Living room trends this year prioritise comfort, individuality, and artistry. From chunky armed sofas to kidney-shaped marble pieces, take your pick

Living room trends this year prioritise comfort, individuality, and artistry. From chunky armed sofas to kidney-shaped marble pieces, take your pick

Living rooms have evolved into more than just gathering spaces. With furniture taking centrestage, the arrangement of the same is a perfect way for you to convey your style. As we explored Design Mumbai and Design Delhi, we identified key trends that will transform interiors in the coming year. 1. The curved sofa Soft curves … Read more

When architects turn product designers, there is the interplay of form, function and context. A look at five such brands from across India

When architects turn product designers, there is the interplay of form, function and context. A look at five such brands from across India

With rising disposable incomes, homeowners today desire unique art furniture pieces that can be a value addition to the home, going beyond utilitarian design. At India Design ID in New Delhi last month, 45 chairs were showcased, ranging from sensible to outrageous. Charles Eames, Frank Lloyd Wright and Le Corbusier were all world-famous architects who … Read more

Jodhpur-based furniture and décor brand Traditional Handicraft Centre finds meaning in upcycling wood collected from across the country

Jodhpur-based furniture and décor brand Traditional Handicraft Centre finds meaning in upcycling wood collected from across the country

Furniture and antique brand Traditional Handicraft Centre (THC) in Jodhpur started three generations ago because of a unique fascination. “My grandfather used to collect old arms and ammunition and sell them to galleries and other collectors. Slowly this evolved into dealing in antiques and from there we transitioned to manufacturing and exporting handicrafts,” says third-generation … Read more

The 82-year-old Swedish multinational furniture company and home furnishings retailer, IKEA, in New Delhi now

The 82-year-old Swedish multinational furniture company and home furnishings retailer, IKEA, in New Delhi now

The 82-year-old Swedish multinational furniture company and home furnishings retailer, IKEA, had studied Delhi’s diversity and consumer behaviour for the past four years before stepping in with e-commerce from March 1. North India is the country’s largest home furnishing market. “The e-commerce approach first helps us to reach more customers faster and also understand their … Read more

Chair gazing

Chair gazing

Minimalist architect Mies van der Rohe went so far as to say, “A chair is a very difficult object. A skyscraper is almost easier.” We can’t be so sure about that, but it does draw attention to how designing seating has always called for extraordinary rigour, whether painstakingly methodical or purposely frivolous, balancing material and … Read more

Massive fire engulfs furniture shop in Uttar Pradesh’s Kanpur; no casualties

Massive fire engulfs furniture shop in Uttar Pradesh’s Kanpur; no casualties

A massive fire broke out at a furniture shop located at the Bhadoria Chauraha under the Sisamau police station area of Kanpur district, said an official on Thursday. Kanpur Chief Fire Officer (CFO) Deepak Kumar spoke to ANI about the incident and said, “A major fire broke out in a furniture market. The flames were … Read more

A cultural fusion

A cultural fusion

Luxury home design is a celebration of cultural diversity, where traditional elements from different parts of the world are seamlessly integrated into contemporary settings. This fusion can be witnessed through the choice of materials, architectural styles, and interior décor. Japandi, a style that has recently gained popularity, is a subtle blend of Japanese and Scandinavian … Read more