Off-the-Grid: Brutalist Penthouse Apartment in Surat, India by DOT.In this brutalist penthouse apartment transformed by DOT, careful modulation of light, seamless integration of indoor and outdoor spaces, and thoughtful use of materials contribute to the creation of a living environment that is both...
A Monolithic Jewellery Boutique in Ahmedabad by R+R Architects & Apical Reform.The drama of this jewellery boutique in Ahmedabad, India, lies in its simple palette and repeated elements, creating a theatrical interior that guides customers on an immersive experience. Apical Reform and R+R Architects’ fluid design...
An Eye Catching Jewellery Boutique in Ahmedabad by Muselab.This flagship jewellery boutique in Ahmedabad by Muselab is like no other—at least not in a 500m radius. With at least four similar type-stores on the street, the studio had to create an eye-catching space unlike its competition....
Unexpected and Progressive: Women’s Empowerment Shelter by Studio PPBA.What does a building for women look like? Located within a hot, dry and remote village called Loni, in Karnataka, India, the Women’s Empowerment Shelter is both unexpected and highly progressive. Designed to shelter up to 150 women and...
A Backdrop for Creativity: Artist Gallery and Studio by Tosh.With a Georgia O'Keeffe quote engraved on the entrance door and a Mediterranean vibe inside, this art gallery and personal studio is a creative haven for Vadodara based artist, Prachi Shah. Designed by Vidhi Malkan and Forum Shah of the...
Fluently Feminine: Aanchal Vijaywargi Boutique in Hyderabad by Naav Studio.This elegant boutique in Hyderabad by Naav Studio is designed to fluently adapt to an evolving collection by Indian fashion designer Aanchal Vijaywargi. Taking inspiration from the Hindi word for ‘monotone’, the overall aesthetic...
The White Cashew: A Rooftop Restaurant in Hyderabad by NaaV Studio.In the leafy neighbourhood of Sainikpuri, in the southern Indian city of Hyderabad, is a restaurant that stays true to its name. Shaped like an inverted cashew and steeped in soft, buttery hues, The White Cashew looks no different than it...
Art Deco Gem: Mumbai Apartment by Atelier Varun Goyal.For Architect Varun Goyal, there’s no greater triumph than knowing that the indoors and outdoors take the spotlight in turns. In this apartment, situated in an Art Deco building in Mumbai’s Colaba, there’s beauty on either side of...
Mesmerisingly Rhythmic: The Ribbon Fabric Store in Cochin by Workers of Art.Dancing through this fabric store in downtown Cochin is a red unraveling ribbon. Built out of red powder coated tubular steel, this central, guiding element weaves through the space as the hero of the store. The dancing architectural...
