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Bengaluru's upcoming Baiyappanahalli train station - a competition winning design by Studio Symbiosis - evokes the essence of the almost-erstwhile 'Garden City'. The design exemplifies how public spaces like transportation hubs can thrive as a potential identity of the place alongside a sustainable and innovative design language.

Using modern technological design techniques, a futuristic architectural expression takes disguise as an innovative pharmaceutical corporate club, spinning a narrative that unfolds the nexus of time, technology and human existence… designed by Michael Chen of VGC Design, it provides an immersive experience that transcends the present and ventures into the future. 

In a retail scenario that is dynamic in shopping styles and youth mindsets, Greater Dog Architects combine sustainability and innovation to deliver an eco-friendly, flexible store configuration in Shanghai. 

Ma Yansong of MAD Architects blends nature and history with modernity and technological advancements in the newly designed ZGC International Innovation Center in Beijing. 

Architectural ingenuity meets social reform at the Calling Academy Stellenbosch in South Africa by SALT Architects, maximizing spatial value with minimal resources.

The world of architecture is always buzzing with change, and the year 2024 has been no exception. From sustainability becoming an integral part of design rather than a choice, to creating inclusive environments and adopting innovative design languages, the year has marked a significant milestone in diverse design visions. Team IAnD traces the major architectural trends of 2024… with tHE gRID Architects, Jugal Mistri Architects and Beyond Design Architects and Consultants. 

2024's most applauded features from India at India Art n Design (dot)com Step into spaces where architecture meets culture, sustainability, and innovation! The Aangan, Ahmedabad by Morphogenesis- A mansion blending modernist architecture with Gujarati traditions, step-well courtyards, and sustainable design Ayodhya Airport by Sthapati - A transportation hub transformed into a cultural landmark with Nagara-style architecture and Ramayana-inspired murals Telugu Medium Restaurant by Sona Reddy Studio - Raw, immersive spaces crafted with indigenous materials and passive cooling techniques These stories reveal how architecture shapes community, connects heritage, and embraces modern sustainability. https://www.indiaartndesign.com/2024s-most-applauded-projects-from-iands-inditerrain/ Which project inspires you the most? Tell us in the comments below.

From urban density to net-zero living, architecture is redefining how we coexist with nature. Discover the House of No Windows by One Bulb + Kolam Architecture, a light-filled oasis amidst a bustling cityscape, and the Aalloa Hills Project by INI Studio, a net-zero marvel that respects its natural surroundings. These projects prove that sustainability and innovation can transform the way we live. Read more about how architecture tackles global challenges with mindful, climate-responsive designs.

The last twelve months saw architecture redefining the intersection of culture, sustainability, and human experience. In IAnD's Global Hop section, these three projects have grabbed the most eyeballs for their demonstration of the transformative power of thoughtful design, merging sustainability, cultural preservation, and innovative functionality. They redefine global design paradigms, setting benchmarks for future projects that aspire to balance tradition and progress. The projects are: Heineken Beverages Head Office, South Africa by Tetris Design + Build, Nanhai Art Centre, Foshan, China by MAD Architects, and Hovey Residence, Quebec, Canada by 1628 Inc.

Step into the world of design with our Year-end Special Bumper Issue! Featuring insights from 28 trailblazing architects and designers, we unveil the trends, innovations, and transformative projects that defined 2024-and a glimpse of what 2025 holds. At India Art n Design, we celebrate creativity that inspires, designs that elevate well-being, and sustainable solutions that shape a better tomorrow. Dive in, share your thoughts, and join us in welcoming 2025-a year of bold ideas and boundless possibilities!

Where innovation meets tradition! Deloitte University Asia Pacific China, designed by aoe, is a futuristic learning hub integrating smart technology, green design, and cultural heritage. A bold reimagining of corporate education-intelligent, immersive, and inspiring.

Studio Razavi Architects transforms a 1980s concrete chalet in the French Alps, balancing heritage with innovation. A careful interplay of structure, patina, and craftsmanship creates a seamless dialogue between past and present.

At ADDITIVE's new HQ, NOA crafts a workspace that flows like a story-modular, adaptive, and dynamic. From sunlit gardens to cosy nooks, employees shape their space based on mood and task. Deep blues inspire focus, while perforated metal, glass, and LED-lit pathways turn design into a visual symphony of innovation

Emmanuelle Moureaux architecture + design worked her '100 shades of colours' magic once again - this time to help NSK Ltd. - Japan's most prominent manufacturers of bearings, celebrate their centenary! The magnificent installation has turned around the exercise of branding! Find out more here...

Working on design-impacted change is inherent to the responsibility of architecture. Check out the portable modular housing solution that People's Architecture Office proposes for China, where land is held exclusively by the government and the construction of private homes is reserved for the very wealthy.

With over three decades of practice, interior and furniture designer Lalit Hira has exploited his creative skills in accomplishing challenging and meaningful designs around the world. Read more…

: Life is all about the hits and the misses! IAnD presents the hit design stories of 2018 - collated via the reader-appreciation matrix. Hearty Congratulations Teams Häfele India Pvt. Ltd., Design Forum International, Zaha Hadid Architects & ETH-Zürich Check out what got applauded in 2018!

ZHA's #KnitCandela, an experimental structure, illustrates the use of a ground-breaking, ultra-lightweight and knitted formwork system to erect a thin, concrete, doubly curved shell - a system that will potentially change construction methodologies using freeform concrete.

Artist, architectural researcher and pioneer in concrete exploration, Mark West brings out the beauty in concrete, lending a certain fluidity and elegance to a material so raw and brutal. Check it out here…

Providing fast, modular, affordable and sustainable construction systems for the community, architects Shilpi Dua and Abhimanyu Singh of Hexpressions aim to support underserved communities with permanent shelter, empowering people to build their own homes and live a dignified life. The honeycomb-panel paper homes initiative also hopes to inspire architects and builders to promote eco-friendly alternatives and challenge traditional building norms.