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Public schools in Shanghai are conservative in their pedagogy and factory-like in their architecture. Brearley Architects+Urbanists (BAU) break through this conservative pedagogy of public schools by designing the new Chonggu Experimental School, providing the potential for a paradigm shift in formal expression.

The largest water sports institute in Southeast Asia - the National Institute of Water Sports (NIWS) in Goa is a bold and iconic addition to Goa's public architectural landscape. Articulated through M:OFA Studios the built form is a seamless fusion of intuitive and parametric design processes deeply rooted in local culture. 

Nestled on the fringes of Turahalli forest, this nature-rich habitat by Bengaluru-based Design Kacheri has captured hearts and imaginations on our social platforms! Seamlessly blending luxury, sustainability, and a deep connection with its lush surroundings, this home celebrates simplicity, ingenuity, and biophilic design. From stunning stonework to thoughtful Vaastu-inspired layouts, every detail speaks of harmony and innovation. A big shoutout to Shamanth Patil for the breathtaking photography that brings this masterpiece to life, and to our very own Pari Syal, who ensures our features are as inspiring as the designs themselves. Here's to celebrating architecture that inspires! Check out the full feature and discover why it's been the star of the year!

In this contemporary Ahmedabad home, Prashant Parmar Architect curates an inside-outside dialogue despite the verticality of the home, ably complemented by the terracotta screen on the façade that sustains a varying play of light throughout the day. Thus, establishing the thoughtful blend of timeless elegance and contemporary minimalism - a reflection that lavish homes don't depend on large plots, but clever space planning, to transform into open, well lit, and well-ventilated spaces.

Materia + Gustavo Carmona employs an enfiladed layout to design this beach retreat. Right from the raw material palette to the open plan layout, this beach house is all about sparking serene and calm vibes as it melds with the natural surroundings, making it a harmonious part of the landscape. 

Sanjay Puri Architects revives Indian traditional planning principles and traditional crafts, to create a palatial home in Nokha that reminds one of the erstwhile palaces of Rajasthan

This residence by MXMA Architecture & Design and Catlin Stothers Design unfolds like successive strata, where architecture, interior design and landscape intertwine to create a balanced composition that blends into the trees. 

Can residential spaces emphasize sustainability and connect with nature while maintaining privacy levels? Well, nestled amidst dense canopies, this residence designed by Manoj Patel Design Studio exemplifies a serene retreat for a peace-loving family of doctors who are green enthusiasts. 

Ar. Chaitra Saraf of Design Kacheri, Bengaluru crafts a contextual home in a tropical oasis on the fringes of the Turahalli forest, using its majestic teak, mango and coconut trees as the perfect start points for the design.