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Visualisation tool Wizlah TH has redefined the way people live through smart furniture and interior design solutions with its innovative 3D mapping technology. The company began its journey by participating in a business pitching programme from real estate company Pruksa Holding in 2020. The following year, it made significant progress in realising its vision, conceptualising furniture solutions for home living and successfully passing critical decision gates. This progress underscored Wizlah THโs dedication to innovation and its ability to deliver tangible results in a competitive market landscape. Within 2021, it generated an actual revenue of THB4.4m. The company now serves both…
More than 600 submissions to an open international competition for a new architecture and design museum in Helsinki have been revealed recently. The first stage of the anonymous competition to design the ยฃ90m (EUR โฌ105m) scheme on the Finnish capitalโs South Harbour is understood to have seen several entries from UK practices. The scheme, which is being designed for the Foundation for the Finnish Museum of Architecture and Design and state-owned real estate firm ADM, is expected to be among the most prominent civic buildings in the city. Located on a waterfront site currently being used as a carpark where…
GROHE, a global leader in bathroom solutions and kitchen fittings, partnered with AD India to present the prestigious GROHE Bath & Design Awards 2024 for the third year in a row. This year’s ceremony took place in New Delhi and brought together prominent figures from the architecture and design community. The event celebrated exceptional creativity and innovation among architects and designers nationwide. The theme, “World of Wellness,” highlighted the evolving role of bathrooms as personal retreats that promote both physical and mental well-being. Winners were chosen through a rigorous selection process designed to ensure that exceptional talent was duly recognized…
SPAN FLOORS, a leading brand of wooden flooring and exterior wood in India, has introduced ABODO’s Vulcan Exterior wood Shingles. Known for setting high standards in premium wood flooring and exterior wood solutions, SPAN FLOORS offers this unique product that combines durability, eco-friendliness, and aesthetic appeal. With the Vulcan Shingles launch, the brand continues to lead the way in bringing cutting-edge, sustainable solutions to architects, designers, and homeowners across the country. With a 15-year Built to Last Warranty, FSCยฎ certification, and a focus on responsible forestry, Vulcan Shingles exemplify the forward-thinking approach that SPAN FLOORS represents. This launch not only…
Shortlist in the Best Identity Design category of Eat Drinkย Design Awards was released recently. The three projects have been shortlisted. Rydges, Melbourne – Luchetti Krelle The Lyall – DKO The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne – BAR Studio Readers can see the full gallery of shortlisted projects on the Eat Drink Design Awards website. The Eat Drink Design Awards are organized by Architecture Media (publisher of ArchitectureAu). The 2024 awardsโ principal partner is Laminex. The Eat Drink Design Awards are endorsed by the Australian Institute of Architects and the Design Institute of Australia
Hoults Yard-based Design North, part of the Architects Group, has been awarded a series of commissions to transform spaces along the historic Newcastle road. Work is currently under way to develop and design concepts for Earl Grey House, the former Bagnall & Kirkwood building, and the Theatre Royal, which is having some of its facilities updated to provide more accessible services. Designs are also being prepared for a new flagship Newcastle Building Society branch opposite Greyโs Monument. A listed building on Mosley Street is also being converted into a fine dining restaurant, bar and aparthotel, along with the redevelopment of…
JK Super Cement announced Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah as its new brand ambassador recently. Love Raghav, AVP & Head – Branding at JK Cement, shared his thoughts on the partnership, stating, โWe are delighted to welcome Jasprit Bumrah as our brand ambassador. His qualities of discipline, consistency, and unparalleled strength mirror the values we uphold at JK Super Cement. This collaboration truly exemplifies our brand ethos and our dedication to delivering excellence.โ He further elaborated, “Over the past ten months, we’ve embarked on a comprehensive journey to reinvent JK Super Cement, with rigorous analysis, creativity, and strategic execution shaping…
Real Estate Company Bric-X Infra recently celebrated its 5th anniversary according to a press release. It is a milestone that reflects its remarkable growth and commitment to excellence. Over the past half-decade, the company has established itself as a trusted player in both the residential and commercial real estate markets. As the company celebrates this success, it is gearing up for an exciting new phase of expansion and diversification. Building on its momentum, the company is all set to expand its footprint by opening new branches in the highly competitive Delhi NCR region in the coming years. As part of…