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A composition of exposed structure, bare materials, focal elements and natural light - this office by SJK Architects for Synergy Lifestyles is all about honesty in design. Check it out here and leave us your views

Framed by one-of-a-kind corten-steel jaali-work on an exposed concrete elevation, Dipen Gada's latest project in Vadodara is a row of six homes that orchestrate a melody of earthy materials, thoughtful passive strategies, and captivating patterns.

D.L.E.A. (Design Lab for Experimenting Architecture) explores a design vocabulary of arches rooted in exposed brick and concrete to design a duplex home in Chennai. The design language is subtle, chic, contextually apt and sustains the warmth of home and hearth.

Woongsik Jung of On Architects Inc. designs a café in South Korea stimulating the senses with the raw palette of exposed concrete, rice straw and a feeling of nothingness that paradoxically instigates one to look within whilst enjoying the company of people in a cultural setting.

Revit MEP Modeling, since inception, has been delivering an array of options to design ductwork models, however; there are several challenges that sheet metal fabricators face when modelling ductwork in Revit. Ductwork, unique in design for each of the structures and elements expose several challenges while designing.

Revit MEP by Autodesk is an established tool for ductwork modeling that addresses the core elements of a ductwork system, allowing a reasonably sound set of design drawings to be issued. Challenges for fabrication from Revit was a big area of concern, till the time Autodesk started addressing them; and now we see successful fabrication interoperability.

Why are more and more old buildings being complimented by modern structures in close proximity? When should one design contextually? Are there any set tenets? Read about Ar. Zaha Hadid's new steel structure at the Oxford University building and leave us your views...

@the-grid-architects craft the interiors of a gym on a light-hearted thematic note, endorsing the importance of the environs that make a fitness regime productive for both - mind and body. Check out the story here

Ar. Hiren Patel recounts a humbling experience in his design for Manav Gulzar - a community centre for the underprivileged in Ahmedabad - project that he believes keeps him grounded as a responsible architect…

A fresh, innovative take on fast food restaurants, Masquespacio's design for Bun burgers is sure to invite people in for a bite. With mint green and lilac themes contrasting existing brick arches, this project is a watertight blend of vibrancy and sophistication.

Paying close attention to urban context, built heritage and strategic planning, Studio Microclimat orchestrates this three-level home in Montreal effecting a wholesome relationship between personal and shared spaces. Check it out here…

With remarkably thoughtful design planning and a stunning use of natural materials exuding a gritty rawness, Amruta Daulatabadkar Architects conveys a menu of interactions orchestrated in this nuanced boys' hostel in Aurangabad.