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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

Ar. Ekta Agarwal of FOAID Designs renovates this 22-year-old Chennai home catering to contemporaneous lifestyle choices imbuing the home with abundant natural light and ventilation, wholesome landscaping, and an ingrained luxe ambience.

tHE gRID Architects use colour and natural light as the mainstay of the Rangoli School headquarters' design, playing on simplicity and studied restraint to chisel an ambience of openness.

Studio Wright Inspires uses a central dramatic element - a winding staircase - as the piece de resistance of this earthy Bengaluru home, defining its materiality, scale, and spatial vocabulary.

Chain10 Architecture & Interior Design Institute orchestrates an almost Zen-like ambience, carefully curated to maximise natural light, in this Art Deco building with dark glasses in Taiwan.

Nature-centric minimalist interiors give way to a clutter-free expanse, playing majorly with light, inviting contemplation at this Tea Room designed by Ideorealm Design Studio. The idea is to mitigate external forces of stress and introspect, finding peace with oneself.

Light, landscape, and natural materials orchestrate a beautiful extension to this home in New South Wales, inspired by Japanese architecture, and designed by Sandbox Studio

White marble flooring exudes luxury, sophistication, and timeless elegance, making it a coveted choice for residential and commercial spaces alike. Whether you're renovating your home or designing a new space, white marble flooring offers versatility and aesthetic appeal. In this article, we'll explore design tips and installation techniques to help you make the most of this exquisite material. Understanding White Marble Varieties: Introduce readers to different types of white marble such as Carrara, Calacatta, Thassos, and Statuario. Highlight the unique characteristics of each variety, including color variations, veining patterns, and texture. Choosing the Right White Marble for Your Space: Consider the overall aesthetic and design theme of your space. Evaluate factors such as durability, maintenance requirements, and budget constraints when selecting the perfect white marble. Design Tips for White Marble Flooring: Create contrast with dark or vibrant-colored accents to make the white marble pop. Incorporate lighting to enhance the natural beauty of the marble and create visual interest. Experiment with different laying patterns such as herringbone, basketweave, or diagonal for added visual impact. Practical Considerations: Assess the traffic flow and usage of the space to determine the appropriate finish for the marble (e.g., polished, honed, or brushed). Ensure proper sealing of the marble to protect against stains and moisture damage, especially in high-traffic areas like kitchens and bathrooms. Installation Techniques: Hire experienced professionals for the installation to ensure precision and quality workmanship. Properly prepare the subfloor to ensure a stable and level surface for laying the marble tiles. Use high-quality adhesives and grouts suitable for marble to ensure long-lasting results.

A dance of nature, light and time, the immersive design of this Beijing office by Cun Design creates a transcendent dialogue with the space, while rejuvenating an old industrial relic in the city.

In a world, where over the top homes are preferred, comes a home that makes the base minimum fashionable! Germany's House Rheder II is all set to make the news with its glass walls inviting a lush green landscape into the interiors. Find out how to live in the essential here

If architecture is music in stone can its "limbs" dance? Architecture only remains still in pic­tures. In real life its natural state is one of tran­sition. Both man and light move within it. Inside a house among coarse Mediterranean glades and corrugated stone walls, a slanting light, pierced by innumerable narrow repeated blades, inscribes and describes the walls with its imper­manent, mutable hand.

Arshia Architects bag 18 awards and counting for their organic, dynamic building atop a buried podium, proposing an alternative model within the confines of stringent regulations, whilst fully capitalising on the natural topography and surrounding vistas.

The Yogananda Library in Himachal Pradesh exudes a strong architectural vocabulary that not only defines its functions but empowers its serene yet pulsating environment. Check it out her and leave us your views...