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

Woodworking’s fantastic four

Woodworking’s fantastic four

Prem Balasubramanian and Carola Winnie of Chennai-based furniture brand Madras Makers are in Mysuru, furnishing a house with fine woodwork. In Ahmedabad, production is in full swing at Dhruvkant Amin’s 35,000 sq. ft. workshop for his brand, Tectona Grandis. Further north, in Manesar (New Gurugram City), Hitesh Sharma and Avantika Oli of Solid Bench are … Read more

Organic shapes and red: 2024 design trends in Chennai

Organic shapes and red: 2024 design trends in Chennai

Last October, Adeline Graham’s love for Chennai, and her passion and commitment to interior design, marked her return to the city from Scotland. She stocked her new furniture and design store, Fern & Ade, with Scandinavian, French and European designs, integrating classic and contemporary styles with Parisian chic. The curated collection of high-end furniture, lighting … Read more

Inside Gen Z’s four walls

Inside Gen Z’s four walls

Did you know that: for 31% of Indians, their favourite pillow is the most important element that helps them sleep. For 50% of Indians, home is their favourite place to be; 56% of Indians say they’re planning to move next year; and 71% say they have a positive outlook about their future in the next … Read more

A sofa with a secret

A sofa with a secret

A Mumbai professional walks in for a Caffé Americano and walks out with a Chanterelle table made in solid walnut and chrome. This is a scene from the recently-opened Ligne Roset store in the country’s financial capital, where spur-of-the-moment purchases are not unusual, and a cafe adds just the right welcoming touch. The Chanterelle table … Read more