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1 week, 5 days ago

Kerala Man Decorates Home Using Automobile Spare Parts for Unique Aesthetic

People often find creative ways to reflect their unique personalities in their home decor, transforming living spaces into artistic expressions. Instagram user Priyam Saraswat, known for showcasing unique homes across India, shared glimpses of this remarkable house, leaving viewers amazed at its ingenuity. The exteriors feature a gate made of bike frames welded together, while the interiors showcase tables and …

Kerala House Spare Parts

2 weeks ago

Eco and chic: This Kerala home is both comfortable and climate-friendly

India Today

Post retirement, a family wanted their home to be a simple but beautiful haven, unlike other heavily ornamental mansions in Thalassery, Kerala. The facade of the home PLANNING AND ZONING As per the client’s preferences, all the spaces of the home were contained within a single floor.This led to a well distributed plan that allowed all the spaces in the …

Kerala Heat Hot Air

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Step inside Rajeev Khandelwal’s charming and spacious triplex house that 'gives you the feeling you are not in Mumbai'

Hindustan Times

Actor Rajeev Khandelwal recently gave a sneak peek of his ‘humble abode’ in Mumbai. The actor who professed to be ‘possessive about his little space’ walked around his charming triplex in an interview with Brut India, showing off the various nooks and corners that lend it charm. Rajeev’s cosy dining-cum-sit out area Rajeev’s ‘dining-cum-sit out area’ is not your quintessential …

Rajeev Khandelwal Rajeev

4 months ago

How Japanese Interior Design Techniques Are Transforming the Home Design Industry

News 18

Japanese interior design techniques are making waves in the home design industry, offering a unique blend of simplicity, functionality, and beauty. Attention to Detail and CraftsmanshipBoth Joshi and Mohan agree that Japanese interior design is known for its precision and craftsmanship. Increasing Customer SatisfactionThe thoughtful approach of Japanese interior design goes beyond aesthetics. In summary, Japanese interior design techniques, with …

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

From biophilic designs to sustainable materials: 7 interior design tips for transforming small spaces into green havens

Hindustan Times

In contemporary urban living, space is often a luxury. Krish Kothari, founder and creative director of KKD Studio, shared with HT Lifestyle some practical interior design tips for transforming small spaces into green havens. By incorporating natural elements such as plants, natural light, and organic materials, interior designers can create spaces that promote health and well-being. Designers often recommend using …

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6 months, 4 weeks ago

Home stories: Interior design tips to create unique and personalised spaces

Hindustan Times

A home is more than just four walls- it is a place that reflects the 'idea of you'. Whether a cosy reading nook adorned with cherished books or a serene bedroom for ultimate relaxation, personalised spaces are the epitome of thoughtful design. Tips for Creating Personalised Living Spaces Play of Colours and Textures Colours set the tone of the space. …

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7 months, 3 weeks ago

Home renovation ideas: 5 tips for designing interiors that blend aesthetics with practicality for modern lifestyles

Hindustan Times

In today's dynamic milieu, marked by a relentless pursuit of efficiency and convenience, homeowners increasingly seek interiors that reflect their individuality and improve functionality. This integration of aesthetics and functionality exemplifies modern interior design, adeptly addressing the demands of contemporary living. This approach necessitates a cautious balance between visual appeal and practical utility, ensuring that every design decision contributes meaningfully …

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10 months, 2 weeks ago

The appeal of 2 BHK apartments

The Hindu

In the constantly evolving world of real estate, a fascinating shift in housing preferences has emerged: the growing popularity of 2 BHK apartments. In today’s dynamic housing landscape, 2 BHK apartments offer a range of compelling advantages for homebuyers. When it comes to choosing the right space within a budget, 2 BHK apartments provide versatility in size for various needs. …

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10 months, 2 weeks ago

Eight of the world's most remarkable homes

BBC

Eight of the world's most remarkable homes Dan Glasser Casa Ward in Italy has been designed to resist earth tremors by Carl Fredrik Svenstedt Architecture From Jaipur to Whistler, eight extraordinary, award-winning houses that are both beautiful and low-energy. Programme director Paul Finch tells BBC Culture that he has seen "a far greater concern for sustainability, reflected also in the …

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11 months, 2 weeks ago

Housing Board project in Kochi can prompt more builders to go in for GRIHA rating

The Hindu

The mega project of the Kerala State Housing Board at Marine Drive in Kochi will seek to achieve green building ratings under GRIHA norms, underscoring a concerted effort to achieve sustainability. A senior KSHB official said on Thursday that GRIHA norms were now widely accepted, and that major projects were planned to achieve the highest ranking possible. The Board is …

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1 year ago

The art of affordable luxury: Tips on transforming your home decor and interior design on a budget

Hindustan Times

In the realm of interior design, luxury is not defined by exorbitant expenses. The art of affordable luxury: Tips on transforming your home decor and interior design on a budget In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Saniya Kantawala, Principal Designer and Founder of Saniya Kantawala Design, suggested, “Paying close attention to intricate elements such as hardware, trims, and finishes significantly …

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1 year, 1 month ago

When a tiled roof doubles up as a gallery space at Nisarga Art hub, a community residency in Angamaly

The Hindu

Overlooking a vast paddy field in Kerala’s Angamaly town is a property that has been causing a flutter on social media. This traditional Kerala-style house with a sloping tiled roof is also a community residency where musicians and artistes can get together for performances and jamming sessions. The intimate performance space that can accommodate 60 to 70 people hosted its …

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1 year, 4 months ago

Interior decor tips on redefining a healthy home design

Hindustan Times

Global health crises like the Covid-19 pandemic, technological advancement and access to information have brought health and well-being to the forefront of people's minds as such events have highlighted the vulnerability of human health and the need to take proactive measures to protect it hence, modern lifestyles are becoming increasingly fast-paced and stressful but people are now seeking a better …

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1 year, 7 months ago

Healthy spaces: 5 interior design ideas to improve your mental health

Hindustan Times

In today's fast-paced and increasingly stressful world, finding solace within the walls of our homes has become more important than ever. In this article, we embark on a journey to explore how interior design profoundly impacts our mental health, transforming our spaces into havens of serenity. Interior design ideas to improve your mental health Ekant Singh, Founder and CEO, Page …

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1 year, 10 months ago

Nearly 800 families struggling without basic amenities for years at Thideer Nagar

The Hindu

Nearly 700 to 800 families in Thideer Nagar, Bricklin Road in Otteri, share eight public toilets, four each for women and men. The cramped locality has very narrow lanes — measuring 1.5 feet to three feet wide, its drains remain clogged with no channel to flow and houses get inundated forcing residents to seek refuge elsewhere during rain. Living in …

Residents Thideer Nagar Families Struggling

1 year, 10 months ago

An architect and a student are beautifying public spaces in Bengaluru

The Hindu

Architect and designer Namitha B Ramaiah and her collaborator, student, Siddharth Kaul, are on a mission to beautify public spaces in Bengaluru. One thought I had was if these spaces can be used in a meaningful manner.” Living in Barcelona, Namitha realised, public spaces were designed so that people could use them to the maximum. Hence, our idea was to …

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1 year, 10 months ago

From Bungalows to Bistros: The Trend of Transforming Heritage Buildings into Eateries

News 18

Bungalows and heritage buildings are not only architectural marvels but also hold immense historical and cultural significance. Furthermore, transforming heritage buildings and bungalows into restaurants also helps to preserve and showcase these historic structures, allowing them to be appreciated by the public in a new and exciting way. Here are some of the best bungalows and heritage buildings converted into …

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2 years, 1 month ago

Inside Japan's most minimalist homes

BBC

Inside Japan's most minimalist homes Daica Ano/ Kengo Kuma & Associates Close to nature and beautifully minimalist, the Zen-like interiors featured in a new book offer a glimpse inside the Japanese mindset. "The home – before it is a place of beauty – is a place for safety, and assessed according to its alignment with its natural surroundings," says Mihoko …

Japan Structure Credit Japanese Natural Tokyo Garden

2 years, 1 month ago

An urban oasis called home: architectural breakthroughs in designing spaces

The Hindu

Architects today are challenged to design an oasis for residential clients in the midst of urban chaos and multiple site constraints. Villa KD45, Ghaziabad, Delhi NCR Architects: Studio Symbiosis, Delhi Site area: 11,626 sq ft Built-up area: 1100 11,840 sq ft The design of Villa KD45 grows symbiotically from an odd-shaped plot, with sinuous curves of concrete literally sculpted along …

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2 years, 2 months ago

Select parks, open spaces to be renovated in Kochi

The Hindu

A few of the innumerable open spaces in the city that are crying for upkeep will be renovated in the coming months, with Cochin Smart Mission Limited evaluating tenders to award work. The Kochi Chapter of the Indian Institute of Architects had, in addition, volunteered to help renovate Changampuzha Park, a vibrant cultural-cum-recreation space at Edappally that was in need …

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3 years, 1 month ago

Building up a better community

China Daily

Architect Xue Feng and Lyu Shiming, vice-chairman of the China Federation of the Disabled, visit an old neighborhood undergoing renovation in Haidian district of Beijing earlier this year. As chief architect of Beijing-based China Construction Engineering Design and Research Institute Corp, Xue has been exploring construction and renovation of barrier-free facilities for the past eight years. One of their recent …

Beijing

3 years, 1 month ago

Building up a better community

China Daily

Architect Xue Feng and Lyu Shiming, vice-chairman of the China Federation of the Disabled, visit an old neighborhood undergoing renovation in Haidian district of Beijing earlier this year. As chief architect of Beijing-based China Construction Engineering Design and Research Institute Corp, Xue has been exploring construction and renovation of barrier-free facilities for the past eight years. One of their recent …

Beijing

3 years, 1 month ago

Building up a better community

China Daily

Architect Xue Feng and Lyu Shiming, vice-chairman of the China Federation of the Disabled, visit an old neighborhood undergoing renovation in Haidian district of Beijing earlier this year. As chief architect of Beijing-based China Construction Engineering Design and Research Institute Corp, Xue has been exploring construction and renovation of barrier-free facilities for the past eight years. One of their recent …

Beijing

3 years, 11 months ago

Sustainable design in architecture education

The Hindu

Since the beginning of civilisation, the need for shelter has been essential for survival. Diverse material selection in different regions also helped define a unique design language. With India being a young economy, architects sought newer possibilities of design conceptualisation along with a familiarity of techniques and methodologies that worked well in the Indian landscape. One of the ways to …

India Design Students Young Architects

4 years, 6 months ago

People show off the unique features hidden in their homes

Daily Mail

Australians have shared photos of the most unique features and hidden rooms in their houses, from a 'shaving step' in the shower to a 'glow mirror' in the powder room. Hundreds of comments flooded in with images of TV units set inside walls, box beds created specifically for tiny rooms and a storage container built into the porch for shoes …

Room Woman No One This Woman Storage Built

4 years, 6 months ago

Kerala architecture speaks its own design language

The Hindu

When you read the words ‘Kerala homes’ what comes to mind? Somewhere in between these outliers, Kerala’s architecture and design landscape has metamorphosed into one of the most interesting in the country — primarily in the realm of residential design. But there’s really interesting work going on here and we thought people needed to find out,” says Mohammed, who works …

Design Architecture Bengaluru Kerala Work Projects Instagram

4 years, 11 months ago

Man of the hour: Dr. B.V. Doshi

The Hindu

O ver seven decades, Dr. B.V. Doshi has consistently searched for the relevance of architecture in a fast-changing social context. Architecture and the environment I am always grateful for the recognition one receives in life; it is unexpected, yet reminds us of our responsibilities as architects. Heritage and development During a visit to Italy several years ago, I recall how …

Environment Society Architecture Heritage Need Architects

5 years, 9 months ago

Tenant Cannot Question Choice Of Landlord To Live In A 'Hut Like Structure': Kerala HC [Read Judgment]

Live Law

The Kerala High Court has observed that a tenant cannot question the choice of a landlord to live in a 'hut like structure'. The High Court bench was considering the contention taken in the revision petition filed by the tenant that the building is a hut like structure and that the landlord could not reside in such a structure. Unimpressed …

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5 years, 9 months ago

Home of the Week: A Venice bungalow reinterpreted

LA Times

This clean-lined Venice residence unites the old and new by integrating a 1910 California bungalow into its contemporary design. Now at its heart is a vaulted-ceiling common area comprising a center-island kitchen and family room with a wall of lighted built-ins. Telescoping glass doors open to decking and patio space to extend the home’s footprint outdoors. The details Location: 655 …

Venice

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