From Boston to Mohali!

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Hospitality Special

By Rutvi Ashar

Photography: Ar. Purnesh Dev Nikhanj; courtesy Studio Ardete

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Cafés all around the world aim to please the customer sensorium. Studio Ardete focuses on exactly this to create an urban café, Boston Bites, a thematic experience of the Boston streetscape in Mohali. 

The insatiably curious Krupa Zubin and Zubin Zainuddin

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Whether in their work or home life, it’s all about details for this architect couple, who believes in creating personal spaces that are so inspirational that you never feel like leaving. 

The interconnected life of Brinda and Alfaz Miller

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The bond between the artist and her architect husband is a meeting of two creative minds, fuelled by the enriching crosscurrents of drastically different personalities.

Editor’s Choice – from the bouquet 2018!

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By Savitha Hira

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Interacting with design stories day-in and day-out leaves a residual impact on one’s thought processes. Join me in sifting out some profound take-aways from our bouquet of 2018!

Showstoppers 2018!

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By Savitha Hira

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As the year draws to a close, we look back at the most-heart-warming, most-empathised-with, most-exhilarating of the 338 stories that we've brought to you all through the year 2018...

Brinda Somaya: a woman for all seasons!

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The ease with which Brinda Somaya aligns her personal and professional life is enviable. 

The inimitably stylish Sanjay Puri

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A look at the life and style of the award-winning architect Sanjay Puri reveals a passion for fashion, his profession and a certain country revered for its style! 

The traditional touch

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Pre-Diwali Special 2018: Ideas you can use 

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Photography: courtesy world wide web

Take pride in the diversity of our Indian culture by adding traditional elements to bring out the true meaning of Diwali…

Studied flamboyance!

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Pre-Diwali Special 2018: Ideas you can use 

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Photography: courtesy KNS Architects

Introduce your guests to some carefully crafted chic, as you splurge on that pièce de résistance you always had your eye on... or create a focal point with what you possess; or decide to finally take out your long-held treasures from your showcase and use them! 

Let colour guide your style

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Pre-Diwali Special 2018: Ideas you can use 

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Photography: courtesy world wide web

Colour can at times effect a more potent communiqué than words! We bring you six sizzling hot colours to choose from or maybe pick a shade from all and decorate your home with panache…

Relatable stories!

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Pre-Diwali Special 2018: Ideas you can use 

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Photography: Ravi Kanade; courtesy Abin Design Studio

Cheer your guests with relatable stories that weave a narrative from your life or enlighten them about personal nuggets that reflect the personality of your abode or intrigue them with an unusual materiality…

The frugal call!

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Pre-Diwali Special 2018: Ideas you can use 

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Photography: Courtesy world wide web

If you want to savour every bit of the festivities without breaking the bank, then our frugal ideas should do the trick…Happy Diwali!

in Candid Conversation with

You’ve heard them speak about their work. Their work processes. The goals that drive them. Accolades, Awards… They seem to have it all – name, fame, the best of the world in their laps! But there is a large side to them that remains unexplored. That makes them who they are. 

Open-to-sky Spaces Special Issue

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By Vinita Wagh

Photography: Courtesy the designers

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Who doesn’t enjoy the simple pleasure that comes with a private outdoor space? At IAnD, ace correspondent Ar. Vinita Wagh curates a hands-on guide on treating your open-to-sky spaces by visiting the balconies, decks, swimming pool areas and gardens and terraces designed by five select designers, who have conceived versatile outdoor spaces to enhance everyday living…

Barefoot Luxury 2.0

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Open-to-sky Spaces Special

By Vinita Wagh

Photography: courtesy Z Z Architects

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You don’t need white sand, turquoise seas and tropical weather to unwind. These outdoor decks by ZZ Architects have got you covered.

High-spirited Escapades

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Open-to-sky Spaces Special

By Vinita Wagh

Renders: courtesy Mahesh Punjabi Associates

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These rooftop terraces by Mahesh Punjabi Associates harmoniously combine materials and elements to create a versatile backdrop for the outdoors.

Eclectic Allure

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Open-to-sky Spaces Special

By Vinita Wagh

Photography: courtesy The Orange Lane

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Shabnam Gupta of The Orange Lane enlivens the terrace of an artist's studio with delightful balance and much flair.

Urban Oasis

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Open-to-sky Spaces Special

By Vinita Wagh

Photography: Courtesy Studio Osmosis

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Studio Osmosis lends style, personality, and function to this balcony and terrace, creating refreshing spaces perfect for relaxing and entertaining.

The home with a heart and a soul

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Designer’s Personal Spaces 

By Marina Correa

Photography: Ravi Kanade; courtesy the firm

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Ar. Abin Choudhuri's home (inset) Ar. Abin Choudhuri

Architect Abin Chaudhuri’s home epitomizes the essence of the bond between his mother and his son, and effectively doubles up as a creative canvas for his artistically-inclined 10-year-old boy… 

The ‘human touch’ of design!

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Designer’s Personal Spaces 

By Archit Raj Thapar

Photography: Harsha Kataraia; courtesy the designer

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(inset) Designer Parag Ainchwar

Designer Parag Ainchwar from Cluster One Creative Solutions Pvt. Ltd. gives us a sneak peek into his newly refurbished home in Pune – a space that effectively synthesises his design sensibilities...