Architecture
AD Architectural Digest India
The Curator AMIN JAFFER
From the Jai Vilas palace built in a Renaissance style by Maharaja Jayajirao Scindia of Gwalior to the palace of Kapurthala, commissioned by the Francophile Maharaja Jagatjit Singh, curator Amin Jaffer draws out historic instances of aesthetic dialogue between India’s royalty and France.
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May - June 2023
AD Architectural Digest India
A Cultural Nexus
A space created to inspire a sense of connection and community, IF.BE has since become a sanctuary for talent.
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May - June 2023
AD Architectural Digest India
VINCENZO DE COTIIS
THE GRAND OPULENCE CONTRASTED WITH AN INTRIGUING PATINA, VENETIAN THE ICONIC ITALIAN ARTIST-ARCHITECT BRINGS HIS SIGNATURE TO ΗΟ ΜΕ OF THE HISTORIC PALAZZO GIUSTINIAN LOLIN, HIS NEW HOME ON THE VIVCΕΝΖΟ BANKS OF VENICE’S GRAND CANAL. DE COTTIS
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May - June 2023
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DEMURO DAS
TUCKED AWAY AMONG THE MAJESTIC TREES OF DELHI'S JOR BAGH, DESIGNED WITH THEIR SIGNATURE FLAIR FOR MATERIAL AND FORM, A SHARP NEW YORK AESTHETIC YET INDIAN IN ITS BONES, PLUS A DASH OF WIT AND CHARM - AD100 DUO PURU DAS AND BRIAN DEMURO'S HOME IS A PERFECT COCKTAIL OF THEIR PRACTICE AND THEIR LIVES TOGETHER.
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May - June 2023
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WALLMAKERS
VINU DANIEL OF WALLMAKERS SOUGHT THE EARTH'S COUNSEL TO BUILD CHUZHI - A MALAYALAM WORD THAT TRANSLATES TO \"SPIRAL\". A HOUSE SUNK INTO A ROCKY BED AND COVERED BY A CANOPY OF TAMARIND TREES, IT IS A SINCERE STATEMENT OF SUSTAINABILITY AND STAYING TRUE TO THE ORIGIN OF THE SITE ON WHICH IT STANDS.
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May - June 2023
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VILLA UMA
SURROUNDED BY WILD GRASSES, BUILT IN LOCAL BLACK BASALT AND BURNT-ROSE PLASTER, DESIGNED BY AD100 FIRM CASE DESIGN, AND NAMED AFTER THE FAMILY'S MATRIARCH-THIS HOME IN ALIBAG IS A STUDY IN GRAND YET SLOW, SUSTAINABLE LIVING.
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May - June 2023
AD Architectural Digest India
Dior at Gateway: PORTFOLIO TWO
On the night of 30 March, Mumbai adorned herself in Dior. On one hand, the majestic Gateway of India was bathed in a warm yellow light, while across from it stood the magnificent Taj Mahal Palace, glittering. In between, leading the way to a grand celebration, was a runway lined with thousands of marigolds. A monumental toran -a traditional Indian door hanging used to decorate the main entrance of a home greeted everyone who entered. Nearly 46 feet long, in the shadow of the Gateway and complementing its outline, it was handcrafted by the master artisans and women of the Chanakya School of Craft in intricate embroidery and mirror. work. It was a dream made real by Maria Grazia Chiuri, the visionary creative director of Dior, and Karishma Swali, the artistic soul of Chanakya School of Craft-cross-cultural friends and collaborators for over three decades.
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May - June 2023
AD Architectural Digest India
Hermes at La Pelota - PORTFOLIO ONE
Harmony was a word that surfaced quite often in the conversation about this year's presentation of Hermès at its iconic location, La Pelota in Milan. As abstract as the idea of harmony is and as tricky to articulate, it is easily and instantly felt. It has a natural sincerity that cannot be contrived.
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May - June 2023
AD Architectural Digest India
The Reign of Sabyasachi
The designer's newest store near Horniman Circle in Mumbai is his grandest yet.
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May - June 2023
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A Louboutin Experience
Vermelho Melides, named for the word red in Portuguese, is a bespoke hotel south of Lisbon, designed by Christian Louboutin, with hints of naturally-the colour red.
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May - June 2023
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Up on the Highlands
AD travels to the heart of Scotland to visit an avant-garde distillery and its unique architecture that’s equal parts poetry and sculpture.
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May - June 2023
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A Heart Full of Bangladesh
An exhibition in Munich spotlights Marina Tabassum's journey in architecture.
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May - June 2023
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A Man of the Mountains
Architect Rahul Bhushan's practice in the foothills of the Himalayas revives vernacular teatre to support the maile ecosystem
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May - June 2023
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Look Who's at Nilufar
Vikram Goyal becomes the first Indian designer to debut at Nina Yashar’s famed gallery in Milan.
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May - June 2023
AD Architectural Digest India
The Beauty of Sisal
Neytt, a rug-maker from Alleppey-which also crafted the red carpet for the Met Gala-finds for its newest collection inspiration in Kerala's iconic boating festival.
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May - June 2023
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A Thousand Splendid Suns
A school in a village in Andhra Pradesh, designed by AD100 firm Collective Project, is a beautiful consequence of intent and sustainability.
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May - June 2023
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Polished to Perfection
Humberto Campana gussies up two Louis Vuitton hits as art objects.
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May - June 2023
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From Chandigarh, With Love
Modernist architect Aditya Prakash designed a group of chairs for his family home in the 1960s and '70s. Now Phantom Hands is releasing a collection of furniture based on Prakash's original creations.
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May - June 2023
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Admiring Majnun
AD100 designer Pavitra Rajaram's latest collaboration with Jaipur Rugs takes a dip in history to find the perfect balance between purposeful design and ancient weaving traditions.
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May - June 2023
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Return of a Favourite
At Salone del Mobile 2023, Italian furniture maker Poltrona Frau introduced are-edition of its historic Dezza armchair by legendary architect Gio Ponti.
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May - June 2023
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A Love Knot
Behno shines a light on craftsmanship and fair social practices through their show-stopping bags.
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May - June 2023
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Inspired by India
De Gournay's latest signature collection features wallcoverings and fabrics inspired by Mewar and Mughal miniature paintings.
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May - June 2023
AD Architectural Digest India
Touch Wood
AD100 firm Studio Organon's new hardwood furniture collection draws from memory to craft timeless pieces for the future.
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May - June 2023
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Drawn to Clay
From the geometry of Bauhaus to brutalist machine parts, New York-based designer Kai Zimmermann is inspired by the beauty in the unexpected.
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May - June 2023
AD Architectural Digest India
The Curator
Exquisite lamps, chandeliers, chairs and sofas, and entire from the fountains-stories archives of European glass producers like F&C Osler and Baccarat reveal the love of European-made glass among the royalty of India.
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March - April 2023
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K JO
A SWEET, LONG FRIENDSHIP IS THE SPECIAL INGREDIENT IN THIS \"SUBTLY OVER THE TOP BACHELOR PAD DESIGNED BY GAURI KHAN FOR HER FRIEND AND CLIENT KARAN JOHAR INARGUABLY ΟΝΕ OF BOLLYWOOD'S MOST INFLUENTIAL FILM MAKERS.
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March - April 2023
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LILY ALLEN & DAVID HARBOUR
A FABULOUS APPETITE FOR BEAUTY AND ECCENTRICITY IS EVIDENT IN THIS BROOKLYN BROWNSTONE HOME OF THE SINGER AND ACTOR COUPLE, FASHIONED WITH THE HELP OF DESIGNER BILLY COTTON.
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March - April 2023
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POORNA JAGANNATHAN THE "NEVER HAVE I EVER" STAR OPENS THE DOORS TO HER
LOS ANGELES HOME LAYERED WITH HINTS OF INDIA, BUILT AROUND A LITTLE COURTYARD, EXPRESSING HER LOVE OF COLOUR AND CULTURE.
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March - April 2023
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INSIDE CORMАС LYNCH'S COLAВА
AN IRISHMAN IN INDIA, THIS INTERIOR ARCHITECT HAS MADE HIS HOME IN A GRACEFUL APARTMENT WITH HIGH CEILINGS, TALL PANELLED DOORS, AND A SUNLIT LOGGIA, IN MUMBAI'S FAVOURITE HISTORIC DISTRICT
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March - April 2023
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The Suchi Principle
AD catches up with Chen based architect Suchi Reddy att Summit and deep dives into her explorative and experiential form-follows-feeling practice.
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