Mumbai’s Sassoon Dock is now a massive public art labyrinth
A few days ago, St+Art India Foundation and Asian Paints gave Mumbai’s Churchgate station a makeover, in the form of an iconic mural of Mahatma Gandhi. Hop into a cab and head a little further downtown, and you’ll be enveloped by their latest artistic venture, at the Sassoon Dock. Over the next two months, South […]
Meet the next generation of celebrated architecture firm Neterwala and Aibara
The destination for 29-year-old Zarir Aibara and Freeyan Neterwala, 36, may be the same, but their journeys so far have been as different as chalk and cheese. While the former worked in analytics and was keen on pursuing a career in finance, Freeyan was inclined towards the arts, the proof of which lies in her […]
Inside ZZ Architects’s quirky studio, work seems like play
Walk into Krupa and Zubin Zainuddin’s South Bombay office and you can’t help but notice something unusual – a carom board but with coins that are all squares. “It represents the dichotomy of living your life where you don’t know where it will all lead,” says Krupa. And similarly, each section is a reflection of […]
Tarun Tahiliani and 11 other creative stars on what “Made in India” means to them
Creative professionals from the world of design, art and fashion share their thoughts on “Made in India”, that bridges the gap between old and new techniques in the age of technology. TARUN TAHILIANI Independent fashion designer “To me it is a synthesis of being global, but thinking local. “Made in India” or as I […]
How protecting India’s craftsmen became Sarita Handa’s mission statement
Sarita Handa began in my grandmother’s house in 1992, with my mother’s love for textiles. As an army wife, she had travelled across the country gathering fabrics from hand-embroidered napkins to elaborate sarees. Her collection reflected her eye for detail and an understanding of the craft, leading Dad to invest all of his savings into […]
These charming boutique hotels are making local flavours hip again
We’d like to prolong our stay at these charming hotels displaying equal parts traditional and modern aesthetics. Featured in ELLE DECOR India, these projects showcase the “Made in India” philosophy by integrating native materials with local culture. Lakshman Sagar Resort, Pali Designed to give an authentic Rajasthani experience, the interiors are an amalgamation of materials like […]
6 stunning works that define Klove Studio’s ‘India cool’ aesthetic
I grew up in Haridwar at a time when it was filled with lush greenery, flowing rivers and small town charm. I remember the raw romantic beauty of 30 years ago often, and that kind of lifestyle is engraved in me, leading my designs to have an element of nostalgic India in them. My roots […]
The Park ELLE DECOR Student Contest jury on getting through their first jobs
To all the design students looking to make a mark in the industry, this is your chance! The 6th edition of the Park ELLE DECOR Student Contest introduces two new categories – Architecture and Interior Design – while giving the winners an opportunity to work with prominent design icons as well as showcase at India […]
Ayaz Basrai and celebrity chef Floyd Cardoz give Mumbai its first Goan fine-dine
When Floyd Cardoz launched Bombay Canteen in 2015, the Art Deco-inspired space serving up inventive Indian cuisine set a new bar for Mumbai’s nightlife. At O Pedro, his new Goan fine-dine where lesser-known treats from the Sunshine State challenge you to a new sensory experience, that bar has arguably been raised. The mission Cardoz set […]
6 exciting new designers on our radar
These upcoming names are making waves with their innovative creations with materials ranging from ceramic to cast iron, infusing traditional and modern styles. Get to know them before everybody else. KOY Pune-based Kunaal Kyhaan Seolekar’s collection experiments with materials like natural stone and marble to fashion exclusive luxury objects. At: Koy RECLAIMED STORIES Nikita Bhate […]
Mahatma Gandhi now watches over Mumbai’s famous Churchgate station
You can spot a larger than life-sized portrait of Mahatma Gandhi on one of Mumbai’s busiest train stations. Brazilian street artist Eduardo Kobra, who has created murals of famous people like Abraham Lincoln and Alfred Nobel in landmarks around the world, has come to paint the iconic figure at Mumbai’s Churchgate station. “It’s a privilege […]
10 design legends we can’t wait to meet at India Design ID 2018
Have you booked your passes for India Design ID 2018? This edition takes it up a notch, with brilliant artists, real-life cyborgs and designers speaking at ID Symposium. Neil Harbisson Officially recognized as a cyborg, the contemporary artist has an antenna implanted inside his skull that refutes the colour blindness he was born with. Allowing […]
#Throwback to India Design ID 2017
From installations by Manish Gulati and bright collections like The Palace collection by Adil I Ahmad, to Matteo Cibic’s designs for Scarlett Splendour and gorgeous setups, we take you back to India Design ID 2017. [id-gallery]
You can actually eat inventor Carlo Ratti’s newest creation
Eat your way through Carlo Ratti Associati’s latest creation of 30,000 praline bars for the chocolatier, Venchi. An 8-metre long wall of chocolate mosaic will be unveiled at Italy’s cuisine oriented theme park in November, FICO Eataly World. If you’ve gotten past the wall, step inside little booths where you can taste an array of […]
Bobby Aggarwal: ‘Indian architects are now looking to homegrown talent’
What is ‘Made in India’ to you? Personally for me, the concept of Made in India means a traditional craft, which co–exists with contemporary design aesthetics, forms and techniques that are combined with technology and best business practices. How do you think this emotion is being used and conveyed in the present design ethos in […]
Ananya Birla’s home decor label, Curo Carte, is a year old
It’s hard to stay one-of-a-kind with mass production being the only selling point in every store. Ananya Birla’s venture into the decor and design field attempts to change that, with curated handcrafted pieces from around the world. CuroCarte turns a year old this year, and starts its second year with an ornate 18-karat gold domed […]
How Rooshad Shroff found his own voice in design
There was never a defining moment that made me want to take up architecture; I grew up with a subconscious initiation into the design world, with exposure to the field everywhere I looked. While design objects and furniture were on constant display in our home, my father also made it point for us to visit […]
Slow living marks the Asian Paints ColourNext Trends 2017
The Asian Paints ColourNext Trends 2017 reflect the current mood towards the yearning of a better, quieter tomorrow. Slow Living In a competitive world where everyone seems to be going a hundred miles an hour, it only makes sense to create a space to pause and take a breather. Use soothing pastel shades like Lilac […]
Raseel Gujral Ansal celebrates three decades in design
A fearless colour palette, eye catching patterns and bold silhouttes – New Delhi-based EDIDA Designer of the Year 2011 Raseel Gujral Ansal’s design aesthetic has never involved playing safe. In the last 30 years she envisioned magnificent interiors for residential, corporate and retail spaces as well as created a vast selection of products including furniture, […]
Ashiesh Shah on building your personal brand
When I moved back to Mumbai from New York a few years ago, I was disappointed by the way interior design was perceived in India. I think most people dismissed it as something quite silly and inconsequential. Today, I can safely say that this is no longer the case and design in general is being […]
Get to know the Peter Pan of Spanish design, Javier Mariscal
He always makes an impression. Even over a 30 minute long telephonic interview, he left his mark. Describing Javier Mariscal’s ability to imprint on those who come across his work, Design Museum London’s Director Deyan Sudjic once rightly said, “The creation of an identity through a personal, distinctive style is a quality that will invest […]
What is the future of Indian architecture?
Two decades ago, if one was driving through India, one could easily recognize a city while approaching it by its architectural character. The predominant use of blue lime plaster in all the houses characterized Jodhpur city in Rajasthan, India. A hundred kilometers away hues of pink would make Jaipur city clearly discernible upon approaching it. In another direction from Jodhpur, whilst […]
How to transform the Pythagoras theorem into your living room
Bring Pythagoras back to your home, without the math textbooks. ‘Pythagoras’ Study’, a new range of furniture by Iqrup + Ritz, juxtaposes the Greek mathematician’s rigid theorem with inspiration from the fluid style of British sculptor Henry Moore. This cross-pollination of geometric and flexible surprisingly creates a subtle bohemian vibe, with structured shelves and eclectic […]
Entries for The PARK ELLE DECOR Student Contest are now open
The perfectly crafted doors of the design industry are being opened with The PARK ELLE DECOR Student Contest. And if you’re a final year design student, step inside! In association with The Park Hotels, the contest brings creativity to the forefront, across the varied fields of architecture, interior design, product design and textiles. Along with […]
Asian Paints ColourNext trends of 2017
For the past 14 years ColourNext, Asian Paints’ annual colour and decor trends’ forecast, has provided direction to the design industry in India. Taking into consideration the year-round scientific study carried out by a panel of experts, the brand unveils an understanding of the current consumer mood in the country. At the launch of ColourNext […]
21 Designer booths that wowed at India Design ID 2017
The recently concluded India Design ID 2017 – the country’s definitive design week – converged the best minds and brands in the fraternity under one roof. Like every year, a venerable lineup of labels and designers presented novel products on display at the various pavilions at NSIC grounds, New Delhi. We cherry picked an ensemble […]
Experimenting with Asian Paints Colour of the Year 2017 Intense Ocean
Asian Paints announced Intense Ocean as the Colour of the Year 2017 at the recently concluded fifth edition of India Design ID. Intense Ocean, with its green blue pigments and grey undertones, embodies depth alongside warmth; cool with calm; it’s cosily enveloping, yet not overwhelming. This hue has perfect qualities to uplift any humble setting […]
India Design ID 2017: And the Asian Paints Colour of Year is…
Every year Asian Paints, under the leadership of President – Sales, Marketing and Technology Amit Syngle, conducts intensive market reach and study for the country’s only colour prediction system. On February 16, Asian Paints officially announced their much awaited Colour of The Year – Intense Ocean – at the Trends pavilion at Indian Design ID […]
India Design ID 2017: Things to do, see and experience at India’s most definitive design week
In its 5th edition, the country’s biggest decor celebration India Design ID 2017 will present a curated experience for every arbiter of design and architecture. Fuelled by a collective quest to make design accessible to everyone, the event is spread over four verticals – ID Exhibit, ID Symposium, ID Satellite and ID Talks. For the […]
In conversation with Annkur Khosla
Annkur Khosla’s mature journey as an architect has been nothing short of inspiring, having already cemented a repertoire of architectural building, bungalow and interior projects in India and abroad. The vanguard of her eponymous firm, she has also ventured in designing for hospitality and wellness spaces. We caught up with this maverick recently who clues […]
In conversation with Shefali Balwani
Shefali Balwani studied at the renowned School of Architecture C.E.P.T in Ahmedabad to get equipped with the right skill set for the design world. This Mumbai based creative currently helms architecture and design studio Architecture BRIO along with Robert Verrijt. In the business for several years now, she talks about what keeps his brain cells […]
Purple Turtles’ Wabi Sabi line of lights will cement your love for the unconventional
For both kids and grown-ups, lights remain the most exciting part of decoration. And Purple Turtles’ Wabi Sabi Collection of illuminators proves decorative lights can have an enormous impact in any space. Representing a Japanese world view that accepts simplicity, imperfection and transience, the lamps display the austerity of exposed cement without the burden of weight and permanence. Website […]
Tarun Tahiliani’s first ever rugs endeavour is for Obeetee
In a home that is replete with stylish fabrics, smart furniture and intriguing curios, why should rugs be design-starved? This is why Obeetee decided to create something that would leave you tongue tied – a range of carpets made in collaboration with couturier Tarun Tahiliani titled Proud to be Indian. Let’s face it – when […]
ID Satellite New Delhi: Everything you should see, do, experience
As part of New Delhi’s ID Satellite, from February 10-20, design stores and restaurants in the capital will join forces to make design more accessible to everyone. Special discounts, offers, installation, unique workshops, new launches and more are lined up for you… For more details and everyday updates, follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter […]
These ready-to-fit doors will “open” many design possibilities
We spend ages designing our homes, putting each element together with care and precision. But interestingly, most of us forget the single component that opens up the “gates” to our carefully furnished abodes—doors. Our doors tend to be foremost part anyone notices when they are over as it gives a prelude to the decor inside. […]
Matteo Cibic: EDIDA India 2016 Tabletop winner
The two-time EDIDA winning, renowned Italian product designer, Matteo Cibic always has something up his sleeve. Be it envisioning new home decor objects like his previously EDIDA winning 12 piece furniture series for Scarlet Splendour, undertaking a research project like Vaso Naso or even dabbling in fashion – he’s been there, done that brilliantly each […]
Asian Paints launches The Earth Series for exterior walls
It’s like art for the exteriors. Asian Paints recently launched The Earth Series from Apex Ultima Wall Art, conceptualised with the credo to maximise the self-expressive potential that exteriors offer. A groundbreaking line, it allows you to customise one of four concepts – Tree of Life, Prayer for Earth, Walk in the Woods and Flow […]
Inside Vibhor Sogani’s surreal studio in New Delhi
My two storey studio and office in New Delhi is a concept space; what one sees here are ideas scaled to a degree. The objective is to leave clients and architects awestruck with our artistry, so they can connect with our work and visualise it in their own spaces. The challenge of setting up wasn’t […]
Here’s what to look forward to at Pecha Kucha by Asian Paints
Another arm of India Design ID, Pecha Kucha by Asian Paints will bring together prominent experts and visionaries from various sides of the design spectrum to express their creativity and knowledge in the concise, fast-paced presentation format. Four eminent speakers – Pavitra Rajaram, Shabnam Gupta, Jiten Thukral and Sumir Tagra and Tania Singh Khosla – […]
5 things you didn’t know about Alberto Alessi
A squid-like juicer, a corkscrew with the face of a smiling girl, a kettle that whistles like a bird…for all these revolutionary homeware gems, we have Alberto to thank. When he joined the eponymous family business in 1970, he overhauled its identity by making it a “research lab in the Applied Arts”. To metamorphose ordinary […]
7 things you didn’t know about Regis Mathieu
Each of his works stems from a unique approach – balanced between nature and norms; restoration and innovation. The vanguard of French lighting company Mathieu Lustrerie since 1992, Regis Mathieu believes his roots have driven him to amalgamate the three traditions of research, technology and art in the conceptual designs of his chandeliers. He has […]
3 things you should know about CuroCarte
Born from the belief that we should create to inspire, Ananya Birla started CuroCarte in 2015, with passionate and innovative change makers at the helm. A first of its kind initiative with design and craftsmanship at its core, CuroCarte aims to reinvent by performing design interventions on rare crafts and adding value by making them suitable for […]
#IDSatelliteDesignTrail: Top 10 things to do
While ID Satellite Design Trail Mumbai poses as the perfect, comprehensive guide to our favourite addresses that you need to hit, skimming through various outlets might be a tasking task. To help you out, we have pieced together our pick of offers, new collections and workshops that cannot be missed over three exciting days from […]
#IDSatelliteDesignTrail: Join us for Food Trail
In conjunction with unique collections and experiential pop-ups that are slated for ID Satellite Mumbai from 18 – 20 November, 2016, six stores at Raghuvanshi Mills will come together to form a Food Trail that will pay homage to Mumbai’s current culinary revolution. Bookmark your calendars for 19 November, from 12 noon to 3 pm […]
Here’s what to watch out for at Design Trail
After the success of the Design Trail at Shakti Mills during the inaugural event last year, this year’s celebrations will take things up a few notches. Five creative hubs nestled in the Shakti Mills complex will come together to form a unique curated experience. Brands Abaca, FCML, Red Blue & Yellow, Sarita Handa and Tranceforme […]
Humberto Campana on new collaboration with Lasvit at Salone del Mobile
Born in Sao Paulo, brothers Fernando and Humberto Campana have always been inspired by Brazil’s vibrant culture and street life. Their products are usually made of everyday materials and incorporate traditional crafting techniques. We spoke to Humberto Campana at the recently concluded Salone del Mobile on their design philosophy and their latest collaboration with Czech […]
#IDSatelliteDesignTrail: Special Events
For the second edition of ID Satellite Mumbai, decor stores and restaurants in the city’s Lower Parel district at its six iconic vicinities will come together for you to experience a curated design trail, special discounts, installations, menus and more. Take a look at what’s in store and map out your visit. All Days 17 to 20 […]
Women Designers This One Is For You: Presenting Decowood Design Divas
Greenlam’s Decowood Design Divas in association with ELLE DECOR India is dedicated to women who are shaping India’s evolving interior design scene. All you need to do is create 3D sketches of different kinds of interiors that incorporate Decowood Veneers. The catalogue is available for download here, and present concepts in various areas spanning across residential […]
The PARK ELLE DECOR Student Contest: Entries now open!
Calling all students! This is your opportunity to shine bright and get a firm foothold in the design industry. Since the past five years, The PARK ELLE DECOR Student Contest in association with The Park Hotels has been appreciating and honing the bright stars of tomorrow for their incredible creativity and unique innovations across furniture, […]
Vibhor Sogani’s ‘Mahatma In Me’ goes to Australia
The second edition of The Borderless Gandhi Project in Australia will open on Gandhi’s birthday and also the International Day of Nonviolence by United Nations, 2nd October, 2016. The day will also witness the unveling of Delhi-based artist Vibhor Sogani’s exhibit titled “Mahatma in Me”. The exhibition will feature several stainless steel installations with subtle […]
Bauhaus cushions from Iqrup+Ritz by White Pomegranate
Paint a pretty picture in your living room with the latest range of cushions from Iqrup+Ritz by White Pomegranate. Inspired by the iconic Bauhaus movement (1919-30), the collection sports peppy colours and stylish prints. Designed by Harmeet Kaur Ghumman of White Pomegranate, these cuddly cushions are entirely handmade and are available in various hues […]
3 reasons why you must visit Peek-a-Boo Patterns’ new Nungambakkam outpost
3 reasons why you must visit Peek-a-Boo Patterns’ new Nungambakkam outpost The folks at Peek-a-Boo Patterns have done it again. They have unveiled a third outpost, only to make it a mecca for kids furniture and decor. Say hello to the new store at Bergamo, Nungambakkam in the heart of Chennai, which echoes easy and […]
Thukral and Tagra’s new interactive art makes you archive memories in tiles!
Worldly pleasures are fleeting… But what if we could put all our memories in a capsule of sorts and preserve them forever as an art masterpiece? That’s what we did at the two day pilot art event on July 14 and 15, aptly titled Memoir Bar. Renowned for their exuberant, colourful, yet darkly humorous […]
Eclectic Start: No-Mad 97% India’s new e-commerce site, now live!
Indie home decor and accessories brand No-Mad 97% India by Valerie Barkowski, tests e-commerce waters for first time with the launch of their revamped site. We did a tete-a-tete with the founder, Anuj Kothari to learn more: “We launched No-Mad two years ago to give patrons an idea about the brand and its philosophy. […]
Downtown Design 2020: The Middle East’s premiere design gala is back in an innovative new avatar
In light of the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, one has come to accept that events, exhibitions and showcases have had to adapt. Few however, have managed to integrate this ‘new normal’ with the finesse that Downtown Design has. Their pioneering hybrid programme for 2020 is set to feature a conceptual exhibition, a digital fair, […]
5 Things You Didn’t Know About Ashiesh Shah
What standout characteristics make the EDIDA Designer of the Year? In our opinion, the candidate obviously needs to be an astute matchmaker of the right materials with techniques, and qualify as a trendsetter with a distinct style you recognise in an instant. Ashiesh ticks all boxes, but he also gets brownie points for never being […]
ID Forum: Leading Indian Gallerists & Designers Discuss What Makes a Collectible & Brands They Admire
Tania Singh Khosla, Tara Lal, Mortimer Chatterjee, Hameeda Sharma & Puneet Shah shed light on the golden world of the bespoke and the unique
Human Consciousness, Architecture, and the Power of the Future.
Itai Palti, an architect, designer and artist based in Israel, straddles between genres to explore ideas of belonging, the urban future and his belief in dialogue with place.
The Art of Designing Spaces For Well-Being That Evoke Sensations We Love
The doyenne of design, Paola Navone talks to India Design ID about what makes good design, and shares insights for young designers
Amanda Talbot : Navigating the Intersection of Design, AI, and Humanity
The renowned designer and author delves into how she marries design and artificial intelligence in order to nurture an entirely evolved human experience.
10 Brands to Follow for the Finest in Lighting Design
Whether you are looking for a statement chandelier or premium lighting fixtures that play with new materials and forms, these top lighting brands should be on your list
In conversation with Smita Khanna and Hemant Purohit of Note-D
Thanks to her rigorous experience in the field of architecture and design, Smita Khanna and Hemant Purohit of Note-D are famed for stretching their creative and professional limits. NOTE Design, an architectural practice, was set up in partnership between this dynamic duo. In this candid tete-e-tete she reveals what inspires them and the trends in the bathroom space. […]
MVRDV’s Future Towers is a unique take on affordable housing
Dutch firm MVRDV recently completed its first project in India. Titled Future Towers, the ‘vertical village’ features 1068 apartments and will house a diverse populous of the rapidly expanding middle class in Pune. The innovative, mountainous shape of the structure enables it to host a variety of apartments, ranging from 45 to 450 square meters, […]
UNStudio’s masterplan for Bangalore’s latest innovation tech campus
‘The Silicon Valley of India,’ Bangalore is the epicentre of the rapid IT and financial development that India prides itself on today. It is only fitting that UNStudio, an internationally acclaimed architecture, urban, product & interior design studio, has created the Karle Town Centre, a development that aims to define Bangalore locally and inspire the whole […]
FADD Studio’s Villa Alenteho is a confluence of vintage charm and crisp geometry
Perhaps the highlight of Isprava‘s phenomenal repertoire of luxury villas, Alenteho by FADD Studio is a perfect amalgamation of vintage charm and crisp geometry. Reminiscent of the British colonial era, the rafter ceiling and metal grillwork feature a rich green that is expertly juxtaposed with the muted, salmon pink pastel that adorns this distinct Goan […]
Life with/in Objects provokes a new inquiry into our forced domesticity
“Life with/in Objects” is an unconventional exhibition experience, born from the necessity of current circumstances, that has been found and conceptualised by curator Farah Siddiqui and design aficionado Natasha Mehta. Home is the inevitable locus of everyday design; it is a default museum. It is the place where we curate our lives. Our homes are filled […]
This Mumbai Apartment Materialises at the Intersection of Art, Architecture & Context
Location: Mumbai Design Firm: Studio PKA Built Area: 2,500 square feet; 232 square metres Principal Architect: Puran Kumar Project Team: Sonali Mehta, Nivedita Parab, Darshali Golani Photography by: Niveditaa Gupta Mumbai’s skyline constantly mutates; it’s a city that churns out towering buildings at an alarming rate, each clamouring for attention. It’s easy to get lost in […]
What to expect from Sabyasachi’s latest wallpaper collection for Nilaya
Sprawling Bengal tigers, unending petal gardens and pink Taj Mahals are only a peek into designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee’s enchanting world. His second collaboration with Nilaya brings this fantastical vision to life, via a collection of hand-painted luxury wallpapers, revealed with the Asian Paints’ Brand Ambassador, Bollywood beauty Deepika Padukone. All the wallpapers were unveiled on […]