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A pioneering range of Do-It-Yourself (DIY) products for multiple surfaces AkzoNobel India, a leading paints and coatings company has today announced its foray into the growing Do-It-Yourself (DIY) paints category. After success in Europe, India drives the DIY phenomena for AkzoNobel as the first country in South Asia to launch the ‘Dulux Simply Refresh’ range. A Dulux survey shows that 85% of consumers in India say that they will do DIY jobs. Dulux Simply Refresh proposition celebrates what new-age consumers want from a DIY range – effortless fun experience of refreshing homes in their personal style with a one-stop solution…
Resort and Spa The Peak Resort and Spa, is located in the untouched serene landscape of Udaipur, Rajasthan, the desert kingdom of India. Designed as a destination to unwind and rejuvenate the property hosts, 8 pool villas, event space, Restaurant, Spa, Gym, star gazing platform and an outdoor pool. Cocoon villas nested in nature The design concept amalgamates the untouched beauty of nature that engulfs the site, along with regional architecture of Rajasthan. The idea of built and landscape is seen as an amalgamation in the design. The original contours of the site have been used as an interface to…
Eco-Friendly Interior Design Is Increasing Sales The interior design of retail space can significantly impact the sales of retail stores and other commercial areas. To increase profits, many stores are beginning to feature more environmentally friendly elements in their design, including using sustainable materials, incorporating natural lighting, and using eco-friendly furniture and displays. In addition to being good for the environment, these changes also increase sales by making the space more attractive, comfortable, and inviting to customers. Green Retail Space Is Still New Before we dive into why retailers and designers emphasise green retail space, it’s important to note that…
Ar. Nimisha Hakkim, Principal Architect of DAC (Design Ashram Consultants) has won India’s most prestigious IIA National Awards for excellence in architecture in the Socially Responsible Architecture category. The award was handed over to her during the Gala Award ceremony held in Panjim, Goa on April 10th, 2022. The award was in recognition for the outstanding design that led to the revitalisation of Government Higher Secondary school, Karaparamba, Calicut, Kerala. It is the first time where a Public school has won a prize of this significance. The school boasts high quality facilities inside its campus. It has been equipped with outstanding…
Bathrooms are no longer just a need for modern Indian homes. They can be your showstopper when it comes to making a style statement in comfortable living and upgraded lifestyle. With the importance of hygiene having been highlighted in the pandemic era, there is a collective consciousness amongst the modern Indian householders who are shifting their focus to advanced cleaner spaces around them, without compromising on the aesthetics of interiors. Bathrooms are not just a necessity now for the modern Indian homes, they are spaces which will define luxury. Queo’s range of products won’t let you take style as an…
Fima Carlo Frattini is an Italian company that has existed for three generations. The continuous search for beauty and the spasmodic attention to every detail, from the choice of machinery, to the study of the components of a new product up to the development of its explanatory brochure, is what has always distinguished and characterized Fima Carlo Frattini. This renowned brand is unveiling its bespoke MOOVE Showerhead from its Wellness Collection. Designer by Davide Vercelli, Moove is an important part of the industry’s growth, demonstrating Fima Carlo Frattini’s capacity to design innovative solutions that are constantly in step with future…
Brinda Somaya is an architect and urban conservationist. Somaya and Kalappa Consultants are well known for their diverse architectural practice across India. Over four decades she has merged architecture, conservation and social equity in projects ranging from institutional campuses, rehabilitation of an earthquake-torn village to restoration of an 18th century Cathedral, showing that progress and history need not be at odds. Her belief that ‘The Architect’s role is that of guardian – hers is the conscience of the built and un-built environment’, underlines her work that encompasses large corporate, industrial and institutional campuses and extends to public spaces, some of which she has…
A great design aesthetic often blooms from strong roots of inspiration. When it comes to Shabnam, this translates quite literally and truly. An almost umbilical connect with Mother Nature combined with her love for traditional art infuses within her design a strong sense of individualism that sets every space she creates a class apart. Who has been your inspiration in the process of your entire career? I get inspired by the simple things in life be it nature, emotions or people. I like many designers’ work. Professionally, Geoffery Bawa’s, Nari Gandhi, Philippe Starck and many more have done some awesome…
Annkur Khosla journey has never been gender biased. A graduate from Academy of Architecture, Mumbai. She has done her Post Graduate Diploma in Indian Aesthetics at Jnanapravaha and a brief stint at the NYSID (New York School of Interior Design), New York. .As an individual she holds her ground which as a human being is the biggest challenge of emotions. An architecture and interior firm specializing in unique and avante garde work with bespoke interiors befitting the project. Speaking about her inspiration of taking up this profession she says, “I’ve been blessed to have mentors and colleagues in different walks…
Hands Carpets, reknowned for their handcrafted luxury carpets and rugs that have gone on to adorn some of the most prestigious palaces, hotels, institutions and residences across the world, has unveiled the Urbane II collection of carpets, a series of hand knotted and hand tufted carpets inspired by the dynamism and scale of urban architecture. Urbanism is the characteristic way of interaction of inhabitants of towns and cities with the built environment. It signifies the dissemination of urban culture and the evolution of metropolitan society. Urbanism indicates a wide acquaintance with things and people, open mindedness with change and individualism.…