111. Symphony in Wood
November 15, 2013
By Marina Correa Photography: Toshihisa Ishii; courtesy the architects
The M-4 House is designed as a series of rhythmic volumes that compose a secure and private environment for a family in a quiet neighbourhood of Nagasaki in Japan. Designed by Masahiko Sato of Architect Show Co, the...
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112. Razzmatazz Living
November 14, 2013
to view images click on www.indiaartndesign.com ">By Marina Correa Photography: Akhil Bakshi; courtesy the architects As much as a sample apartment is characterized by the gumption of luxurious living; it seems a befitting example of the designer’s professional prowess…
Characteriz...
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113. Warm and Glamorous
October 28, 2013
By Marina Correa Photography: Courtesy the architect
Intro: Using smart features in camouflaging imperfections; extracting the best usage of space with built-in storage; doubling up functions and exploiting niches to distil maximum benefit – are some brilliant ideas employed in handling a...
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114. Style & Substance
October 23, 2013
By Marina Correa Photography: Courtesy the architect
“I would not exist if I wasn’t an architect,” is a dramatic statement that best describes Priyanka Pradeep, principal architect, PS Design. With design being intrinsic to her persona, she transforms ordinary spaces into plush environments...
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115. Surfaces that speak!
October 21, 2013
By Marina Correa Photography: Courtesy the architect
London-based designer Giles Miller’s surface tiles are truly a feast for the senses — visually, texturally and spatially. What makes Miller’s creations stand apart isn’t the use of extraordinary materials but ordinary material used extrao...
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116. Redefining Structural Forms
October 15, 2013
By Marina Correa Photography: Courtesy the architect
Possessing a dynamic visual vocabulary consisting of clean straight lines, a minimalist palette and a soothing neutral backdrop, Matrubhumi Television Studio, based at Trivandrum makes for an interesting case study…
The brief was ...
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117. Storytelling through Architecture
October 13, 2013
By Marina Correa Photography: Philippe Ruault; courtesy the architects
The Giraffe Childcare Centre designed by Hondelatte Laporte Architects introduces a dollop of fantasy into the routine lives of suburban Parisian townsfolk…
Niched between a towering structure, next to a neighbou...
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118. Less is more
October 07, 2013
By Marina Correa Photography: Courtesy the architect
Intro: Sustainability and simplicity are evoked through colour, material and texture – bringing in freshness to this serene abode…
Copy: Although architect and interior designer Igor Sirotov is Ukrainian, his projects are close...
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119. Hilton Hotel, Pune
October 04, 2013
By Marina Correa Photography: Ritesh Ramaiah Photography; courtesy the architect With a locally available material palette and a minimum of decorative elements, Japanese-based architectural firm M-style Inc. helmed by Ar. Masafumi Sanada tastefully articulates the interiors of DoubleTree ...
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120. 50 Shades of Blue
September 30, 2013
By Marina Correa Photography: Courtesy the architects
When an architect is given complete freedom and flexibility in designing a home, it shows. This lavish South Mumbai home reflects the client’s love for entertaining and plush lifestyle…
The crux of the design concept revolves aro...
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