The installation | Photo Credit: Special arrangement What happens when a brand working in paint for years has to unveil the world’s largest architectural colour library? How does one represent 5,300 colours as a universe? When renowned architect and artist Suchi Reddy was confronted with this question by industry giant Asian Paints, her innovative and … Read more
Piano room | Photo Credit: Special arrangement How does one convert a standard beach house in Chennai into what is seemingly an English cottage and that too on a limited budget? And what if it is a rental property to boot, where major structural changes are not permitted? Interior designer Arti Muthiah seems to have … Read more
An enunciated pronunciation of the Sanskrit Om, luxury home and interiors boutique OMA opened doors in a three-storied Victorian building in Kolkata recently. Right next to a line of luxury boutiques featuring Ritu Kumar, Anita Dongre, Shantanu & Nikhil, it sits on the crossing of Elgin Road and Woodburn Park Road. OMA is on the … Read more
Rooshad Shroff’s latest collection, Balance, wasn’t meant to be one at all. “When we began with a single piece, a side table, back in 2021, it was a simple exploration of form,” says the Mumbai-based architect and designer, for whom working with furniture is more of an exercise to test ideas and crafts, than an endeavour … Read more
| Photo Credit: Special arrangement Vikram Goyal has always been synonymous with statement pieces — ranging from consoles to triptychs fashioned from brass. The large works are showcases for workmanship, design and engineering skill. Over the years he has honed techniques like repoussage and metal casting, pushing his designs to explore their technical limits. Vikram … Read more
Elaborate patterns of Rajput architecture | Photo Credit: Getty Images/istock From the intricate woodwork of Rajasthan to the terracotta artistry of Bengal, Indian architectural elements are deeply influenced by regional crafts and historical dynasties, creating spaces that are both beautiful and culturally meaningful. The magic of design also lies in its ability to blend the … Read more
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
Pantone’s 2024 Colour of the Year warrants a ‘what were they thinking’ moment. Peach Fuzz is the most unfortunate name one could call a colour with ambitions to become the focal point of homes and walls for the next 12 months. Adding to the polarising effect: many on social media have already pronounced it boring. … Read more
As we bid farewell to another year, it’s time to reflect on the design trends that have shaped our living spaces. This year, the interior design scene witnessed a fascinating tug-of-war between two extremes: minimalism and maximalism. Both styles, with their contrasting aesthetics, have not only dominated homes but have also inspired designers to push … Read more
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