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When in Paris, do as Parisians do! Experience the art of French opulence as ELLE DECOR India curates a list of must-visit restaurants and bars in Paris for you to explore after a day well-spent at the Maison&Object 2025 design week. If you go by the calendar, another edition of the design week is set […]
In a vibrant celebration of Women’s Day, MillerKnoll India turned the spotlight on their remarkable women, engaging in profound discussions that unveiled stories of resilience, leadership and transformative growth. These dialogues were a deep dive into the lives, challenges and triumphs of the women who are integral to the company’s success, highlighting the organisation’s commitment […]
Life is too short for boring tableware. Picture this, piping hot coffee in a handcrafted mug with curves and dents adding a smile to your mornings. Or perhaps, a striking glazed bowl with playful organic edges that become the life of your soirees. And why leave our furry companions behind? They too deserve to dine […]
A stage is sacred to a performer — it is an entity shaping a multiplicity of emotions. However, when the theatre itself is as famed as Natrani in Ahmedabad, how can the platform for performance share its grand values? Carrying the memory of its seven lives in the Red Cedar wood sprung stage constructed by […]
The Park Elle Decor Student Contest is an enterprising, socially and environmentally conscious design-led initiative of ELLE DECOR India in collaboration with The Park Hotels. In its 11th year now, the primary goal of the contest is to recognise and promote the upcoming talents in design school to think out and beyond the box. This […]
Raw and unfiltered, cement courses on the walls in unruly textures. There is a sudden overwhelming urge to graze your fingertips over it. Fighting it, you steer away to the centre of the space. As you stand under the colossal ceiling, amongst 15 ft tall arched windows and regal pillars, unknowing of their European roots, […]
As mercury soars in Milan, we know it is time. Time to immerse into art, designs, ideas, innovation and endless fanfare. From 17th to 23rd April, the city with its rich heritage transforms to a melting pot of international cultural exchanges. ELLE DECOR India brings you the ultimate last-minute guide to check off your to-do […]
Multi-seed’s latest offering in the developing Pal district in Surat, could well be a metaphor for a theatre where food embodies the actor and the restaurant its setting. Manifested by the need for minimalist design, Churn’d by Neogenesis+Studi0261 uses muted palette with a spot of red to abridge the design aesthetic with the brief provided […]
Situated in the village of Moira in northern Goa, Nikhil Padgaonkar designed his residence—House 430/3—in a way that it sits on one end of a hill and offers a panoramic view of the 380-year-old Church of Moira and the fields and river beyond. It was built between 2015 and 2018, with the help of 3D […]
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There are very few common languages people across the world understand, and the most widely spoken is the language of art and food. The leading luxury lifestyle label The Plated Project has released their limited edition series ‘Past.Present.Future’ that aims to preserve traditional art by making it relevant to contemporary lifestyles through innovative designs. Starting […]
Sohra, or Cherrapunji, hidden in the ancient hills of Meghalaya is a place of stories and legends. The ancestral land of the Khasis and serenaded by thundering waterfalls, the region enfolds its inhabitants in mist-shrouded secrets and folk tales. Sai Hun Lang’s own heritage is entwined with this tranquil corner of north-east India and when […]
Outlining the monotonic rhythm, the 1,000 sq ft Adam Home in Andheri, Mumbai models functionality and austere colours to create the perfect blend of visual interests. Crafted by principal architect Vibha Saraf of Vcreate Designs, the abode is layered with a deep material palette and celebrates the homeowners’ distinct personalities. “While doing up a monochromatic […]
Your home’s decor tells the story of you, so, what’s your story? Are you an intellectual art connoisseur or a socialite who loves to throw a house party ever so often? In the pursuit of finding the perfect furniture for your homes, take cues from the Master Furniture Collection 2022 from the house of Asian […]
Helmed by Kavan Shah of Kavan Shah Design Studio, this 2,500 sq ft home in Juhu, Mumbai is a culmination of an everlasting and uninhibited dialogue with the urban dwellers and a journey into their reminiscences and aspirations. “The idea of creating an intentionally incomplete interior, which has been the guiding light for this project. […]
“I’ve always been interested in how people live within a space. Where do they start their day, read a book, or entertain friends and family? Allowing someone to function with ease brings me joy. And ultimately, it is about discovering and celebrating our clients personal style,” discusses Nicole Hogarty. Inspired by classical Greek architecture, the […]
Art is longing. You never arrive, but you keep going in the hope that you will. Written by the German painter and sculptor Anselm Kiefer, I read and repeat this quote over ten times, before every word absorbs into my intellect. The magic about the word ‘longing’ is wherever you see it, you’ll most likely […]
Ever since the advent of the moving image, architecture has found multiple roles in cinema. From establishing aesthetics and time periods to critiquing society and illustrating metaphors, cinema manoeuvres architecture in myriad ways as means of visual storytelling. But what happens when the roles are reversed and the architect dons cinematic hats? Meet the Cool […]
Ideas don’t happen in isolation. You must embrace the opportunities to broadcast and refine your ideas through the energy of those around you. From fabrics to food, everything requires a new idea to sustain the changes taking place. So, when two design powerhouses—Atmosphere and Pollack Associates unveiled a textile collection together for the first time […]
Beyond the objects and pieces that make a house snug, it is the tactility and little touches that encompass the true sentiment of a home. And encircling all its tangible goodness with the casual ease of a loved and lived-in home, Sarita Handa takes a leaf out of the past to make way for the […]
A window to the past and perhaps direction to the future—heritage is a matter of pride as well as great responsibility. Take the case of India, with a history as rich and diverse, heritage has always played an important role in the realm of culture and crafts. Keeping alive traditions with a sharp vision for […]
What would be your thoughts if your immediate neighbourhood is bounty of nature and lush landscape? Expressions of tranquillity and calm are sure to be the first thoughts popping up. Bringing a similar notion to existence is this home in Surat by EssTeam. Quiet and relaxed, just like its name, the Niraant House is designed […]
Not very often do we come across a house that does not overpower its own elements, and radiates calm to the user in the simplest ways possible. And like they say “if the mother is happy, the child is also born happy”, so was the case for Nishita Kamdar while designing this house. As a result, […]
The Estate de Frangipani is a sprawling 7413 sq ft private luxury property in Bardez, Goa. Founded by Dhimaan Shah and Nibhrant Shah, Isprava stands upright to show how a home can become a coherent fabric of design styles, blurring lines of distinction and welcoming nature in. Adhering to the fact that Isprava is a […]
The kitchen traditionally serves as the engine room of the home. Often referred to as the heart and soul—no matter its magnitude, theme or layout, the culinary space is slowly becoming much more. Functioning as an intimate gathering space, it brings an extra spot for the clan to reconnect, catch up, socialise and of course […]
Designed by Rakeshh Jeswaani Interior Architects, this 6,500 sq ft Mumbai home in Worli does not subscribe to any theme or concept. Each space has its own story—bringing forth an amalgamation of co-habiting areas that do not exist to compete but instead work to complete the home. Rakeshh reveals, “We decided at the start that […]
Monumental pavilions, red carpets, glimmering glasses of bubbly and in the company of luxury world’s beau monds—the 10th edition of India’s best luxury design week in New Delhi reignited the dialogue on hot and haute trends, profound discussions and showcases, spelling a spectacle of the year! Back on ground after two years, India Design ID 2022 showcased latest product […]
Your job is complex, detailed, and highly technical. You create intricate designs where every line matter, and you often need to print and share hard copies of these designs with your stakeholders. Unfortunately, every time you print one of your designs your generic large format printer creates problems. It’s slow, it’s hard to work, and […]
Following the pomp of the seventh edition of the Dubai Design Week, H&H launched Dubai’s first permanent collectable design gallery and a global online design platform—Gallery COLLECTIONAL. Making the event even more starry was an exclusive commission by Dutch designer Sabine Marcelis. Christened ‘The Shape of Things To Come’, the exhibition subtly hints at opening […]
The challenges of the last two years have accelerated workplace change. Further shifts are on the horizon too. What, then, does the future of work look like and how can we cater for it? These are the questions that are constantly considered at Herman Miller, which led them to create Work, Redefined–The Design Challenge 2021. […]
Produced by Sonia Dutt The earth has yet again orbited around the sun, in other words, another year has gone by! Here’s a little perspective—are new beginnings linear or are they a cycle of learning and unlearning? With that musing on our minds, after everything that the pandemic has taught us over the last two […]
Marking a momentous anniversary of Coca Cola’s 1971 Harmony ad campaign, Coca Cola introduces The 1971 Unity Collection. But what we love the most is that SMEG, the expert name behind crafting a wide variety of made-in-Italy home appliances, joins hands with the brand to launch its special, limited edition SMEG FAB Refrigerators. The perfect […]
You are only as good as your tools — and that includes your printer too. With the right printer, you can bring your detailed designs to life, accurately showcase your visions, and drive your business forward. To help you pick the right tool, let’s take a minute to explore the differences between generic printers and […]
Ayush Choudhary’s Cocoon Fine Rugs has long been a forerunner of rug design in India. In collaboration with reD Architects, the duo bring forth a limited edition of rugs, christened .DWG Dossier. The collaboration, most of all, is a medley of the core ideas of Cocoon Fine Rugs and reD Architects. It jointly represents their […]
What connoisseurs look forward to from a restaurant experience boils down to good food with great ambience, and attractive interiors. The foundation of a restaurant’s design is built on its concept—from the colour scheme to furniture choices, its aesthetics drive the restaurant’s footfall. Another modern-day necessity stems from the obsession of the millennials with Instagram-worthy […]
A layout geared towards keeping conversations flowing, a brick wall of some sort and quirky accessories—these are the hallmarks of your regular neighbourhood coffee shop. While it sounds standard for a cafe, that’s not what the folks at Soros Coffee wanted. They wanted the space to look at once transposed in a different time and […]
Breaking stereotypes of a quintessential jewellery store design, Cochin Creative Collective have crafted Pure Allure in a raw concrete finish, emanating a mystic vibe. Located in a residential area of Cochin, it is spread across a humble and quaint 650 sq ft area. Principal architects and founding partners Lijo John Mathew and Madhushitha Aravind along […]
Portraying creativity and multiple aesthetic expressions into practical designs, Mansi Sethna Pandey of The Design House Company has successfully executed a breathtaking spectacle. Spread across 750 sq. ft, this apartment called Beach House is equal parts functional and beautiful. The airy and open abode is aimed at creating a natural and organic space to optimise utility underlined […]
Chumbak—the globally inspired lifestyle brand was born out of its founders Shubhra and Vivek’s love for travel and collecting memorabilia. Much like their bespoke works, co-founder, director—product and design, Shubhra Chadda, remodelled their abode into a home that is equal parts joyous and uplifting. Located in Bangalore’s Indiranagar, the 2,000 sq ft home for the […]
