A fourth-generation architect Heather Dubbeldam, Principal Architect, Dubbeldam Architecture + Design speaks to Vikas Bhadra about her love for architecture, recent projects, achievements and her affinity for Indian architects. “Good design, especially in architecture, ensures that the end user is considered throughout the process,” says Heather Dubbeldam, Principal Architect, Dubbeldam Architecture + Design, “it has […]
Craftsmanship plays an important role in contemporary design
In a conversation with Vikas Bhadra, Japanese architect Tsuyoshi Tane, Principal Architect, Atelier Tsuyoshi Tane Architects says that the value of craftsmanship in contemporary design should not be undermined as it has been consistently adding value and spirit to architecture since its inception. The idea of design The idea of design keeps evolving, it has […]
It is essential to transfer sustainability into real construction practice
Dr. Christine Lemaitre Chief Executive Officer DGNB e.V. speaks to Vikas Bhadra about green buildings, sustainability and the global initiatives of DNGB for promoting climate and culturally compatible construction in countries like India. What is your idea of green and sustainable buildings, are they one and the same? Sustainable building, as we understand it at […]
Good architecture listens to the present and looks to the future
In a conversation with Vikas Bhadra, Alessandro Adamo, Partner at Lombardini22 and Director of DEGW says that architecture has the task of creating places where people feel good and to achieve this objective, one has to work on various levels of sensoriality; from visual to tactile and olfactory. The idea of good design A good […]
Grafdoer introduces automatic sensor faucet
Maintaining proper hygiene to curb the dissemination of coronavirus is the need of the hour. Understanding the same, kitchen ware and sanitary ware brand Grafdoer has launched its brand new-line of hygienic touch-less sanitary-ware accessories which includes automatic sensor faucets, self-closing taps, pedal-control taps, and automatic soap/sanitizer dispenser machines. All the products manufactured by the […]
Globalisation has revived local traditions across the world
In a conversation with Vikas Bhadra, German Architect Niels Schoenfelder points out globalisation is creating new potentials for architecture in India as also for architecture and design elsewhere. What does good design mean to you? That idea of good design keeps oscillating between arts and engineering the most intriguing design is perhaps clouded in suspense, […]
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, […]
Modern workplace design should gratify global sensibilities
Brian Pilley, India Head, M Moser Associates tells Vikas Bhadra that the purpose of architecture in the workplace will constantly evolve with ever-changing needs. “I believe that good architecture has the ability to transcend the everyday. Light and space make people feel healthy and happy, and that needs to be encouraged. Designing for diversity will […]
Smart architecture is optimistic and graceful
Born in Eindhoven, the Netherlands, Robert Verrijt received a Master of Science in Architecture at the TUDelft in 2003. After arriving in Mumbai in 2006, he set up the practice Architecture BRIO together with Shefali Balwani. Vikas Bhadra catches up with the architect. For someone who was educated in Europe and is exposed to the […]
Destined to Design
Originally from Netherlands Lara de Rooij, Founder and Lead Architect, LMC Architects Pvt Ltd has proved her mettle in India for the last 16 years. Good Design has a purpose to fulfill. It not only gratifies the purpose, it elevates the nature of the purpose in question. It encourages the design thinking to evolve and […]