AD Architectural Digest India
AMRAI'S INAUGURAL COLLECTION CELEBRATES THE VISUAL LANDSCAPE AND ARTISANAL HERITAGE OF KUTCH.
When Samir Wadekar, an interior stylist, met Gunjan Gupta for the first time, she was just another client who had commissioned him to decorate her home in Gandhidham.
1 min |
March - April 2025
AD Architectural Digest India
FINDING & CREATING a HOME
Priti Mahajan reflects on her journey of moving from Mumbai to Dubai, where her home has become a sanctuary, filled with her family's travels, memories, and the life they've built together
3 min |
March - April 2025
AD Architectural Digest India
WATER VILLAS MADE WITH RECLAIMED WOOD, DRIFTWOOD SCULPTURES, CONVERSATION PITS AND SUN DECKS OVERLOOKING AN ENDLESS SEA-SONEVA SECRET IS A RARE GIFT IN THE MALDIVES.
As you step off the boat and land on the beach at Soneva Secret, its white, soft sand sticking to your bare feet—no more shoes from here on, as the Soneva ritual goes—the first sight is the Living Room, a large stepped reception and restaurant that greets you and also frames the most spectacular views of the ocean, the sky and the sunset.
2 min |
March - April 2025
AD Architectural Digest India
KARA IN FORT KOCHI STRIKES A DELICATE BALANCE BETWEEN HISTORY, TOURISM AND ITS AUTHENTIC MALAYALEE ROOTS.
Down the road from where the explorer Vasco da Gama reportedly lived in Fort Kochi, two alluring white structures linked by a Bauhausian grey iron bridge house Kara, a quaint boutique hotel that is among the newest additions to the local art scene.
2 min |
March - April 2025
Architect and Interiors India
FUSION FIESTA
Step inside this home by Maehr Homes where Wabi-Sabi meets modern luxury.
1 min |
March 2025
Architect and Interiors India
CONNECTING EDUCATION
The Langeveld Building is a beautiful example of an institutional design where sustainability, innovation and student well-being is kept at the forefront.
2 min |
March 2025
Architect and Interiors India
NEW YEAR - NEW JOURNEY
Design Debate shined its way into 2025 with its 40th edition in the Diamond City of Surat
3 min |
March 2025
Architect and Interiors India
CREATIVE ENERGY
Decoding the spiritual connection between architecture and wellbeing with Manish Banker of TAOStudiO at the nature-inspired Swastik in Pune.
7 min |
March 2025
Architect and Interiors India
DESIGN IN SYNC
This jewellery office by Source Architecture elevates design to compliment the craft
2 min |
March 2025
Architect and Interiors India
MAKING THE CASE FOR 3D PRINTED STRUCTURES
3D Printed Structures are soon becoming the new way to construct, even as what was once thought to be a myth is today a firm reality.
4 min |
March 2025
Architect and Interiors India
A HEALING ENVIRONMENT
The Kinderspital Zürich by Herzog & de Meuron is designed like a tiny town with medical facilities that are like neighbourhoods with squares and connecting streets.
5 min |
March 2025
Architect and Interiors India
ENGAGING EXPLORATION
A library that feels like you're walking into a fairy tale.
1 min |
March 2025
Architecture + Design
MONISH SIRIPURAPU: SHAPING A MOVEMENT
With the award-winning CoolAnt system and transformative projects like the Pangolin Pavilion, Monish Siripurapu has carved a niche where design, technology, and nature converge. Over cups of coffee and bursts of laughter, Monish takes us on a journey into his world—a world where design is both functional and poetic, a reflection of his commitment to innovation with heart
5 min |
February 2025
Architecture + Design
Breaking Barriers: Democratising Design
In a profession where individuality often takes centre stage, Shimul Javeri Kadri stands out for her bold approach to collaboration. Alongside partners Vaishali Mangalvedhekar, Sarika Shetty and Roshni Kshirsagar, Kadri's eponymous firm has redefined the boundaries of architectural practice in India.
10+ min |
February 2025
Architecture + Design
SHARMILA KUMBHAT: A CHANGEMAKER REDEFINING INDIA'S LIGHTING INDUSTRY AND EMPOWERING FUTURE LEADERS
Kumbhat's entrepreneurial spirit ignited early.
2 min |
February 2025
Architecture + Design
A BEACON OF EXCELLENCE
BITSOM, Kalyan, stands as a shining example of institutional architecture
3 min |
February 2025
Architecture + Design
100 YEARS OF FRENCH HERITAGE & ARISTOCRATIC DESIGN
From its iconic gilded cage elevator and government-protected artworks to a hidden chocolate and cheese-making atelier in the basement, Le Bristol Paris celebrates a century of hosting icons like the Chaplins and Rothschilds. Blending classic Rococo with contemporary elegance, the hotel continues to embody the timeless French art de vivre
3 min |
February 2025
Architecture + Design
FORTRESS OF SERENITY
The Ananta Resort & Spa, Ajabgarh takes you on a enchanting journey through nature, culture and history
2 min |
February 2025
Architecture + Design
PATHWAYS TO PERFECTION
Flagstone is a textured stone-like paver that makes for a beautiful chequered designs across a variety of outdoor locations, most suited for walkways in resorts, clubs, garden areas, and for sit-outs in natural landscapes.
1 min |
February 2025
Architecture + Design
BEST OF BAU 2025
From groundbreaking materials to robotics that made sci-fi look outdated, BAU 2025 had it all. With Schueco leading the charge, the event became the ultimate playground for global and Indian architects, where innovation met collaboration, and the future of design was written in real time
5 min |
February 2025
Architecture + Design
IN SYNC WITH TRADITION
Rooted in tradition, yet refined for modern living, this serene minimalist home masterfully blends the warmth of heritage with the elegance of restraint
3 min |
February 2025
Architecture + Design
AMIT AURORA & RAHUL BANSAL
Digital tools have streamlined the process of creating mood boards, offering efficiency, precision, and a wealth of inspiration at our fingertips.
2 min |
February 2025
Architecture + Design
SMITHA ZACHARIAH
As an interior designer with a love for colour and intricate details, my mood board process has evolved significantly with digital tools. Platforms and softwares let me organize palettes, patterns, and textures seamlessly, offering endless possibilities to refine compositions and visualize ideas efficiently.
2 min |
February 2025
Architecture + Design
A TREE OF POSSIBILITIES
With a strong emphasis on sustainable craftsmanship and innovation, Orange Tree is carving a new path in the world of furniture design
4 min |
February 2025
Architecture + Design
SHALINI CHANDRASHEKAR & G.S MAHABOOB BASHA
Our mood board creation process has evolved with digital tools. It has become much easier and quicker to iterate, giving us more options to explore and refine our concepts.
3 min |
February 2025
Architecture + Design
SOFT EDGES, SHARP DESIGN
Nestled in the heart of Mumbai, Sunlit Sanctuary by Janak Rajpal, Creative Director of Etica Design, is a sublime residence where sunlight takes center stage, shaping a serene and sophisticated narrative
3 min |
February 2025
Architecture + Design
A MODERN TALE OF TOGETHERNESS
Through continuous veneer panelling and thoughtful spatial planning, A&K Design Studio orchestrates a sophisticated haven for three generations that unfolds like a well-crafted story
3 min |
February 2025
Architecture + Design
DESIGNING HOMES WITH SMART SUSTAINABLE INNOVATION
As India's Smart Cities vision aims for a cleaner, more sustainable environment, the need for smart solutions is clear.
1 min |
February 2025
Architect and Interiors India
Viva Unveils 'Pure Aura' - A Revolutionary Anodised Aluminium Panel Collection
Viva, Asia’s largest ACP manufacturer, has launched Pure Aura, a cuttingedge range of anodised aluminium panels that blend natural beauty, durability, and modern craftsmanship.
1 min |
February 2025
Architect and Interiors India
Herman Miller Introduces Bay Work Pod for Inclusive, Focused Workspace
Herman Miller has introduced the Bay Work Pod, a cutting-edge workspace solution designed for focused work and seamless video conferencing in open office environments.
1 min |