Author: AU News Bureau

Hafele introduced a new perspective to home security with its comprehensive range of Digital Home Security Solutions. This integrated range combines advanced technologies in digital access modes, safety features, and convenient settings to provoke a serious thought towards home security. Hafele’s solutions enable users to control multiple aspects of home access through a single locking device, tailored to their lifestyle and convenience. The RE-Twist Digital Lock, with its sleek design, provides comprehensive security features such as auto-locking, manual safety locking, and a built-in doorbell. Additionally, Hafele’s ProLock, PL50 Access Control System, offers a keyless access solution for hotels, providing maximum…

Renowned Italian architecture studio Fabio Mazzeo Architects has announced a strategic partnership with Mercury Projects, an award-winning development and project management firm. This partnership will bring Fabio Mazzeo Architects’ visionary designs to the Middle East, leveraging Mercury Projects’ two decades of regional expertise. By combining their strengths, the partnership will deliver seamless project journeys from initial concept to final delivery. Fabio Mazzeo Architects’ creations celebrate collective passion, bridging artisanal and innovative design. This collaborative mindset aligns with Mercury Projects’ obsession with delivery, technical detail, and budget adherence. The Middle East, with its dazzling design vision and passion for innovation, is…

In a recent development, All Design Studio has designed the Coscia Guangzhou Concept Store, a 1,000-square-meter luxury retail space that’s making waves in the design community. Unveiled in 2024, this innovative store is located in the heart of Guangzhou and is garnering attention for its unique blend of Italian luxury and architectural inspiration. The store’s design, centered around the themes of “Foundation Stone” and “Mist,” is a bold departure from traditional retail spaces, offering an immersive shopping experience that converges fashion, art, and architecture. The design features sculptural, irregular boulders that define distinct zones for brands and products. The boulders,…

Arete Design Studio, a Chandigarh-based architecture firm, has been named “Leading & Futuristic Architecture & Design Firm of the Year 2025” in North India. The award recognizes the firm’s excellence in group housing, premium residential projects, and commercial projects. The award was presented by BeginUp Research Intelligence Private Limited at the National Architecture and Interior Design Excellence Awards 2025 ceremony, held at The Taj West End in Bengaluru. The event brought together over 450 architects, designers, builders, and design institutes. Ar. Tripat Girdhar, founder and principal architect of Arete Design Studio, also received the “Visionary & Innovative Architect & Designer…

The India interior design market is projected to grow from $32.1 billion in 2023 to $81.2 billion by 2030, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.3%. This growth is driven by rapid urbanization, increasing disposable income, and a surge in real estate investments. The market is fragmented, with numerous players catering to different segments. South India has emerged as the largest and fastest-growing region for interior design services, driven by the region’s booming real estate developments. Cities like Bengaluru, Chennai, and Hyderabad are major hotspots for real estate and interior design demand. The trend of theme-based interior designs…

AeroShield Materials, an MIT spinout, has successfully produced transparent, super-insulating aerogel insulated glass for full-size entry doors. This milestone marks a significant advancement in energy-efficient window production for residential construction. AeroShield is partnering with ODL, Inc., a leader in door and doorglass solutions, to create the next generation of high-performance entry and patio door products. ODL displayed aerogel-insulated units at the 2025 NAHB International Builders’ Show. “AeroShield’s partnership with ODL represents a critical step forward in commercializing our aerogel glass insulation,” said Dr. Elise Strobach, CEO of AeroShield. “Our aerogel insulation enables window products to surpass ENERGY STAR performance targets…

Spark & Bell, a certified B Corp lighting studio, has launched the “Seraphín” chandelier, a modular three-tiered showpiece made from its unique “Jewel” recycled plastic. Designed by founder Emer Gillespie, the light is the studio’s most opulent piece to date, designed for commercial interiors. The “Seraphín” chandelier features crystalline drops made from recycled plastic, giving an ethereal quality to its cascading design. The light is available in one, two, and three-tiered options, allowing designers to adapt it to different spaces. Each piece is made-to-order, with a maximum diameter of 570mm and 850mm height. The “Jewel” recycled plastic is made in-house…

Transteel has announced a strategic partnership with Deriveit IT Innovations LLP and Vaibhav Inter Décor Pvt Ltd to provide comprehensive solutions for commercial workspace interiors. This collaboration combines AI-powered technology, precision-focused design, and sustainable solutions for corporate offices, educational institutions, hospitality, manufacturing units, and healthcare sectors. As part of its growth strategy, Transteel aims to achieve Rs 100 crores in revenue within the first year of this new vertical. With a robust deal pipeline, the company is positioned to execute large-scale commercial workspace interior projects across various industries. Shiraz Ibrahim, Managing Director, Transteel, said, “At Transteel, we are revolutionising commercial…