It’s rare for an architect to still remain involved in a project almost two years after the homeowners moved into the residence. But not Rajiv Saini. That he’s ensured a shipment of numerous artworks arrived in time for his visit, reminds me of the dialogue from the movie 2001: A Space Odyssey, “I’ve still got […]
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In the face of wilting hope and optimism, Sabyasachi Mukherjee digs into his bag of ingenious tricks to revive the human spirit for his third association with Asian Paints. The collaborators recently announced the launch of the Sabyasachi III, Heartland collection, which promises discerning homeowners a chance to move away from the abruptly stilled 2020 […]
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#EDBuzz: Offering the newest product designs and architectural musings that are revolutionising the Indian design scene—tune in for shopping ideas and inspiring creations. Plus, our specially curated edit of new releases! Editor’s pick Moody Blooms by artist, designer and former EDIDA India Designer of the Year Alex Davis are life-sized, sculptural works that convey the […]
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#EDBuzz: Offering the newest product designs and architectural musings that are revolutionising the Indian design scene—tune in for shopping ideas and inspiring creations. Plus, our specially curated edit of new releases! Add a splash of carefully curated whims and made with finesse accents to your space this balmy season. From the humble cane to the […]
#EDBuzz: Offering the finest and choicest product designs and architectural musings that are revolutionising the Indian design scene—tune in for shopping ideas and inspiring creations. Plus, our specially curated edit of new releases! Editor’s pick Designer Harshita Jhamtani reveals the Earth series of stoneware, which includes five clay table lamps in organic, nature-inspired forms. The […]
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To commemorate the magazine’s 20th anniversary, our Managing Editor Anamika Butalia spoke to the entire team and rounded up 20 of our favourite, most iconic products from across the world… Bernardaud We’re crushing on the French Maison’s In Bloom series by Zemer Peled (see scroll above) for its hand-painted azure prints that are seen on […]
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A conversation with Hannah Cecil Gurney, Director, De Gournay, as well as India Mahdavi has led to a discovery of a sublime wallpaper, inspired by the French designer’s rich heritage. The EDIDA Interior Designer of the Year 2019 takes us through the process of creating ‘Abbãsi in the Sky’, which takes cues from the Persian […]
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It was on a crisp winter morning in Paris—back in January 2020—when the first look of the Passifolia tableware series was unveiled by Hermès. I remember enjoying the short walk to La Gaîté Lyrique, where the event was being held. I was expecting a straightforward launch of this ceramic collection, maybe a couple of toasts […]
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Since joining Kohler in 2012 as managing director for the company’s operations in India and Sub Saharan Africa, Salil Sadanandan’s role has grown in leaps and bounds. He currently serves as President for the company’s Kitchen and Bath verticals and overlooks operations in South Asia, Middle East and Sub Saharan Africa. In a freewheeling chat, […]
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For someone in the world of publishing or graphic design, the term ‘serif’ points to a font. It’s the slight projections at the edge of letters in certain typefaces. Most intriguing is how this tiny protrusion has led to not just the inspiration but also the moniker for Samsung’s newest product—the Serif TV—whose silhouette resembles […]
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Since Visionnaire’s inception in 2004, its Art Director, Eleonore Cavalli has emphasised the brand’s inclination towards art and art forms, excellence in craftsmanship and the superior production that Italian ateliers are known for. In this exclusive conversation with ELLE DECOR India, the multifaceted honcho articulates the story behind Beauty 2020 collection, the Italian label’s newest […]
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The first site visit to this nine-acre plot took place almost 15 years ago, recalls Puran Kumar of Studio PKA. He says, “I remember we practically hiked up a dirt road and found ourselves on a hill overlooking Pavana Lake. It had—and still continues to have—an unobstructed view of the lake, the dam and the […]
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On a cool Mumbai winter morning, the entire team is working on a production plan that’s been discussed, adjusted and aligned for over three weeks. After a quick debrief around 12 noon, we go five minutes away to Kangana Ranaut’s home, where she is to choose ensembles for the shoot at her European styled studio, […]
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In the wake of India’s 21 day lockdown, art aficionado and founder of Space 118 Studios in Mumbai, Saloni Doshi began an intriguing series of artists to look out for. Her journey into the arts is quite intriguing: She studied at the London School of Economics and worked in the media world before following her […]
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Since its founding in 1978, Versace has—like its Greek mythology inspired logo—proven to be irresistible for its ‘more is more’ approach. The house forayed into homeware in 1992 with fabrics before moving on to porcelain dinnerware in collaboration with Rosenthal, and eventually everything—from luxury furniture lines to lighting . In 1994, the Vanitas chair, the […]
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A little over three years after the Masque restaurant opened in Mumbai, Aditi Dugar and Chef Prateek Sadhu unveil a novel concept. The duo presents a 1,100 sq ft space for developing newer recipes, flavours and methods of fermentation, pickling, etc. “That’s how we arrived at its name—Masque Lab is a laboratory for experiments,” says […]
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Circa 1982, the first ever decor accessory made by Giorgio Armani—the Logo lamp—was introduced at the brand’s office in Italy. But it wasn’t until 2000 that Armani/Casa came into being and opened its flagship store in Milan, the fashion and furnishings capital of the world. Seeing how well received the concept was, within a year, […]
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It all began with a Christmas gift he received as a young lad. Wandering in a complex world in search of meaning and a sense of identity, receiving Frank Lloyd Wright’s The Natural House from an aunt changed everything. “I’d never read a book cover to cover before,” says Christopher Charles Benninger, “When I finished […]
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What’s the pressing need of the hour in architecture today? Which architectural trends are going to take the world by storm? Must we follow trends at all? What is the mainstay interior architecture today? How must we design? Shouldn’t we have established a distinct Indian architectural style? “‘The greenest building is one that already exists’ […]
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