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Inspired by Aranyani, the forest goddess of the Rigveda, one of ancient India’s sacred texts, the Aranyani Pavilion deepens the public’s connection to nature and advances urgent conversations around ecology. Aranyani launches one of South Asia’s most ambitious ecological art and architecture pavilions at Sunder Nursery in New Delhi, opening Wednesday, 4th February 2026. Founded by […]
This residence in Bhooja, Hyderabad imagines a soft, light-filled retreat where contemporary living meets the quiet elegance of classical detailing with Indian ornamentation. The designers build the scheme around a palette of layered neutrals—taupe, sand, muted sage, and dove grey—to create an atmosphere of calm and effortless warmth. Sunlight becomes a central design material, filtering […]
While the discipline of architecture is touted for giving brick-and-mortar meaning, the people who dwell within its walls give it a sense of belonging. Due to its scenic coordinates along Kanathur Beach’s coastline, Villa Del Sol’s history has witnessed many a transition. A coveted set location in Madras, the villa posed as a morphing mise-en-scène […]
Its people design the house as a reflection of themselves, shaping its spaces through patterns of use, memory, and daily life. The design avoids prescriptive planning, instead allowing flexibility layout and adaptability so the home can evolve with the family over time. The intent was to create an accommodative and non-restrictive environment, where spatial openness […]
Stone archways worn smooth by decades of sun. Wooden ceiling beams darkened with age. Terracotta floors that hold the cool of the earth long after midday heat peaks. These are not just architectural details — they are the reason people fall in love with Mediterranean villas in the first place. Yet the same qualities that […]
On large job sites, small water problems rarely stay small. A dusty access road slows vehicles. A dry work zone creates safety risks. A lack of reliable water delays cleaning, compaction, or equipment cooling. Before long, productivity drops and frustration rises. Most site managers don’t struggle because they lack effort. They struggle because water management […]
This Keynote by Chitra Vishwanath, founder of Biome Environmental Solutions, reflects on 35 years of architectural practice focused on sustainability. She highlights how her firm tackled small plots, tight budgets, and big ecological ideas, particularly in Bengaluru’s transformation into India’s Silicon Valley. Key aspects of Biome’s approach include: Cost-Effective and Ecological Construction: Vishwanath emphasizes that […]
Successful remodels aren’t defined by what happens on the jobsite—they’re defined by the choices made long before anyone picks up a hammer. Whether you’re a homeowner planning your first renovation or a design professional guiding clients through the process, the projects that go smoothly all have one thing in common: thoughtful, early planning. For homeowners, construction is often the most visible part of […]
Can a house feel as if it has always been there? At the end of the open fields, between the trees, under the blue skies, built out of the earth. Can a hotel home be like a verse, a philosophy, a way of life— of lyrical moments, poetic narratives, sensory experiences? This Hotel Home Is […]
Aastha Onyx – The Bark House is a thoughtfully curated residence where modern minimalism meets the warmth of natural textures. Designed around a clean design and neutral palette layered with wood, stone, and subtle contrasts, the home celebrates clean lines, understated luxury, and functional elegance. Each space reflects a careful balance of sophistication and comfort. […]