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Johnson Controls–Hitachi Air Conditioning reaffirmed its commitment to supporting real estate developers across the Middle East and Africa (MEA) in delivering sustainable, energy-efficient buildings through advanced cooling technologies. The company joined industry leaders at the 2025 Energy, Water & Sustainability Summit, hosted at the Habtoor Grand Resort in Dubai, to explore how innovation in HVAC can help accelerate progress toward national Net Zero targets. Ahmed El Dessouki, regional sales director – JCH MEA, represented the company on the high-level panel titled “Net Positive Buildings – The Key to Unlocking Net Zero?”, where he emphasized the pivotal role of smart, adaptive…
Truflo by Hindware, the fastest-growing brand in the plastic pipes and fittings segment, today announced the inauguration of its new state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in Roorkee, Uttarakhand. With this development, trial production at the plant is officially underway. As the company’s third plant, this strategic expansion marks a key milestone designed to strengthen Truflo’s long-term growth trajectory and meet India’s rising demand for high-quality plastic piping solutions. The plant was inaugurated by Mr. Sandip Somany, Chairman, Somany Impresa Group, and Mr. Shashvat Somany, Strategy Head, Somany Impresa Group. Backed by an investment of ~₹170 crore, the new Roorkee plant is built…
Avian -a luxury furniture store, known for its clean, sculptural approach to luxury handcrafted furniture, has just launched a brand-new marble collection available at both its MG Road Delhi and Gurgaon showrooms. Designed and built in-house, the new pieces reflect Avian’s signature focus on craftsmanship, proportion, and the natural elegance of stone. The collection features a series of sculptural marble tables — from fluted side tables and ribbed consoles to solid centre tables — all handcrafted from white marble with organic grey veining. Every piece in the line is carved from stone by Avian’s own team of artisans, under the…
Mantra One, the leading name in luxury interiors and bespoke furniture, proudly announces the grand opening of its flagship 20,000 sq. ft. Experience Centre in the heart of Delhi. Designed as more than a store, this space redefines the way clients engage with interiors—offering furniture, décor, and personalized design services under one roof.The Store – Six Floors of Signature LivingSpanning across six expansive floors, the Mantra One Experience Centre is designed to take you on a curated journey through the brand’s design philosophy. Each floor tells a different story—featuring fully styled vignettes of bedrooms, living rooms, dining spaces, and lounge areas, all brought to…
“In a world where rising temperatures and smarter lifestyles go hand-in-hand, air conditioning is no longer just about cooling—it’s about comfort, connectivity, and conscious living. As Mr. Hirokazu Kamoda, Director – HVAC Business, Panasonic Life Solutions India, shares, the brand is redefining the HVAC experience by blending cutting-edge innovations with user-centric features that offer more than just a breeze. From IoT-enabled controls to Matter-integrated platforms and VRF systems engineered for precision, Panasonic is ushering in a new era of brilliance in cooling—one that’s energy-efficient, intelligent, and built for the homes and businesses of tomorrow.” How has the air conditioning industry…
Dash Square, a leading name in contemporary luxury furniture, is known for bringing international design sensibilities and comfort-first solutions into Indian homes. Continuing its journey of versatile, design-led living, the brand has now introduced the 1735 Modular Sofa by Kuka Home, a seamless blend of function, form, and flexibility. Designed for evolving lifestyles, the 1735 Modular Sofa is upholstered in premium leather and crafted with attention to ergonomic comfort. Wide seats and supportive backrests offer generous lounging space, while its modular nature allows users to customize the setup to their space and needs. It comes with thoughtfully integrated features, optional…
In homes across India, colour is more than just a design choice. It’s a reflection of personality, culture, and emotion. No brand understands this better than Asian Paints, a name that for over 80 years has guided generations of Indians in creating spaces they love. Continuing its legacy of meaningful, consumer-first initiative, Asian Paints has announced the launch of Tractor Emulsion Varnamaalai, a unique shade guide crafted exclusively for Tamil Nadu. Tractor Emulsion ‘Varnamaalai’, meaning ‘Garland of Colours’, is a thoughtfully curated shade guide from Asian Paints, inspired by the sets of the state’s most-watched Tamil TV serials and the…
“Celebrating 95 years of craftsmanship, the Japanese brand continues to set benchmarks in precision-engineered architectural hardware. In this exclusive interaction, the team reflects on their global evolution, their growing presence in India, and how thoughtful innovation, quality service, and universal design remain core to their legacy.” Sugatsune is on the verge of completing a remarkable 100-year journey. How has the company evolved globally over the decades while staying true to its founding principles of precision, functionality, and innovation? Since 1930, Sugatsune has been a trusted name in architecture and furniture hardware fittings. Sugatsune’s near-century journey has been built on the…
Inspiration: Desire to achieve Versatility with Uniqueness which has Meaningful implication. Forms and Volumes which are balanced to be called Timeless. Sustainability as the core principle yet giving a sense of Nostalgia. Site Context and planning 4 villas placed along the central access road along the East West axis, provides well ventilated private spaces with dedicated greens. Keeping Privacy at the epicentre, the villas designed with minimum apertures on the road side and maximum transparency to greet nature with open arms. Dynamic Rustic and Indianised FaçadeThis landmark articulation is made using Red Laterite, Portraying the truest essence of Indianness with…
Antica Ceramica, a name synonymous with innovation and excellence in the tile and surface industry, has unveiled its latest design marvel — the Luster Surface Tiles. With an eye on pushing aesthetic boundaries while meeting the highest performance standards, this new launch reinforces the brand’s commitment to redefining interior and architectural spaces. The highlight of this launch is the 1200x2400mm DG Matt + Luster Surface tile with two distinct faces, a format and finish combination designed to deliver visual harmony and sophistication. The surface presents a unique interplay of matte texture and lustrous sheen, allowing light to softly reflect across…