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Ottimo, a design studio for Indo-Italian furniture and interiors, has brought to India a new kitchen collection by Aster Cucine titled, ‘Avenue’. A contemporary kitchen that straddles different times, Avenue defines a celebration of cultures. The Avenue kitchen is a meeting point for the past and future. It pays homage to the luxurious splendor of the Avenue des Champs-Élysées in Paris by recreating the same sumptuous feel. It is a confluence of thousands of stories and scenarios that depict love and passion. With such a glorious concept in mind, “Avenue” is designed to awaken the senses with its classic elegance.…
Ashley Furniture Home Store unveils a new collection of sofas that promise to introduce a charming vintage vibe into your modern contemporary spaces. They are brought to India by Dash Square. A mix of styles and textures creates plentiful of visual interest in any interior set-up. And these vintage-inspired pieces never go out of trend. With their weathered, rustic look, the new sofas, allow you to add that much-needed extra chicness and warmth to your contemporary space. Arroyo Sofa For a fresh spot in your space, turn to this designer sofa. This invigorating piece breathes warmth into your home with…
Alan George Joseph, alumni of Avani Institute of Design, Kozhikode has won the Council of Architecture (COA) National Awards for Excellence in Architectural Thesis 2021. The final year Thesis was titled ‘Punarjeevanam’ – Regeneration of the indigenous tribes in Wayanad, through a locally sourced participatory design approach. The award was announced on Saturday, 26th February 2022 by Ar. Habib Khan (President, Council of Architecture) during the 76th Council meeting and Awards Declaration Function 2021.The project aims in building community resilience and regeneration of the dying tribal groups through a community inclusive design, empowering their vernacular from getting endangered. With a…
What do you have to say about the evolving trends and technologies in the modular kitchen space? In the near future, modular Kitchens are going to be the norm for luxury home interiors. The making process involves the finishing and precision which is ultimately superior as opposed to handmade furnitures and it has been done using the best technical machinery. Looking at this industry in the next 5-10 years, neo classical and ultra-modern straight lines will be the trend and our creative teams are working on concepts which can define that path.How have things changed design wise and technically in…
What do you have the say about the current scenario of the air-conditioning industry in India? The demand-supply ratio statistics? While the second wave of the pandemic interrupted recovery during the last summer season, it had a lesser impact on the supply side. The industry was saddled with inventory since the second wave happened in the high summer season, for second year in a row. Post which, consumer demand continued to gradually recover as the lockdowns imposed were only state-wide as against national lockdowns that happened during the first wave. As the situation improved, the summer season was already over,…
Beyond Designs Home has launched a collection of charming and functional accessories that help you bring a bit of colour and artistic flair to your bathrooms. Accessorise your bathroom using beautiful functional pieces that also introduce a sense of design and style. The collection comprises of soap dispensers, tissue holders, cotton boxes, trash bins and trays of various sizes and shapes. Made of metal, they have pretty vintage imagery of florals, vines and birds painted on them. A touch of dull gold brings a quaint luxe element to your bathrooms. When used as a set, the accessories help you create…
Ottimo launches in India a new collection of wardrobes – Belt – by the Italian luxury brand CPRN Homood. A horizontal belt-like detail in a contrasting shade is the defining feature of this imposing collection of wardrobes. A sleek and clean metal profile sports horizontal strips in various materials allowing multiple aesthetic variations with the Belt wardrobes. The belt-like feature adds dynamism and movement to the elegant structure. The two- and three-door wardrobes come with sliding options, while the six- and eight-door wardrobes feature hinged mechanism. Sliding three-door wardrobe: Metal doors finished in Moka feature glossy detail of back-lacquered glass.…
How do you describe your journey in this male-dominated industry? I’d say it’s been smooth. I’ve always experienced respect from my male counterparts. Even though there are fewer women in the industry, this has always been a balanced platform, where opinions have been respected and responsibilities are equal. Who has been your inspiration in the process of your entire career? There’s no single inspiration for my entire career. While studying architecture, I was always inspired by architects like Eero Saarinen and Santiago Calatrava who have always challenged the normal and have created their own distinct style. A woman who comes…
How do you describe your journey in Vanbros? Your thoughts about Vanbros inception and being a part of a company like Vanbros? It’s a family business that has been passed down through numerous generations, and we as children have grown up seeing this and learning the value of ethics from our fathers and grandfathers. Now our learnings are starting to come into play, and it’s magnificent to be a part of it. I have been a witness to the work being done at the factory and the sites all my life and making my understanding very in-depth realising what I…
IKEA (part of Ingka Group), the world’s leading Swedish home furnishings retailer, today announced the appointment of Susanne Pulverer as its new and first woman Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO), for its India business. Susanne, an experienced IKEA leader takes over from the outgoing India CEO Peter Betzel, who will move on to his next assignment within the IKEA Group. Prior to her role as IKEA India CEO and CSO, Susanne Pulverer held the position of Group Business Risk and Compliance Manager at the Ingka group. Susanne joined IKEA in 1997 and has worked across different…