The dynamics and versatility of the Indian courtyard typology| and lots more

Thought n Impact

Ar. Sanjay Puri’s ‘18 Screens’ home in Lucknow – Finalist at the World Architecture Festival 2019’s Completed House Category - is contextualised by traditional Indian courtyard typology that acclimatises the spaces to the regional weather; while variation in volumetric proportions anchors it to a contemporary vibe…

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Editorial Dear IAnDian, Design per se has a lot to do with human behaviour and its outcome - specific to situations and circumstances. Good design then is focussed, constructive problem solving - examples of which are seen in this issue that traverses customised design solutions from a home to an institution... addressing much more than mere physical requisites Toy Story is a play school in Bangalore, where the built form is orchestrated to induce a nurturing environment working towards holistic personality development of toddlers. The inward-looking typology manifests in different avatars as you move to the Cleft House design by Anagram Architects. This house takes the traditional Indian courtyard typology to another level with its planning, contemporising it. Our cover story follows the same courtyard typology acclimatising the home. The design by Sanjay Puri Architects goes the extra mile by following a contextual and dynamic program. Let me leave you to discover the rest... Enjoy the issue and do leave us your feedback on editor@indiaartndesign.com Warmly, Savitha Hira Editor								sponsored

The villa that mimics the Golden Shower tree| Sneakers are the new femme haute couture| your chair and the comfort factor| and more

Projects

SquareWorks designs a multi-layered energising home – Finalist in the World Architecture Festival 2019 Completed Projects Villa category - with a tall program of distinct spatial formations, despite circulatory interconnections…

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Editorial Dear IAnDian, Doing things differently seems to be a growing mantra that pushes people to go off the beaten path, get creative and explore. Check out our stories this week that endorse this seemingly global mindset. While the fashion front has sneakerheads as the super style icons, pairing those comfortable soles with anything and everything wearable; the interior scene is basking in the glow of nature and minimalism. Most spaces are working towards an interior-exterior equilibrium that blurs the boundaries and fosters a nature-endowed spatial experience. Our cover story - Villa Amaltas is a beautifully orchestrated spatial flow that thrives on its zoning and courtyard appeal. Do check it out. The project is a finalist at the World Architecture Festival 2019! Without extolling the virtues of this 'hatke' approach, let me leave you to discover the simplicity and serenity behind these projects. Enjoy the issue. Warmly, Savitha Hira Editor								sponsored

Interior design for little children| Luxury waterfront home in Cape Town| Burning Man Festival| and more

Projects

The SIS Prep preschool in Gurugram - Finalist in INSIDE - World Festival of Interiors 2019 Health and Education category - is sensitively designed to nurture the innate and nascent learning abilities of toddlers, rooting towards a holistic development that steers away from academic rote…

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Editorial Dear IAnDian, Our hearts surge with self-esteem as we review projects and respond to emails from different parts of the globe. We’ve been receiving portfolios from Poland, Connecticut, Nevada, Cape Town, Bordeaux in France etc., etc … You humble us dear architects; especially so when you entrust us with the very first look of your amazing work. This helps us raise our benchmark. Do please continue to repose your trust in us. This week, in our ongoing publication of projects shortlisted for the final win at the World Architecture Festival2019, we bring you the Inside awardee – P A L Design Group’s project for toddlers as the cover story. And of course, as is usual, more interesting stuff ensues… Enjoy the issue. Warmly, Savitha Hira Editor								sponsored

PVR Gurugram revisits the Golden Age of Cinema| Filigree wall art| Delhi home with vintage splashes and monochrome magic| and more

Projects

Monochrome luxury, vintage influences and a mosaic of dissimilar styles… Atrey and Associates uses a confluence of design elements to cull out this well-appointed Vaastu-compliant abode…

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Editorial Dear IAnDian, This week we bring you three distinct stories - a restaurant, a cinema house and a home - each seeped in nostalgic musings; that is to say that each has been designed with distinct references of epochs gone by, subtly and discerningly woven into the contemporary mandate that is the call of the present day. What stands out is the growing preoccupation with the rich cultural leanings of yore. Their incorporation into the 'now' in ever evolving modern avatars then becomes key to eclectic ambiences with robust ancestries. An issue full of interior design ideas. Enjoy! Warmly, Savitha Hira Editor								sponsored

Adaptive and creative reuse| Mental health and workplace design| A little Italy in Russia| and more…

Projects

Studio PKA repurposes a wasted space into a furniture retail outlet - Finalist in INSIDE - World Festival of Interiors 2019 Retail category - juxtaposing contemporary charm with the old-world character of the heritage precinct of Ballard Estate in South Mumbai…

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Editorial Dear IAnDian, Adaptive and creative reuse are terms that have their roots in the age-old Indian mindset of jugaad. The intuitive practice of our ancestors, irrespective of their qualifications and expertise in design, was more a natural response to stuff than a mindful solution. One can say that an ingrained value-system was at play. Without dwelling on the paucity of this aspect of our lives in current times, we veer your attention towards the cover story and its adaptive reuse ethos. No doubt, this is an excellent footprint towards conservation and sustainability. Also, take a look at our Product Hub section, and you will see how Denim is being repurposed in handcrafted sunglasses, giving impetus to a new fashion statement. Besides these, check out mental wellbeing as the foci of interior design; how Bohemian style remains evergreen; and how architectural vocabulary effects community development... Enjoy the read! Warmly, Savitha Hira Editor								sponsored