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Parag Kulkarni, Managing Director, A. O. Smith India shares his insights on the emerging trends in the consumer durables industry.
2020 will leave its mark in history as the year that altered lives and reshaped the business landscape across industries. The consumer durables industry has come a long way since the beginning of the pandemic. Companies have tapped into changing consumer sentiments by being more responsive and providing innovative solutions to address expectations. Over the last decade, the consumer durables sector has grown at a steady rate, marking the scope of future prospects. This provides the industry with a great opportunity to build sustainable markets and tap into both urban and rural markets in the country. Last year saw a…
ellementry, a lifestyle brand of handcrafted products, has always given an artistic vision to incorporate natural materials, traditional skills, and narratives into beautiful & functional products. Their newest offering to match the transitioning season is sustainable glassware that looks good and does good. These are pieces of functional art that are a true expression of indulgence and refinement. ellementry has come up with airtight storage jars, roti boxes with wooden lids and glass bottles composed of high-quality handblown glass that are completely food safe. Fluted glass roti box with wooden lid – These roti boxes are not just for storing rotis,…
The legendary glassmaker, Daum is a crystal studio based in Nancy, France. They are known for its close relationship with the greatest artists of its time since its inception in 1878, as well as a brush with modern savoir-faire. Daum is the only commercial crystal manufacturer employing the pâte de verre (glass paste) process for art glass and crystal sculptures, a technique in which crushed glass is packed into a refractory mould and then fused in a kiln. Daum available at Emery Studio has unveiled spectacular new crystal sculptures from the Animal Collection. Daum continues to pay tribute to the…
India’s leading design and build company, Design Deconstruct has unveiled a collection of luxury bathrooms that elegantly combine interesting and stand-out features with a relaxing atmosphere. A blend of luxurious marbles, wood and wallpapers is employed to create beautiful and rejuvenating bathrooms that surprise with some dramatic design features – bold artworks, modern lights, ornate mirrors, and other exquisite details. Gorgeously veined natural stone is used to evoke a dramatic, yet serene environment in this bathroom. Metallic finishes add a luxe touch. A quirky and bold artwork is the highlight of this bathroom. By matching the shades of the artwork…
A name to reckon with internationally when it comes to high quality furnishing fabrics, Clarke & Clarke has launched a new collection of textiles for interiors, Bohemia, available at Maishaa. It is an enthralling collection that brings contemporary boho chic to your home. Enchanting printed patterns in delightful shades define the Bohemia Collection. A modern take on the Bohemian style gives rise to contemporary charm. The four decorative print designs showcase detailed patterns with playful colours. Fashion-led tones of Coral, Ochre & Blush are teamed with refreshing shades of Teal, Charcoal & Mineral to evoke a calm and relaxed vibe.…
A name to reckon with internationally when it comes to high quality furnishing fabrics, Clarke & Clarke has launched Diffusion, a collection of woven jacquard fabrics that bring a rich decorative element to your spaces. They are available at Maishaa. An exciting new print and weave technique creates this beautiful range of timeless woven jacquards. Subtle hues and textures denote diffusion-like patterns. Interesting silhouettes create six captivating designs including hazy floral, organic marble effects, lustrous stripe and soft geometrics. Elegant hues of silver, ivory, midnight and kingfisher bring subtlety, while the textures add hints of ornamental flair. The overall sophisticated…
Rakhee Bedi is a founding principal at Rakhee Shobhit Design Associates which is a multidisciplinary design firm delivering architecture, interior design and strategic services across India based in Gurgaon. In over more than 15 years, she has successfully designed and executed a diverse range of architectural and interior design projects in distinct fields of architecture. After completing her schooling from Loreto Convent, she followed her passion of creating beautiful spaces with happy memories by pursuing architecture. With a constant quest to learn and evolve with each project equips the practice with the skills necessary to deliver an enduring level of…
Since 1878, Daum, the legendary glassmaker master, has kept alive a love relationship with the greatest artists of its time, giving their work of art a second life of crystal and colours. From the Ecole de Nancy, from Art Nouveau to Art Decoratif, from Majorelle to Dali, Arman and Hilton McConnico, Daum has not missed any of the magic rendezvous of the artistic creation and modern savoir-faire, which has always renewed the alliance of art and art craft. Few brands have worked with as many artists: for nearly 140 years, more than 350 exceptional signatures have constituted a heritage beyond…
Renowned for their bespoke furniture and accessories, and luxurious and elaborately designed interiors, Beyond Designs has unveiled a collection of exquisitely detailed classic-contemporary lounge spaces Staying true to its design philosophy of intricately designed contemporary spaces that boast rich classical details, Beyond Designs uncovers TV lounge rooms that impress with their elegant design. Part of homes that showcase a palatial environment, the TV lounges are steeped in opulent design features. Furniture with ornate details, along with the vintage floral fabric of the sofa, and the antique artwork, bring a certain old-world charm. The leather cabinet is a classy addition to…
How do you describe your journey in this male-dominated industry? Though statistically it is a male dominated industry, I never felt it was extra challenging or overwhelming being a woman. This is the field that I love and it ignites my grey cells fully. Although the overall journey has been challenging and enriching at the same time, there was never a moment where I felt disadvantaged of being a women in this field. Who has been your inspiration in the process of your entire career? I am inspired by the works of Patricia Urquiola, Kelly Wreastler. Both are amazing designers…
