BUILDING SPATIAL DIALOGUES

In conversation with the powerhouse duo Lijo Jos and Reny Lijo, who dare to break away from accepted design norms and introduce new ideas, forging a path for themselves in the field of architecture

in Balance

Design has always been our first love. It is a vital part of our existence and the fundamental reason we get along

..AND THE LEGACY LIVES ON

Sanchit Arora trains his young eyes towards creating an architectural identity through fantastical concepts. We chart how the architect has propelled the trajectory of RENESA, the studio founded by his father Sanjay Arora, towards being touted as one of the leading avant-garde design firms in the country

UNCONVENTIONALLY MINIMAL

Shivani Ajmera and Disha Bhavsar, the dynamic co-founding duo of Quirk Studio, have forayed their way into the world of interior design with their quirky and unconventional ideas... inspiring many young designers to follow in their footsteps

AN EXPERIMENT IN THE MAKING

Birju Shah, Pooja Shah and Dhaara Shah converge to form Studio-in-Dtale, an Ahmedabad-based design atelier that crafts, creates and pushes the boundaries when it comes to AvantGarde design

THE NEW AGE PURIST

with everything veeram Shan does, ne aims to find equilibrium between luxury and earthiness. From architecture to fashion to product and landscape design, his prowess is impressive and innovative. We meet up with one of the future torchbearers of Indian design

TELLING IT LIKE IT IS

Behind the dramatic overtures and picture-perfect vignettes, there is an incredible amount of work that goes into the realisation of any design. In her most candid conversation yet, designer Iram Sultan lifts the veil on the glamour to reveal the details that make the big picture

TO BE YOUR OWN MUSE

Every project by MuseLAB frontrunners Huzefa Rangwala and Jasem Pirani is a deep dive into research and exploration. For this feature, they probe their past, with an unwavering eye on the future

THE STORY OF AN INDIAN LEGEND

Canna Patel, Founder and Chairperson, HCP Interior Design, is an institution in herself. Over the years, she has diligently worked to reshape the design narrative, be it with her public architectural designs, commercial outings, or residential projects. Canna is a beacon of inspiration. Here she tells us her story, how she started and down to this point in time when her firm has been appointed as the interior sub-consultants for the Central Vista Project, including the New Parliament Building.

THE GREEN ARCHITECT

What drew young Benny Kuriakose into the world of design?

COUPLE of CONTRASTS

The artist, Anand Menon, and the thinker, Shobhan Kothari, are two very distinctive peas in a pod. Their work, their thoughts and most of all, their collaboration is complex, but it works. They tell us how

A shared passion

In their bid to champion traditional and lesser-known craft forms, Indian arts and artisanal villages, Amrita Guha and Joya Nandurdikar of Untitled Design have recalibrated the essence of 'India Modern' by bringing to the fore the charm of traditional techniques while making them intrinsic to aspirational and luxurious narratives

GROWING INTO HIS OWN

An artist in the broad sense of the word, Ali Baldiwala is a sum of many creative pursuits. From the complex design work he undertakes to the intricate collaborations he spearheads, the interiors designer is at the forefront of heralding a new lexicon in Indian design...one that's inclusive and potent.

THE PANDEMIC CITY

As our cities find their feet again, architect gives us a peek into the outside world, and how it can and should change to make our post-pandemic lives better

THEN AND NOW

Mohammed Afnan and Arun Shekar Gowda take us through the journey that led them to embrace responsible design in their own unique way

INGENIOUSLY DESIGNED

Bureau Archpoint designs an open-plan spa hotel in Tver Region, Russia

A SOULFUL CONNECTION

Tucked away in thelush green localeof Ubud in Bali, the Yoga Shala and Spa by Pablo Luna Studio exhibits an architectural rhythm that draws from the fluidity of nature

A STYLISH GETAWAY

With 'comfortable comfortable and luxury' as the theme, Janavi Javeri designs a stylish, aesthetically-charged vacation home in Lonavala

SLOW AND STEADY

A confluence of slow living and contemporary elements in combination with private and open-planned spaces forms the crux of this home by Studio Momo

A LEGACY FOR GENERATIONS

Talati and Partners blends a contemporary narrative with traditional elements in the design of this vaastu-compliant 7,500sqft home

CALM, COMPOSED AND CONTEMPORARY

Navya Aggarwal orchestrates an unusual symphony of classic, contemporary and calm in this spacious Gurugram residence

TROPICAL TRANQUILLITY

Studio Tilt envisions a tropical-thened vacation retreat in Goa

A COASTAL RETREAT

This Malibu house designed by Victor B Ortiz is a beautiful mix of sculpture, nature, smart interior design and innovative architecture

EASING TRANSITIONS

MTA+V thoughtfully carves out a residence in Mexico that fosters a spatial and visual connection with its natural surroundings

WHEN NATURE IS THE FOCUS

VPA Architects prioritises tranquillity and welcomes nature into The Foliage House in Ahmedabad

PRACTICE BEYOND BORDERS: The story of SSD Paris

Uninterrupted and at his candid best, visionary designer, Saket Sethi, shares his thoughts on the evolution of his design journey, the things that inspire him and what the future has in store for him

A THOUGHTFUL VENTURE

Pioneering innovations and experimental creations in the design world that are rooted in conscious and mindful ways of living

Architectural Inheritance and Evolution in India

Tracing the iconic design trajectory of 10 architectural families in India, author and architect, Apurva Bose Dutta pivots her new book on the legacies of Indian design families. In this exclusive, she gives us a sneak peek...

SPECTACLE

Transformative public interventions that alter perceptions and neighbourhoods

THE VISUAL NARRATIVE

We explore architect Jeff Shelton's vivid illustration style by offering a glimpse of his extensive portfolio comprising over 70 projects completed over the course of his 40-year career...