Design Thinkers & Insights

Rooted in the principles of suprematism, an early 20th century art movement founded by Russian artist, Kazimir Malevich, Maxim Kashin Architects establishes a fresh and innovative path in interior design, by blending the old and the new, in its new office SLAVA 2024. Check out the new and creative interior design informed by complex concepts in a historic district of central Moscow. 

We Architects design a vertical bungalow in Salwad, Maharashtra, where the house emerges as a tribute to nostalgia - blending tradition, contemporary design, and nature in a celebration of the land and its legacy.

MAD architects carve out a canyon-like structure running through the façade of a building in Denver, creating an immersive, natural experience, merging indoor and outdoor spaces and blurring the boundaries between nature and architecture.

GroupARC Architects and Interior Designers chisel a signature home amidst the dense, low-rise residential fabric of Thane, Maharashtra, delicately balancing contemporary architectural standards with contextual sensitivity

In the fast-paced environment of urban living, a well-designed home acts as a peaceful retreat for the family. Interior Designer Ketan Sheth of Goldmine Project Consultants endorses this premise with a contemporary but cosy home in Surat…

Set against Jaipur's arid desert landscape where temperatures are known to soar to 400+C, this home by AND Studio delicately balances illumination and insulation in a climate-responsive design. Natural light is both the muse and the medium here.

Nestled amidst the undulating contours of tropical terrain, this Kottayam home designed by Studio 3Twentyone emerges as a refined embodiment of sustainable tropical architecture - a delicate blossom flourishing in the site's naturally picturesque setting in perfect symbiosis with its verdant surroundings, creating an immersive sensory experience.

Kasian Architecture's redesign of Stikeman Elliott's new workplace seamlessly blends hospitality with an elevated client experience, completely turning on its head the conventional law office typology! https://www.indiaartndesign.com/future-forward-workspace-a-fusion-of-hospitality-and-design-kasian-architecture/

MAB Arquitectura captures the soul of the twentieth-century aristocratic residence, Liberty Villa, restoring it and enhancing the refinement and historical beauty of its setting. Reminiscent of the architecture of Palermo's holiday homes, Villa Liberty has been reinterpreted around a concept based on 'summer living', its distinct identity shaped by layers of time, seen in the bold blue shades of the doors, shutters, and Moroccan majolica tiles, diligently restored with an enhanced layout and material palette, its original details peppered with contemporary uses and functions.

Designed for a senior couple, this Lucknow home by Studio Zen is analogous to a serene retreat, where comfort and tranquillity whisper in every corner

Vistaar Associates in collaboration with Inspiration Architects chisel an immersive experience, awakening the cultural wealth of Kodungallur, a legendary trade hub on the Malabar Coast, in the refurbishing exercise of the Vedic Village Resort. The design choices realign the relics of the ancient town's maritime legacy and culture, echoing the essence of Muziris while accommodating the comforts of modernity. 

Vudafieri-Saverino Partners rejuvenates the palette of the Stendhal Milano restaurant in Rome, with flair and pizzazz, retrofitting it in its signature hue

The Kansas restaurant by Carla Bechelli Arquitectos stands out for its design seeking to consciously insert the intention of organically connecting with its landscape

Chestnut Storeys designs an exquisite residence for a Bharatnatyam dancer crafting it with a breathtaking fusion of creativity, culture, and artistic expression. Seeped in vintage elegance, bursts of colour and abundant natural light, here, contemporary sensibilities live harmoniously with rooted ethnicity offering an exquisite blend of luxury and nature. 

Turner Road Architecture designs a striking, head-turning piece of architecture with its light-filled contemporary design aesthetic that stands out amidst a beautifully landscaped area in the rural outskirts of Hamilton. This café for the Tamahere Country Club (a luxury retirement village) residents has also become a popular social hub for locals and visitors to the region.

Balancing aesthetics and functionality, Studio Pree D'fine curates a home a home of versatility and comfort, where every space exudes sophistication.

Nestled in the vibrant heart of Bangalore, Auravilla is a residence that transcends conventional notions of a home. Designed by Studio GSA, this haven reflects a narrative that intertwines the ethos of modern living with curated nuances of artisanal Indianness, balancing boldness with serenity to create a juxtaposition of style and harmony.

Designed for a young couple with a deep appreciation for art, culture, and understated luxury, this residence by Aashi Gupta Designs evokes a sense of luxury in every corner, marrying the romantic allure of Parisian apartments with the grandeur of Roman architecture.

Ar. Sonali Bhagwati and her team at Design Plus Architecture pegs the design vocabulary of a vast 9500-square-feet home around the breathtaking view of the adjacent golf course, framed by a generous balcony - making the view as the pièce de résistance of the entire design vocabulary. Here is a canvas where aspiration meets realisation, where lifestyle finds its architectural expression!

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.