The project was to design flagship store for luxury furniture brand. The site total area was around 6000 sq.ft of Carpet Area. The project is designed on minimalistic and straight line scheme so as to match with furniture design. The entire space has been kept as single hall with white interiors so as to provide a perfect background for the furniture large size glasses have been given to provide maximum visibility.
Ameet Singh writes about how even though the Indus Valley Civilization was an early urban centre, the megacities of India face quite a few challenges, despite modern India’s governance. He further talks about a few solutions that could help enhance the quality of life in Indian cities.
Pramod Balakrishnan paints a stark picture of the architectural profession, highlighting its internal divisions and its focus on serving the elite. He argues that this, coupled with a flawed educational system churning out compliant technicians rather than innovative visionaries, is stifling the field’s potential.
Angan House by Studio Hu’mane in Pune, reintroduces the courtyard concept, blending it with modern needs. The design, influenced by Pune’s old city, balances privacy and transparency using exposed brick, wood, and metal.
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.
Rahul Kadam, Architect at The NGK Studio, Pune, recounts his visit to Nari Gandhi’s final project in Kolegaon, Ahmednagar—the Dargah and Darwaz—discussing the incomplete project in brief.
How can architecture balance the preservation of place and community identity while integrating contemporary design elements to create spaces that are both meaningful and contextually
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