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Design Harmony
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Design Harmony

Raheja Platinum, the growing business centre in Marol, Mumbai, is where the newest WeWork co-working space finds its base.

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June 2019
A Garden (Re)treat!
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A Garden (Re)treat!

Using impeccably finished economic materials, organic forms, earthy colours and lots of plants, architect Hardik Shah of Studio Lagom conjures a delightful garden restaurant in Surat.

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April 2019
A Rocking Space
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A Rocking Space

As you step inside Hunka Hunka Town, a small yet impressive restaurant located at Sector 26, Chandigarh, there is no mistaking the vibe of the space… one that immediately transports you to the Rock and Roll music era of the sixties and seventies.

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April 2019
Onward And Upwards
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Onward And Upwards

Warmth, energy and versatility form the cornerstones of Spiced Honey, the Colour of the Year 2019 chosen by paint makers Akzo-Nobel.

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April 2019
A Popping Design
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A Popping Design

Similar to its other franchises; Tea Villa Cafe has yet again carved a unique experience for its recently launched outlet in Pune.

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April 2019
Design Gallery
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Design Gallery

Working closely with Advance Group of developers, the architects at OpenIdeas have unleashed a refreshingly new aesthetic sensibility at the Le Jardin show flat in Ahmedabad.

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December 2016
Modern History
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Modern History

At the United Coffee House Rewind gastropub in Noida, Zeppelin Design Environments LLP combine colonial charm with a modern aesthetic, offering a fresh take on the 70-year heritage of its flagship, New Delhi's legendary United Coffee House.

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December 2016
Showing Mettle
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Showing Mettle

Entering an avenue few dare to venture to, Meghna Malik and Karun Malik of Noida-based The Lohasmith, are making waves with their beautiful, clean-lined, functional furniture, accessories and objets d’art crafted in metal.

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August 2017
OYO In Town
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OYO In Town

OYO, the largest and most innovative hospitality company in India, has recently introduced the OYO Townhouse concept.

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August 2017
Pol Tales
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Pol Tales

Mangaldas ni HaveliII — a unique restoration and re-use project which has been developed as a Boutique Heritage Hotel in Ahmedabad was unveiled in the very heart of the UNESCO nominated World Heritage City of Ahmedabad.

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August 2017
Rugged Luxury
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Rugged Luxury

The Red Fort Harley-Davidson showroom in New Delhi, designed by architect Romesh Sapra, is a modern industrial space that pays tribute to the brand’s 114-year-old legacy, besides being in-sync with the requirements of the modern motorist.

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August 2017
Getting Personal
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Getting Personal

Architects Joshua John and Juhi Patel of Yellow Door create a warm, welcoming contemporary Indian home in Bangalore which reflects the personalities of its inhabitants who span multiple generations.

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August 2017
Tied To Nature
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Tied To Nature

Respecting the existing tree cover, Design Work Group create a second home for an entrepreneur on the outskirts of Surat using an earthy material palette augmented by the sun, fresh air and greenery.

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August 2017
Minimalist Glamour
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Minimalist Glamour

Young architects Shone Saju and Dinesh Shanmugam of Living Edge Architects and Designers create an elegant yet lively house in Bangalore, characterized by clean lines and a minimalistic palette balanced by well-thought-out homages to the client's personality.

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December 2017
Tailor-Made Luxury
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Tailor-Made Luxury

Bathed in luxury, history, fine detailing, superlative design and impressive services, every single holiday home crafted by the ingenious team at Isprava in Goa and the Nilgiris is a thing of beauty and a joy forever.

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December 2017
Changeover Chic
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Changeover Chic

Namrataa Shetty and Neil Cresto of Namah Design Studio create an office that brims with youthful energy and unconventional decor for Trycatch Tech. What’s more, it toggles between a formal working environment to an informal learning space with ease. 

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December 2017
Luxury Redefined
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Luxury Redefined

Imagine this — sipping a cup of morning tea as you hear the bird tweet, jogging past a lush green landscape, and as you head home from a hectic day at work… a starlit sky welcoming you with all its splendour.

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December 2017
Making The Cut
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Making The Cut

Located in a commercial building on SG Highway in Ahmedabad, The Loft is a brand new hair salon that promises to pamper its clients with exclusive attention in an ambience that spells out simple luxury.

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December 2017
For The Love Of Art
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For The Love Of Art

With fashion atelier Amiraah in Kanpur, Idesign Studios curates a retail gem that revives old Indian art forms and gives them pride of place in a modern ambience.

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July 2019
A League Of Its Own
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A League Of Its Own

Studio Lotus articulate the exclusivity of premium members-only club The Quorum in Gurgaon through a series of bold spatial narratives underpinned by nuanced and subtle luxury.

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July 2019
Serene Opulence
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Serene Opulence

Hyderabad’s Jubilee Hills is turning into a paradise of exquisitely designed homes. ZZ Architects, have added yet another gem to this coveted address with a contemporary villa that shows how simplicity and a keen eye for detail are all it takes to create an exceptional home.

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July 2019
Lofty Ideas
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Lofty Ideas

Architect Parthavi Patel’s debut as an independent practitioner, this Ahmedabad apartment dovetails facets of the client and architect’s personalities. A free flowing, quirky and expansive programme, replete with memorabilia, speaks of the owners’ zest for travelling and entertaining; meticulous attention to detail points to the architect’s penchant for perfection.

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August 2018
Diwali Drama
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Diwali Drama

Everyone who has walked through the bright blue door of the Hyderabad- based lifestyle store Room Therapy would agree that the space and its carefully curated line-up of furniture, accessories and furnishings leave a lasting impression. So, we invited the brain behind the store, interior designer Sona Reddy, to share her unique decor and styling ideas for the festival of lights. Here, she creates five settings for the more public areas of the house — the entryway, lobby and living room — each with a strong personality, and most definitely visually impressive.

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October 2016
Traditional Elegance
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Traditional Elegance

Architects Amrita Mehta and Ankit Mehta, of AnA Associates, design an urban Mumbai home with a contemporary expression underscored by deep seated traditions.

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October 2016
Elemental Design
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Elemental Design

Inspired by the natural properties of water — fluidity, transparency and reflectiveness — Mumbai-based Krishnan Parvez Architects create a flowing, open office for shipping company, SBMS, in Mumbai.

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April 2017
Designing With Love
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Designing With Love

Whether you’re prepping for Christmas or changing the way your living spaces look to welcome 2019, read through these practical and style-filled suggestions from Meenu Agarwal of New Delhi-based lifestyle brand Mads Creations for some design inspiration.

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December 2018
Into The Light
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Into The Light

Squelette Designs show us how an unorthodox idea and an experimental bent in design can help mitigate poor site conditions in the combined office of Ahmedabad-based Surya Enterprises and Varnika Components LLP.

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December 2018
Global Home
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Global Home

A quaint ambience… engaging exteriors with the interiors showcasing some beautiful furniture, furnishings, artworks, lighting and accessories. Welcome to Hermosa Design Studio in Jaipur, a treasure trove for the contemporary millennial home maker.

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December 2018
Festive Indulgence
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Festive Indulgence

The festival of lights is the perfect time to spruce up our homes and give it a dose of elegance and grandeur. We present nine exquisite easy to replicate settings designed by the creative heads at Mads Creations, Mi Casa Collective and Nitin Kohli Home which would not only glam up your homes, but are impressive enough to linger on your loved ones minds all year long.

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November 2018
Baked With Expression
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Baked With Expression

The wall of faces… that’s the one design highlight that is bound to stay with you for long after you visit the Mumbai-based 700-squarefoot eatery, Breadily Baked – Patisserie designed by interior designers Shilpa Agarwal and Komal Jain of SSK Associates.

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November 2018