Architect Vandana Dhawan Saxena argues that designing contextual hospitality architecture is a win-win for all—developers, crafts communities, and tourists—and that policy backing and innovative craft integration can help it transition from a romantic aspiration to an industry standard.
Luxury hospitality and sustainability are often seen as opposing concepts. But Suryagarh and Narendra Bhawan oppose this dichotomy. Deepika Srivastava explores this dynamic in a conversation with Ayush and Geetanjali Kasliwal, and Manvendra Singh Shekhawat.
Informed by local building traditions, The Lalit Suri Hospitality School, by Morphogenesis Architects sustains a harmonious dialogue between the built and the landscape.
The sprawling 20,000 sqft ground floor space along with an equal amount of basement had profound planning challenges. Various functionally contrasting spaces had to be carefully crafted so that they didn’t impede with each other’s function yet facilitate a meaningful circulation throughout the site. – Parag Singal Architects
Project Facts Name of the project: NEEL Status: Built Year of completion: 2014 Design Team: Vami Koticha , Archita Banerjee , Aparna Dhareshwar Location: Andheri East
Intekhab Alam, in his article about SKICC, or Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre, Srinagar, designed by Joseph Stein, explores how the structure harmonises the Kashmiri landscape and modern heritage, symbolising resilience, cultural exchange, and the urgent need for sensitive restoration.
Introduction The coastal town of Pondicherry is witnessing a rapid transformation, where numerous small to medium-scale accommodations and heritage homes are being converted into homestays
Rushitoya homestay, Gujarat, designed by d6thD Design Studio, offers a layered experience of the river, embracing Kathiyawadi house style.
Ar. Suneet Paul, through his discussion, highlights parental pressure on career choices, contrasting traditional paths with fields like architecture and computer software, and their respective prospects.
Amid the spatial constraints of a recreational campus, Funktion Design was tasked with an unusual challenge: to extend the dining capacity of the Rajamahal Vilas
Trains.Architecture.Culture.Life | In his tribute to Professor Bruno Dias Souza, a visionary architect, urbanist, and educator, Edgar Demello writes about how Prof. Bruno left an indelible mark on Goa and the world through timeless designs, advocacy, and passionate teaching.
Thanks & Beyond in Delhi’s Epicuria, designed by Natelier by Bent Chair, offers three distinct dining experiences. “Thanks” exudes elegant grandeur, “&” provides an earthy outdoor retreat, and “Beyond” features a futuristic bar with hand-sculpted art.
The second Lucknow Architecture Festival 2025, organised by Lucknow Architects Association, held from January 10-12th, brought together various stakeholders from construction industry, architecture fraternity, and government for discussions, workshops, and exhibitions.
Café Delhi Heights, by M:FOA Studios, is a unique dining experience inspired by the whimsical world of Wes Anderson films. The café’s design features multiple, Instagram-worthy backdrops, including a train-wagon booth seating area, a colorful Indian Dispatch Wall, and a vibrant pink bar.
The architectural and urban design fraternity mourns the loss of Prof. Ranjit Sabikhi, a trailblazing architect, educator, and urban designer. Prof. Sabikhi passed away on
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