The facade, which won the Finnish Concrete Architecture Award, is coloured with inorganic Bayferrox pigments from the specialty chemicals company Lanxess. Cologne – The new barrel storage facility for the world’s northernmost gin and whisky distillery appears at first glance to be clad in old, charred wooden planks. In reality, however, the facade is constructed […]
A summer affair during home quarantine!
This summer season in 2020 is carving out newer trends of spending time at home while trying to stay cocooned and safe in the current times. To bring an exciting twist to your everyday ‘stay’ at home, here are few tips to give a quick makeover perfect for enjoying this warm weather. Distressed Knotty Oak […]
CMC introduces two new products in the KalingaStone marble range
KalingaStone marble is suitable for both interior and exterior areas and is an ideal choice in flooring applications. Classic Marble Company (CMC) has introduced the Emperador Chiara and the Dantea from its KalingaStone marble range. The two engineered products are marble slabs in shades of brown and beige, carrying the classic swirl patterns across their […]
Auhaus creates a family home in Brighton with American tulipwood
Auhaus were introduced to thermally-modified American tulipwood by Melbourne based importer Richard Bugg from American Hardwoods. When they first embarked on their Brighton House project, Ben Stibbard and Kate Fitzpatrick, Principals of Melbourne based architecture practice Auhaus, say they became “preoccupied with creating a house that felt open on a constrained pocket site”. The 500 […]
Rehau unveils Rauvisio Radiant Boards equipped with anti-fingerprint technology
Rauvisio Radiant Boards are eco-friendly, easy to maintain and most importantly hygienic and safe. To impart elegance and the much desired modern look to the interiors, Rehau Polymers, one of the leading global players in uPVC Windows & Doors, furniture and building industry has launched “Rauvisio Radiant Boards”, a permanent solution to issues of stains […]
The health and well-being benefits of green buildings
As India is fighting the coronavirus pandemic, green certified buildings and facilities will provide tremendous health and well-being benefits apart from resource conservation says Mala Singh, Chairperson & MD – PEC Greening India. What has been the impact of Covid-19 on nature? As a result of coronavirus and restrictions imposed, we are seeing the benefits […]
An affair to remember
Prof. Christopher Charles Benninger, Founder Chairman and Principal Architect, CCBA Designs speaks on his love affair with India and his glorious journey in the world of architecture and design. What is your idea of good design? To quote Rumi: “Love is the whole and we are the parts!” Design begins with love of the whole, […]
Luxurious yet sustainable
The NR House designed by NA Architects epitomises luxury and opulence; yet it also represents a seamless blend of luxury and sustainability. In the sprawling sights of Jubilee Hills, India, lies a private residence evolved from the creative minds of architectural firm NA Architects. The interior design project was conceived as a gallery‐typed space, which […]
Wood will always rule the domain of furniture design
Along with that natural fibers such as jute, wicker and rattan have also emerged as a popular choice as they bring a certain character or “charm” to the interior design of any home opine Pritesh Modi and Akshay Adhalrao, Business Owners & Co-Founders at Vita Moderna. India is a heritage of sorts when it comes […]
Exposed brick walls have an enticing effect on living and commercial spaces
Sumit Dhawan, Architect, Cityscape’ 82 Architects, a Gurugram based firm gives an insight on the different ways to enliven your walls. How can hanging wall art be used effectively for enhancing the beauty of walls? Hanging wall art plays a key role in bringing the element of vitality to a room. Accessorizing a room is […]