The intersection of history and modernity often yields the most compelling designs. In Lucknow, Forearch Studios exemplifies this principle by taking cues from Brutalism to realise an immersive retail experience for Greyscale, an organisation that specialises in innovative and sustainable concrete cladding solutions.
Project name
Greyscale Retail Store
Architecture firm
Forearch Studios
Location
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
Photography
Vaibhav Bhatia
Principal architect
Aman Pasricha (Principal Architect), Pranat Singh (Principal Architect), Mikasha Sinha Pasricha ( Lead Architect)
Design team
Aman Pasricha, Pranat Singh, Mikasha Sinha Pasricha
Collaborators
Text Courtsey: Mehar Deep Kaur
As the festive season approaches, RR Décor brings forth an enchanting collection of luxurious fabrics that embody the essence of India’s vibrant traditions.
Jagrut Shah Architect and Associates: With an area of 590 sqm, this project is located within a gated community, surrounded by densely grown trees. The site itself faces the community's main garden.
Project name
Bhagwati Bungalow
Architecture firm
Jagrut Shah Architect and Associates
Location
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Photography
2613apertures
Principal architect
Jagrut Shah, Keval Vadaliya
Design team
Vishwa, Rutva, Anushree
Interior design
Jagrut Shah Architect and Associates
Structural engineer
AMU Consulting Engineers
Landscape
Jagrut Shah Architect and Associates
Lighting
Wipro Lighting, Noble Lights
Visualization
Jagrut Shah Architect and Associates
Tools used
ZWCAD, SketchUp, Lumion
Budget
3 crore (30 million) INR
Typology
Residential › House
Crafted by D.I.B Collaborative, Brick Abode in Dahod is an architectural reflection of balance, harmony, and intentionality. Sitting on a modest 30 x 40 plot, this two-story residence for a family of four gracefully intertwines modernist design principles with vernacular sensibilities. The clients, seeking a home abundant in light, ventilation, and...
Architecture firm
D.I.B COLLABORATIVE
Location
Dahod, Gujarat, India
Photography
Arif Boriwala
Design team
Husain Sadliwala, Husain Bhabhra, Mustafa Katwara, Mustafa Kagdi
Material
Brick, Concrete, Wood, Metal and Glass
Typology
Residential › House
Interarch Associates: It was 11:30 a.m. on a laid-back Tuesday when I was entering Jitu’s Boutique, a charming bungalow-like structure with white and brick-clad walls nestled amid trees and farm plots. The clouds were adding drama to the earthy-contemporary facade of the boutique, which was showcasing a myriad of fabrics and dresses in its glass di...
Project name
Jitu’s Boutique
Architecture firm
Interarch Associates
Location
Nashik, Maharashtra, India
Photography
Abhishek Chavhan
Principal architect
Dhananjay Mahale
Design team
Kiran Kadam, Pranjal Budhale, Vrushali Dashpute
Interior design
Dhananjay Mahale
Tools used
AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Photoshop
Material
Brick tiles, Kota stone, teak veneer, natural wood, burnt brick, lime plaster, and glass
Typology
Commercial › Retail
Hiren Patel Architects: A design that unites form, functionality, and aesthetics to create a holistic living experience in perfect synergy with nature. Situated on the outskirts of Ahmedabad, Anandvan is a refreshing ode to the delicate balance of functionality, privacy, and aesthetic beauty.
Project name
Anandvan - Forest of Joy
Architecture firm
Hiren Patel Architects
Location
Ahmedabad, India
Photography
Vinay Panjwani
Material
Stone, concrete, glass, wood, brick, steel
Typology
Residential › House
Picture walking into a meticulously curated space where every detail contributes to a narrative of coherence, practicality, and aesthetic splendor. This 1400 Sq.ft 3BHK apartment, located in a freshly built residential complex in Dahod, epitomizes sophisticated interior design.
Project name
Apartment 401
Architecture firm
DIB Collaborative
Location
Dahod, Gujarat, India
Photography
Arif Boriwala
Principal architect
Husain Bhabhrawala
Design team
Husain Bhabhrawala, Mustafa Katwara
Interior design
D.I.B Collaborative
Environmental & MEP engineering
Visualization
D.I.B Collaborative
Client
Kaizar Bhabhrawala
Typology
Residential › Apartment
The Lakhani Villa, in Ahmedabad, embodies the concept of ‘Tranquil Modernism’, blending timeless contemporary design principles with serene, nature-integrated living spaces. With an aesthetic featuring a clean geometry and uncluttered spaces, it provides a sanctuary from the urban chaos.
Project name
Lakhani Villa
Architecture firm
INI Design Studio
Location
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Photography
Vinay Panjwani, India
Principal architect
Jayesh Hariyani, Bhrugu Gangadia
Design team
• Project Director: Jayesh Hariyani • Project Lead Designer: Bhrugu Gangadia • Project coordinator: Shambhu Jadav
Interior design
INI Design Studio
Landscape
INI Design Studio
Structural engineer
VMS Engineering and Design Services Private Limited
Civil engineer
PSP Projects Ltd.
Environmental & MEP
INI Infrastructure & Engineering
Material
Concrete, Marble, Glass
Typology
Residential › Villa
