min |
July - August 2023
AD Architectural Digest India
Pillars of Life
Ashiesh Shah's series of totemic sculptures spotlights Indian craftsmanship at Kala Bhoomi in Bhubaneswar
3 min |
July - August 2023
AD Architectural Digest India
Volare!
The flair and finesse that is typical of Visionnaire's living, kitchen, bedrooms is now seen in this super fun gym line.
1 min |
July - August 2023
AD Architectural Digest India
Gothic Revival
Mumbai's David Sassoon Library gets a life-changing restoration and the people, a fabulous reading room.
3 min |
July - August 2023
Architect and Interiors India
Gold star
Step into a world of modern elegance and contemporary style as you enter this stunning apartment designed by Nikita & Abhijeet Banthia of Nightingale Creative Design Studio, where every detail exudes luxury and sophistication
2 min |
July 2023
Architect and Interiors India
Design Debate - Conversations in Chandigarh and Kolkata
In June, the indomitable Design Debate travelled across the country for its 13th and 14th editions, marking its relevance in the phenomenal architectural fraternity in Chandigarh and Kolkata!
4 min |
July 2023
Architect and Interiors India
Spatial Impact
Designed by Ujjwal Sagar and Sanjana Mathur of Studio Bipolar, this vibrant hub in Noida's Film City encapsulates youthful energy that radiates through its refreshing landscape
2 min |
July 2023
Journal of Landscape Architecture
A CITY AND ITS GARDENS: AUROVILLE, TAMIL NADU
“Auroville will be the place of an unending education, of constant progress, and a youth that never ages”. — The Mother
4 min |
LA 74
Journal of Landscape Architecture
UNRAVELLING the ENIGMA
A well researched book brings to light new knowledge about Mughal Emperor Humayun, his travels, imperial life, achievements in administration and governance and his significant role in diverse creative fields related to nature, space and culture and his larger vision. The work plays an important role in redefining the Emperor’s place in the history of Mughals. Rabindra J. Vasavada reviews the scholarly work
5 min |
LA 74
Journal of Landscape Architecture
CORPORATE HOUSE: B SAFAL
The project is an attempt to redefine work space landscape design. It is conceptualized around the monolithic building of the ‘B Safal House’
1 min |
LA 74
Journal of Landscape Architecture
PROFESSOR SHONKU PARK
In the midst of redefining public parks in today’s era and a city born of culture, the design of the thematic Professor Shonku Park is an attempt to bring to life one of the most affectionate science fiction creations of Satyajit Ray, the famous director of Bengal Cinema
2 min |
LA 74
Journal of Landscape Architecture
TOWARDS an INDI(A)GENE: RE-IMAGINING INDIA'S DESIGN PHILOSOPHY
The article visits some of the less documented traditional practices of nature conservation and eco-friendly lifestyles, belonging to different rural geographies in the Indian subcontinent. It also points out the possibility of adapting these practices within the current urban scenario of India to achieve climate resilience
10 min |
LA 74
Journal of Landscape Architecture
DECODING KOLKATA'S DURGA PUJA
A compilation of the study of the Doctrate thesis on the subject, captures the essence of the unique annual festival, while exploring the idea of it being a great example of a participatory community design on an urban scale, with a high democratic and inclusive spirit
3 min |
LA 74
Journal of Landscape Architecture
THE YAMUNA GENTLY WEEPS TONIGHT
MANOJ KUMAR MISRA: 1954-2023
3 min |
LA 74
Journal of Landscape Architecture
VIEW FROM WITHIN WIDER, DEEPER
India’s population is all set to reach the world’s highest in another few months. Cities are getting denser with each passing day and with an expanding urban envelope
4 min |
LA 74
Journal of Landscape Architecture
COURT FORT: AN URBAN FARMING STUDIO
Court Fort is a studio space for Urban Khetti, a small-scale experience center for people to understand different concepts of biodiversity, natural farming practices, pond ecosystem, local and seasonal crops, and their impact on soil and the environment
2 min |
LA 74
Journal of Landscape Architecture
HALF A CENTURY OF GRATITUDE
Based in New Delhi, Suneet Mohindru established his landscape consultancy practice Oracles in 1997. With deep interest and commitment to academics, he has been associated with various architecture, landscape and urban design programs in the country, as educator and at times as a mentor. Suneet shares his life journey, inspirations and his views about landscape architecture – the subject, discipline and profession
10+ min |
LA 74
Architecture + Design
A Lesson In Sustainability And Planning
Synonymous with other institutional buildings in India, locally produced bricks is the material of choice for this hospitality school-lending a sense of timelessness and aiding in psychological comfort
3 min |
June 2023
Architecture + Design
MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT IS THE WAY FORWARD
Such models were fundamental to India’s urban past, and now mixed-use developments are once again key to our sustainable urban future
4 min |
June 2023
Architecture + Design
STRIKING A FINE BALANCE
A fine blend of opposites emerges through this project, where subtly contrasting forces are harmoniously interwoven to create a unique expression
2 min |
June 2023
Architecture + Design
Saint-Gobain's low carbon glass will take energyefficiency to new heights
Addressing the need for low carbon building materials in the Indian construction industry, Saint-Gobain India has launched the first production of a new glass with a low-carbon footprint
1 min |
June 2023
Architecture + Design
KOHLER: FOR A BETTER PLANET
From making operations more efficient and reducing and reusing waste, to introducing new initiatives and technologies into their product categories, Kohler is 100% committed to building a better planet
2 min |
June 2023
Architecture + Design
MEET Ponni M. Concessar THE FIRST WOMAN ARCHITECT TO DESIGN A SECRETARIAT IN INDIA
In an interview with Architecture+Design, the indomitable architect talks about her architectural journey and design philosophy that translates to an enviable repertoire of award-winning projects
10+ min |
June 2023
Architecture + Design
A PORTAL TO NATURE
The Green Court Villa designed by Arun Sharma of Atrey Associates revels in its proximity to nature
2 min |
June 2023
Architecture + Design
CHENNAI TRADE CENTRE: A MARVEL OF ARCHITECTURAL INGENUITY IN TAMIL NADU
Designed with meticulous attention to detail, this architectural masterpiece is a testament to the vision and innovation of its creators
2 min |
June 2023
Architecture + Design
NOT ANOTHER BRICK IN THE WALL
Traditional building techniques open the windows to the future in this timeless home that champions the cause of sustainability through its diverse material palette
3 min |
June 2023
Architecture + Design
NET-ZERO ENERGY BUILDINGS: ENERGY SUFFICIENCY, EFFICIENCY AND GENERATION
The building sector is a major contributor to emissions. Net Zero buildings would be a crucial step towards a sustainable future
5 min |
June 2023
Architecture + Design
ADAPTING TO A NEW WAY OF WORKING
Tirthankar Basu, Managing Director, India and SAARC region, Steelcase talks about the emerging trends in workspace design
2 min |