16 final shortlists from India at the WAF & INSIDE Festivals 2019!

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Compiled by Team IAnD

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In a global scenario, where “glocal” (global; yet, local) firmly anchors its fundamental place, Indian architecture is all set to grab eyeballs and leave its mark. 

Pool House: a getaway on the 7th floor!

By Marina Correa

Photography: Ishita Sitwala - The Fishy Project; courtesy the firm

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Pool House (inset)(l-r) Architects Chinmay Laiwala, Tarika Asarawala & Jigar Asarawala

Neogenesis+Studi0261 designs a plush weekend getaway in Surat, opening up the apartment to its highlight - an indoor lap pool right in the middle of the living area!

Will the biometric switch plate add a new dimension to home automation?

By Beverly Pereira

Photography: Paul Studio  

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Biometrics at home are shifting focus from security to convenience! Product designer Paul Sandip designs a sleek home automation switch plate with biometric access control for smart switches... 

Indulgent living!

By Ar. Vinita Wagh

Photography: Ravi Kanade; courtesy the architects

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Chennai Bungalow (inset) Hitesh Shahanand

For many people, luxury is beyond mere aesthetics; it is a lifestyle. HS Desiigns captures the essence of this term through the composition of this 5819 sq. ft. Chennai residence…

It’s all about the choreography of light!

By Ar. Shreya Kulkarni

Photography: Ravi Kanade, Shubham Photography; courtesy the architect

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Ar. Rajesh Patel designs a chic home for an elderly couple in South Mumbai, using simple design interventions, bespoke art and schematic lighting...