Author: AU News Bureau

Mumbai-based furniture store The Great Eastern Home’s latest tableware collection comprises an impressive range of glassware, crockery, tea sets, and cutlery, showcasing a captivating blend of exquisite craftsmanship and enduring elegance. Among the highlights of this extraordinary collection are the Benjarong tableware and White tea sets, each very special in their own right. Originally reserved for Thai royalty, the golden Benjarong enameled porcelain, crafted exclusively for The Great Eastern Home in Mumbai, features meticulous designs on selected white porcelain. The term “Benjarong,” meaning “five colors” in Sanskrit, reflects its traditional palette, creating a captivating blend of vibrant colors and tropical…

MOLA Architecture is delighted to announce the appointment of three new Associates in recognition of their outstanding contribution to the success and growth of the practice. The Associates are Gosia Meder Baumann, Ela Walkowiak and Ben Thomas. The practice says it looks forward to the new Associates playing a greater involvement in the management and strategic development of the company, playing key roles in determining its future direction. Michael O’Carroll, Director , MOLA Architecture sees the practice’s commitment to professional and personal development, and enabling career progression as key to attracting and retaining the talented people so critical to the…

Geetanjali Homestate, a prominent name in the real estate industry known for its commitment to excellence and innovation, announced the launch of its Interior Design Service. With a focus on collaboration and personalized design solutions, this new offering aims to transform residential and commercial spaces into havens of style, functionality, and comfort. With Geetanjali Homestate’s Interior Design Service, customers are offered to embark on a collaborative journey where their vision meets expert craftsmanship. From initial consultations to final execution, the company’s team of seasoned designers ensures a seamless and personalized experience, turning dreams into reality. Sunil Sisodiya, Founder, Geetanjali Homestate,…

The Indian construction equipment industry has continued its strong growth trajectory, posting a 25 per cent increase in the fiscal year that ended on March 31, 2024. This marks the second consecutive year of double-digit growth, with industry volumes reaching a new peak in the post-Covid period. Total industry volumes reached about 1,35,000 units, including both domestic and export sales, in FY24, up from about 1,08,000 units in FY23. “The growth in FY24 was driven by sub-segments such as earth moving, material handling and concrete equipment, although the road construction segment experienced a slight slowdown. After witnessing a significant drop…

Hampton Sky Realty Ltd announced receiving government approval for its upcoming 12 Acre commercial project in Ludhiana. This ambitious project is set to redefine the urban landscape, boasting wide roads and ample green spaces across its footprint. This project, located near the Ludhiana-Chandigarh Road on NH-5, is anticipated to begin construction soon. An architectural firm from Los Angeles is preparing concept drawings for this project. It comprises a high street shopping mall, a diverse range of gourmet restaurants, trendy cafes, and artisanal eateries, and an entertainment hub. Committed to environmental conservation, the project will incorporate state-of-the-art sustainable design elements. These…

Recently, the Surat chapters of The Indian Institute of Architects (IIA) and the Institute of Indian Interior Designers (IIID) jointly organized an evening dedicated to honoring the architectural luminary Raj Rewal. In this gathering, Rewal generously shared his insights with the local design community. Through a captivating presentation, Rewal elucidated his design philosophy, which artfully merges modernity with tradition. He delved into the conceptual underpinnings of his seminal projects, such as the iconic Hall of Nations and Hall of Industries (1972 International Trade Fair, New Delhi), Parliament Library in New Delhi, Nehru Pavilion at Pragati Maidan New Delhi, and the…

Heatherwick Studio has unveiled visuals for a new school featuring colorful basketry-formed terraces in Bogota, Colombia. The project, set to be built on Calle 72, one of the city’s main arteries, will distinguish with the front façade made up of colourful, crated columns and open terraces in a basketry form. Once complete, it will be Heatherwick’s first building completed in South America. The seven-storey building will be a new home to the school of sustainable design and workshops. The new building will be part of the Universidad Ean in Colombia. “The design pays homage to the local craft traditions including…

Signify, a lighting solutions company, said it has provided LED streetlights to 61 tribal and marginal villages in Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh. The project was executed in partnership with a NGO, Jana Kalyana Samakhya, under its CSR initiative, Har Gaon Roshan. The company in a release said that the project has helped more than 16,500 villagers and over 3,900 households with 700 high-quality energy efficient outdoor streetlights. The illuminated streets have reduced the risk of human-wildlife conflict cases, providing more time for economic and livelihood activities, and enhancing women’s safety, it added. Nikhil Gupta, Head-Marketing, CSR India, Signify, said,…