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
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
Notorious, by Studio Dashline, is a rooftop resto bar and speakeasy fused with botanical aesthetics, pastel elegance, and timeless craftsmanship.
Envisaged as a profound macrocosm, Dinner Bell, Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, by W5 Architects, is a journey of discovery for the semi-urban gastronomic seeker. The space transports visitors into a captivating world of solace, subsequently as they enter from the hustling streets of this Indian tier 3 town.
Freedom Square in Kerala, by De Earth Architects, is a revitalized public space in Calicut that commemorates the city’s rich history and offers a versatile space for the community.
Designed by Imagine Design Studio, CAR-O-BAR, Indore, features a contemporary design with tropical elements for a rustic and coastal atmosphere.
The Delhi-based studio Tangible Intangible Design Office (TI:DO) has designed a new outlet for a health-forward cafe, commissioned by a women-led brand UNCAFE.
Takri is an authentic ethnic restaurant nestled in the picturesque Kangra Valley in Palampur. It is a true reflection of the region’s traditional values, centered around the staple meal known as “Dham.”
Located in the foothills of Nilgiris, just before the winding ascent to Ooty, Bungalow Medu stands as product of hospitality and cultural fusion. Born out
The multitude of redevelopment projects underway across India presents a chance to reshape the nation’s urban narrative towards sustainable and inclusive development. But are we truly seizing this opportunity? The essay is a part of shortlisted entries for the essay writing contest, February 2024.
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