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The city of Paris evokes a multitude of emotions. Glittering clues of luxury. Remnants of history. And above all, it is a monolith of the eternal spirit of art, design and culture. With Maison&Objet, the renowned design fair, all of this and more takes the centre stage. With ELLE DECOR India, peruse through the latest […]
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After spending exactly 24 hours at the TAB | TAB QUARTZ plant at Hosur, I’m surprised to report that I am not writing about stone. Dealing in granite, marble, slate, quartzite, sandstone, limestone and quartz-engineered stone, TAB has been instrumental in building edifices across the globe. I was aware of Bijoy Ramachandran’s (partner at Hundredhands […]
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It’s a short flight followed by a long but quite a beautiful drive to Coco Shambhala. We’re hungry and parched. There’s a table laden with food, a view of the sea and you hurriedly chomp down whatever comes your way. Colourful koshimbir, local millet bhakris, a rather interesting lemonade infused with exceptionally aromatic and tender […]
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Produced by Mrudul Pathak Kundu A tropical forest envelopes us as we step into Gopin, an exquisite villa located on the outskirts of Surat. Situated next to the bank of river Tapi, the precinct teases us with its built forms meandering within and beyond dense foliage. A labour of love and lasting friendship, Hiren Patel, […]
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Not all great designs may have a great story. With that thought, writing its story then seems counterproductive, doesn’t it? But it’s not. Because nothing about Samira Rathod is conventional. Perhaps, the only predictable thing is that you’ll be blown away at some point or another. For me, that happened when she mentioned that her […]
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Their most ambitious project was also their greatest challenge. It isn’t just MuseLAB’s largest so far, but also their first of its kind. The homeowners wanted a Spanish Hacienda, it was going to be their first home but with vacation vibes. All while adhering to the principles of Manaiyadi Shastram, an ancient science that is […]
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At a distance, a dolphin is porpoising in the sea. Closer to the shore a few dogs play ‘catch’ with the waves. My line of vision is led by the infinity pool back onto the lawn at Ahilya by the Sea. And on my table, I cannot help but steal a glance at the bluish-green […]
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The accent is many things. Often, it is charming and alluring. Or it can be funny and twisted. At times a mix of everything and more. At Indian Accent, this rhythm of speech speaks the language of gastronomic ingenuity. It got our tongues rolling and palates spiralling, with elements of surprise punctuating every course when […]
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October unveils its grandest spectacle – evening skies awash in hues of neon. Marking a pause and a moment to hit reset, hot orange is your cue to embrace the magic. Trend and Style Direction by Yashika Punjabee, Styling assistant Juhi Agarwal The Inspiration The unstoppable surge of energy with the zest of sun kissed […]
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Here’s the thing about siblings, they could be best friends or arch rivals, but there’s nothing that a pair of resolute siblings cannot accomplish, all with a story to tell. Three decades ago, Vishakha Dholakia’s elder sister, who was studying medicine at the time, remarked that her younger sibling should study architecture. Because “she looked […]
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Disconnecting from work or taking a long hiatus has often proved counterproductive for me. Because often, I require nothing more than a pen and paper to embark on fresh endeavours or seamlessly pick up where I last left off at my workstation. Consequently, the prospect of my journey to the paradisiacal Four Seasons’ islands in […]
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We’re no strangers to The Busride’s rather interesting (unconventional) perspectives — nostalgic, familiar yet futuristic. At CIRQA as the name suggests, their brief entailed recreating a time travel experience that evoked Bombay of yesteryears. But instead of delving into nostalgia of the past, CIRQA’s interpretation goes beyond the confines of time. “We made sure that […]
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After creating many landmark moments for the country, Sabyasachi Calcutta opens doors to their largest flagship store. Sprawling over 25,862 sq ft within the CP Fort Heritage Building in Mumbai, a Grade II A heritage structure, it probes a larger discussion on the perception of history and our cultural aspirations for the future. Within […]
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Wizards of objects. A unique lens to materiality. And a global perspective to India’s artisanal heritage. æquō’s first group show is surprisingly homogenous given the disparate practices and craftspeople that have joined forces to create Kothi. In a conversation with Florence Louisy, Creative Director, æquō and the curator of Kothi, we deep dive into the […]
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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 […]
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Dressed in a delectable palette of natural light and monochromes, Brassa pays homage to its city of Bengaluru in multiple ways. Envisaged by Shruti Jaipuria of MAIA Design Studio, the 2,500 sq ft restobar metaphors and binds together three entities that make the metropolitan an enviable locale for urban living—the city’s amicable weather, parks and […]
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In a truly bespoke Jaipur-based home by Shantanu Garg lies a multitude of ideas and learnings that offer many readings of modern Indian design by challenging the notion of Indianness beyond ornamentation and ethnicity. Embodying the idea of India Modern for the palatial abode spanning 25,000 sq ft and 10 bedrooms, the designer explains, “I’ve […]
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Translating to a small chariot, the Gudliya Suite within the Jaipur City Palace walls once housed the royal zenana. With the passage of time it played host to guests of the royal family till it opened doors to civilians who can experience a slice of history as the suite is now listed on Airbnb. It […]
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Crafts and cultures of the east coast meet the west facing waters of Navi Mumbai in this home designed for a young couple from Bhubaneshwar. Mirroring metaphor of the seas and skies, this 810 sq ft tranquil home churns aspirations of the homeowners’ first abode into a timeless haven. “The clients who are in their […]
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Drawing from the city of Nizams, Sona Reddy brings to life heritage, craftsmanship and history in the palatial space that sprawls across 3,525 sq ft for Anushree Reddy’s flagship store in Hyderabad. Encompassing four floors with a view of Kasu Brahmananda Reddy Park on each level, this is the third and the largest store that […]
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Framing picturesque views of the Mahisagar river in Kotna village, Vadodara, Alter Architects have designed this farm house to celebrate its stunning precinct and lush outdoors. Built as a second home, its dwellers aspired for a minimal, elegant and relaxing home that established a strong connection with nature. Chitra Sindhkar, principal designer at Alter Architects […]
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