Architecture
Architecture + Design
The Stallions of Indian Design
How Hardesh and Monica Chawla transformed their vision of thoughtful luxury into a 25-year legacy, championing India's craft techniques while creating spaces that elevate everyday living. From their in-house manufacturing to their son Hridik's global perspective, Essentia Environments proves that 'Made in India' is the future of timeless design
10+ min |
July 2025
Architecture + Design
CHARU KOKATE: DESIGNING BETWEEN WORLDS
Urban architecture across Asia is going through a massive shift courtesy of Senior Partner at Safdie Architects Charu Kokate. Through iconic projects like Marina Bay Sands and Jewel Changi Airport, she weaves cultural fluency, sustainability, and human-centric design into vibrant, inclusive spaces that redefine how we connect with our cities
10 min |
July 2025
Architecture + Design
LIVING WITH ART, LIVING AS ART
Devang Patel and Pratik Siddhpura have crafted The Art House, blurring the boundaries between sculpture and structure—a home where every wall, corner, and contour narrates a story of artful living. This eclectic haven blends modern design with traditional craftsmanship, transforming everyday spaces into a living gallery that captivates and comforts in equal measure
3 min |
July 2025
Architecture + Design
THE CHOCOLATE HOUSE
Studio Patternmaker Turns a 50-Year-Old Home into a Cocoa Retreat
4 min |
July 2025
Architecture + Design
Breaks the Mould of DESIGN CULTURE
What began as a pastel quartz debut turned into a courtside spectacle. Specta Quartz Surfaces' inaugural pickleball tournament served up more than just sharp rallies-it brought India's top architects and designers together for a summer of spirited play, style-forward camaraderie, and a quietly revolutionary product launch
5 min |
July 2025
Architecture + Design
ALUDECOR MASON MARK: INDIA'S FIRST CONCRETE-FINISH ALUMINIUM COMPOSITE PANEL
This innovative product seamlessly blends the durability of aluminium with the aesthetic appeal of concrete, offering a unique solution for architects, designers, and builders
1 min |
July 2025
Architecture + Design
THE HOME UNSAID
In the middle of Mumbai, a small apartment dials down the noise and gets the details spot on
3 min |
July 2025
Architecture + Design
REPEAT AS RULE
This city home by Rohini Bagla leans into repetition and proves that sameness, too, can hold power
1 min |
July 2025
Architecture + Design
HOUSE BY THE LAKE
With its low-slung roofs, shaded verandahs, open baths, and a temple tree at its heart, this tropical modernist weekend home by 23DDS-with landscaping by Studio Gaea-blurs the line between house and horizon.
3 min |
July 2025
Architecture + Design
TWIN SOULS, SINGLE VISION
Surbhi Singhal and Deepanshu Arneja craft a 15,700 sq ft residence that questions the conventional relationship between the built and natural environments, creating two different yet compatible homes wrapped in a jungle plantation embrace
3 min |
July 2025
Architecture + Design
A+ IN TIMELESS FORM
Charged Voids' PLUS transforms a mixed-use pharmaceutical hub into a sculptural icon. Its bold brick cross form marries retail dynamism, logistic efficiency, and serene offices, redefining industrial architecture with timeless craft
2 min |
July 2025
Architecture + Design
INSIDE VIEW: EPISODE 2 – DESIGN IS IN THE DETAILS
A fashion designer and two architects trace how detail shapes design and identity
4 min |
July 2025
Architecture + Design
INSIDE VIEW: EPISODE 3 – THE SPATIAL EXPERIENCE
What two architects and a wellness expert see when they walk into a room
3 min |
July 2025
Architecture + Design
WHERE CITY MEETS SERENITY
Nestled in the heart of New Delhi, “Breathe and Bougie” is a tropical oasis that redefines the city's culinary landscape. This enchanting retreat boasts an interior design that masterfully blends organic elements with bohemian flair
1 min |
June 2025
Architecture + Design
EXPLORING ZERO-WASTAGE DESIGN PRACTICES AND CIRCULAR DESIGN PRINCIPLES
Can luxury and sustainability intersect? Design Hex and We Design Studio demonstrate how high-end design can meet eco-friendly principles, showcasing projects that embody both luxury and sustainability
5 min |
June 2025
Architecture + Design
THE ELEMENTAL OFFICE
In a building you'd barely notice, BASICS Architects craft a headquarters that rewrites the rules of corporate design
3 min |
June 2025
Architecture + Design
THE NAGA TEXTILE RENAISSANCE
Witness how this weaving initiative by Jesmina evolved into an international handloom success story whilst empowering women weavers to preserve their ancient craft
2 min |
June 2025
Architecture + Design
The Quiet Genius of Hospitality Design Khozema Chitalwala
With over three decades of expertise, Architect Khozema Chitalwala has been a driving force behind some of the industry's most iconic and immersive projects, consistently pushing the boundaries of design excellence
10+ min |
June 2025
Architecture + Design
BRIDGING HERITAGE AND MODERNITY
Through Hasa Atelier and The Belgadia Palace, Mrinalika Bhanjdeo breathes new life into Odisha's crafts and creates sustainable livelihoods for traditional artisans
2 min |
June 2025
Architecture + Design
A CUSTODIAN OF CRAFT IN JAIPUR
With the Princess Diya Kumari Foundation and The PDKF Store, Gauravi Kumari rekindles Jaipur's craft heritage and empowers women through sustainable work
2 min |
June 2025
Architecture + Design
IN VENEER WE TRUST
Rooted in material mastery and driven by design foresight, Timex Veneer has spent nearly four decades transforming how the world sees and uses veneer
1 min |
June 2025
Architecture + Design
RAW BEAUTY MEETS RUSTIC LUXURY
In the heart of Jodhpur’s countryside, Bhagyashri and Saurabh Nawal have crafted a sanctuary that redefines luxury and sustainability through the raw elegance of concrete
3 min |
June 2025
Architecture + Design
PRESERVING CRAFT.CREATING IMPACT.
In the Indian crafts arena, a silent revolution is taking place.
1 min |
June 2025
Architecture + Design
NO DOORS NO BOUNDARIES
Designed by principals Akshay Heranjal, Nishita Bhatia and Aditi Pai, The Centre for Inclusive Growth & Competitiveness at TAPMI in Manipal, India, is a visionary academic space that transforms the conventional campus experience into a vibrant community hub. A new archetype for institutions, the centre depicts a new ideology in brick, stone, and bamboo
3 min |
June 2025
Architecture + Design
DESIGN INTEL
What's making waves in architecture, interiors and beyond? The future is unfolding, and we're here to catch it first
1 min |
June 2025
Architecture + Design
SALUD IN THE SHADOWS
Vijay Kumar and Maha K. have crafted a speakeasy where Japanese Zen aesthetics meet cave-like intimacy, creating an immersive journey where design elements speak in hushed tones yet command attention
2 min |
June 2025
Architecture + Design
COOKING WITH CULTURE
In the intersection between preserving traditional cooking practices and addressing modern health and environmental challenges, Nitisha is bringing a meaningful change in rural communities while empowering women as both artisans and entrepreneurs
1 min |
June 2025
Architecture + Design
DESIGN COLLABS AND STATEMENT DROPS
Beruru’s Semi Outdoor Chairs Are Bringing Quiet Luxury to the Garden
2 min |
June 2025
Architecture + Design
WEAVING STORIES FROM SCRAP
Through her work with Wolf, Ritu demonstrates that contemporary art and traditional craft can coexist beautifully, each enriching the other while preserving the cultural heritage that makes her city unique
2 min |
June 2025
Architecture + Design
CODING THE FUTURE
“Parametric Minds: Empowering Design Pedagogies” is an upcoming book by Sushant Jai-Amita Verma that assures to demystify computational design and moderates how we comprehend architectural education in an increasingly digital world
1 min |