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The theme for World Architecture Day 2022 is Architecture for Well-being. Team IAnD presents five select projects from the last year that contribute constructively to this theme.

Vijay Gupta Architects (VGA) use a premeditated diligent approach to design a futuristic learning centre for children in their formative years, systematically exploring the tenets of responsible architecture.

Reconnecting nature to built form and contemporary aesthetics to a rich architectural history, LDH renovates a 200-year-old building into a high-end Japanese restaurant of moody oriental charm, for a stunning experiential spatial character.

PI Architects create a vivacious ambience transforming a pre-war home by retaining some of the old-world elements and introducing some new features.

Ar. Khozema Chitalwala opens up about his journey of 30-plus-years in this third episode of mini web series Pagdandi. Check out how he established himself in the niche discipline of hospitality design, listen to what he leaves unsaid - reading between his words - as his pauses bring his emotional state of mind to life.

Studio Symbiosis designs the Hilton Kathmandu sensitising visitors to the cultural idiosyncrasies of the city and creating an iconic landmark in the bargain. PIA Interiors complements the concept by designing the interiors. Check out the project that is scheduled to be open later this year.

Drawing parallels and fusing styles, Jan Sikora of Sikora Interiors inimitably combines Japanese, American and Polish design influences to design a holiday home for a Japanese-American couple in Poland.

A light-filled home in Srirangapatna by Collage Architecture Studio, Bangalore, and an architecturally evolving home in Melbourne by FGR Architects, Australia, are the most popular projects of the year 2022 across all IndiaArtnDesign social media platforms! 

If Madhubani and Patna Kalam had to have a baby, it would look like Tikuli art! Bihar's indigenous art form that dates back about 800 years and borrows its proportional figures from Patna Kalam, and its themes of daily life and celebrating festivals from Madhubani, has been reinstated in the commercial mainstream of indigenous art forms, and in doing so, has provided sustainable livelihood to thousands of women.

Beyond its role as a statutory body, the Indian Institute of Interior Designers (IIID) Mumbai Regional Chapter fosters an ecosystem where creativity thrives through active knowledge sharing. Team IAnD visits its legacy of 25 years and its forward-thinking approach to championing the transformative power of design.

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!

Studio Network of Architecture (noa) breathes new life into the historic Park Hotel Franceschi in Cortina d'Ampezzo, redefining Alpine elegance with a modern twist. The design vision of this project blends the rich heritage of Cortina with the hotel's storied past (est. 1922), creating a year-round retreat that seamlessly combines historical and regional influences with contemporary style. 

Reflecting broader societal shifts and evolving user experiences, the interior design industry is undergoing significant transformation, with its focus expanding beyond aesthetics. While 2024 saw recurring timeless themes like monochrome and minimalism, it also saw the rise of renewed concepts like computational design and interior urbanism. Let's explore more of what defined the year 2024 with Orproject, AB Design, Sthapati Architects and Intrigue Design Lab

Ikigai Studio.in transforms a 50-year-old home into a harmonious blend of Indian heritage and contemporary design. Warm hues, artisanal craftsmanship, and carefully curated decor tell a story of timeless charm and personal journeys.

Where legacy meets light, and tradition finds a new voice in modern design. Studio Compartment S4 reimagines a 20-year-old home in Ahmedabad for a multigenerational family-balancing memory, materiality, and modern living. Swipe through to see how Cocoon House bridges past and future with spatial elegance and Indian craftsmanship.

When sacred meets civic. MVRDV and Zecc Architecten reimagine a 100-year-old church in Heerlen as a public swimming pool. Holy Water blends heritage with modern functionality, offering a new blueprint for reactivating disused religious spaces. Reflect. Reuse.