Aanandam: How a Gurgaon Penthouse Became a Villa in the Sky
In the heart of Gurgaon, Logic Design + Build led by Principal Architect: Ar. Anuj Kapoor reimagined a conventional penthouse into something far more personal. Called Aanandam — Sanskrit for bliss, the home responds to what urban families crave today: light, nature, and a sense of calm within the chaos of the city. What sets Aanandam […]
Maison&Objet 2025: What to expect this fall?
Paris is buzzing again. From September 4 to 8, Maison& Objet returns to the Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre, setting the tone for what’s next in interiors, lifestyle, and design. Twice a year, this fair draws global talent, trend hunters, and tastemakers, and the September edition has always felt a little more electric — it […]
Designing Nostalgia: Tushar Joshi’s Colonel Saab in London
The TIHG Reporter for The Ideal Home and Garden brings you Colonel Saab, London; where dining transforms into a story of memory, luxury, and design. In the heart of London’s Trafalgar Square, an Indian restaurant is quietly rewriting what fine dining can feel like. Colonel Saab, designed by Tushar Pravin Joshi of Utkarsh Vastukaran Design […]
7 New Restaurants and Cafés Across India That Redefine Dining Through Design
From sake bars and Punjabi kitchens to cafés that feel like time-travel, India’s dining scene is buzzing with new spaces where interiors matter just as much as the food. Bookmark these seven restaurants and cafés that are as much about design as they are about flavour. Wagamama, Mumbai Craving serenity in the middle of Mumbai? […]
Homes with Character: Pinterest’s Fall 2025 Trends You’ll Love
Every fall, Pinterest reveals what’s inspiring homeowners and decorators across the globe. This year, the message is loud and clear: our homes are moving away from minimalism and into a warmer, richer, and far more personal chapter.The 2025 Fall Trends Report highlights everything from thrifted treasures to Art Deco revivals, showing us that design in […]
Bungalow No. 72: Where Modern Architecture Meets Quiet Luxury in Mohali
Tucked away in the residential fabric of Mohali is Bungalow No. 72—a modern Indian home that doesn’t just sprawl; it stuns. This 12,000 sq ft residence, built on a 4,100 sq ft plot, is an elegant study in scale, proportion, and the seamless marriage of functionality and finesse. While most large homes risk becoming impersonal, this […]
Alkove-Design Crafts a Pune Home Rooted in Simplicity and Indian Aesthetics
For the Kausthubhans—a family with South Indian roots long settled in Pune—the dream was a home that felt like a bridge between their past and present. They turned to Alkove-Design to bring this vision to life. Two adjacent 3-BHK apartments (a combined 2,183 sq ft) were merged into one big, airy residence with living, dining, […]
Project Lagom Demonstrates Use of Kota Stone, Concealed Furniture, and Open Spatial Transitions
Design Studio: Shreya Mago Designs Inspired by the Scandinavian principle of “Lagom” — meaning “just the right amount” — this residential project by Shreya Mago Designs applies balance and clarity across form, material, and function. The design approach focuses on proportion, practicality, and detailed execution. Every element in the house is intentional, with attention given […]
Monsoon in Farmhouse by i2a Architects Studio Blends Kerala’s Landscape with Modern Living
Location: Thrissur, Kerala Architects: Ar. Sanjukta Chakraborty & Ar. Arjun K J, i2a Architects Studio Photography: Vishnu V Nath Set amidst the lush paddy fields and meandering backwaters of Kerala, this farmhouse by i2a Architects Studio is more than a seasonal getaway—it is a redefinition of home. Designed as a serene retreat, the residence is a thoughtful blend […]
Vermeir House by AB Design: A Layered, Tactile Retreat in Kolkata
Nestled in the heart of Kolkata, Vermeir House is a masterclass in low-maintenance luxury. Designed by Aanchhal Bhuwalka of AB Design and completed in October 2024, this 1,800-sqft residence caters to a mature couple who love to entertain their two sons and four grandchildren—without ever compromising on everyday ease. Highlights Material Mélange: Polished marble, burnished […]