Humanism in design - endorsed one way or the other!

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Conceived by Panorama Design Group in central Hong Kong, the K11 MUSEA is a kids’ shopping arcade cum playhouse – the very first of its kind.

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Editorial Dear IAnDian, The highlight of last week's activity at our office was mulling over the goings-on at the Women in Design conference, where several aspects of the profession of architecture and design were discoursed and contemplated upon. Whilst the highlight of the conference was the attention to the intangible - that perhaps is intensified from the point of view of a woman architect - amid the abundance of tangibles, the sheer assimilation of information and knowledge that the packed 3-days were all about, was certainly a rejuvenating experience. Take a look at the concise gist that we've brought you from the WID2020+ held in Mumbai over the last weekend. Our stories this week bring you a little from various quarters - design for children; healthcare in sports; nurturing simplicity and trendiness in a contemporary home; and cultural architecture. Our cover story that talks about the development of a holistic personality in a child, which begins from unhindered interaction with his immediate environment and is impacted by space, colour and materiality manifests in the interiors of a playhouse cum shopping arcade - the intent being what the owners call an "edu-shopping centre". Check out how designer Horace Pan of Panorama Design, Hong Kong crafts this interesting enterprise in what is being called the first-of-its-kind for kids. As a special initiative, we begin a Special Issue tomorrow, where we will familiarise you with pertinent aspects of design as they broadly gained ground in 2019, and where the professionals feel they are headed to in 2020! So, keep an eye out for the upcoming stories... Warmly, Savitha Hira								sponsored

When architecture is vocal| Wabi-sabi and luxury interiors| Contextual facade design| and more

Projects

tHE gRID Architects design a bungalow in Nagpur that holistically integrates light, air, greenery, materials and views, providing a living experience that extends beyond the built form…

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Editorial Dear IAnDian, We bring you four very strong stories this week. Our cover story - The Axis House is eloquent about how architecture can be vocal. Well, in the past too, we've brought you many such built forms that communicate on a metaphysical level. Here again is a footprint that defines an excellent balance of seamlessness and elegance - the base to nurture the growth of home and hearth. The home in Ukraine too and its distinctive wabi-sabi references steer a similar path. Minimalist... Introspective... Invoking the sublime. And the two facade stories intrigue with a narrative that goes beyond the built fabric, looking holistically at the social, economic and cultural context. Whilst the Tokyo hotel establishes its signature culture and vies for tourist interest; the Gurgaon facade attempts to break the industrial stereotype of a neighborhood, integrating sustainable solutions in the bargain. Let me leave you to enjoy the read. Warmly, Savitha Hira Editor								sponsored

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Team IndiaArtnDesign applauds Ar. Abhigyan Neogi of Chromed Design Studio, Delhi; and Ar. Fran Silvestre of Fran Silvestre Arquitectos, Spain as the Architects of the year 2019!

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Editorial Dear IAnDian, The year has drawn to a close. A fulfilling year that forged many new relationships, strengthened old ones. Some nasty incidents too peppered our scenarios. Yet, 2019 was a fulfilling year. You gave us a lot of encouragement and appreciation. A big "Thank you" for helping us constantly raise the bar. This week we're bringing you the most loved project and product - by reader's choice and the Editor's choice too - top 3 projects of the year. Additionally, we bring you the two Architects of the Year 2019 as we applaud them at IndiaArtnDesign. The decision has been tough, to say the least. Challenging too, as the works that we feature almost every day, all year round, have already been through a grind to find their place. Sifting through them again was daunting, but enjoyable; as several nuances of different projects came to mind... It has been a year full of learning and sharing knowledge. We take this to yet another level in 2020 as we ready ourselves to bring you new content - new formats, new perspectives. Wishing you a very Prosperous & Contented New Year 2020! Warmly, Savitha Hira Editor								sponsored

The vibe of stylish homes| Samsung’s new mobile accessory| Spanish bar in Amsterdam| and more

Projects

La Cerveceria, Amsterdam’s latest bar establishment curates a complementary atmosphere that is touristic and local, both at once…

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Editorial Dear IAnDian, 'Vibe' is a buzzword in interiors. It's an established fact that the interiors of a space have a positive or negative effect on a person. Therefore, the studies of colour, pattern etc., etc., that take into consideration psychological balances of various elements for that overall sync. In our stories this week, vibe plays the showstopper all the way - in the homes in Mumbai and Delhi, the office in China and the bar in Amsterdam. Moreover, it's the vibe of a feel-good upgrade that is communicated via the Star of Galaxy by Samsung (check out the Product Hub). It is the vibe of the season too that's upon us in full cheer. So, as you settle down post-party mode, browse through our stories and as always, we're waiting for your feedback. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas! Warmly, Savitha Hira Editor								sponsored

Kartarpur Corridor – architecture that unites| A poetic building| Outer space interiors| and more

Projects

Eclipsing geographical boundaries and representing oneness and harmony, the Landport Terminal Building at Dera Baba Nanak, Punjab, marks a step towards unity between India and Pakistan.

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Editorial Dear IAnDian, The best part about designing is striking a balance between work and play; between fun and responsibility; and between a deep sense of respect and accountability on one hand, and the challenge of a break-through on the other. Our many conversations with various architects and designers have veered around the aforesaid principles and aspects of a project - their animated visages a complete give-away of the passion that drives them. And as we see it, this is reflected in their projects as well, as you will see in the different approaches that govern our stories for the week. The socially, culturally and politically significant Kartarpur Corridor project, the terminal of which is designed by Creative Group (our cover story) is a sensitively rendered design - manifold in its thought and execution. A must read. The other projects - the LED overdose in Interstellar - the Mexico restaurant that takes you to another world; the pizzeria brand exercise that is executed with aplomb by Chromed Design Studio; or even the poetic architecture of the Shanxiao pavilion in progressive Chongqing, China... speak of dreams, aspirations, the keen desire to deliver to society at large. We hope the nuances of design that've touched us, are communicated to you as well. Warmly, Savitha Hira Editor								sponsored