Author: AU News Bureau
GRAFF, a renowned global leader in luxury bath and kitchen fixtures, has introduced the Segovia Collection, inspired by the iconic Segovia Aqueduct in Spain. This collection masterfully blends form and function, drawing inspiration from the aqueduct’s enduring architectural brilliance. The Segovia Collection offers a diverse palette to complement various kitchen aesthetics, available in luxurious finishes like Steelnoxยฎ Satin Nickel, Onyx, Polished Chrome, and Polished Brass. Each finish is meticulously crafted to enhance durability and maintain a flawless appearance over time. Commenting on the collection, Ziggy Kulig, CEO and President, GRAFF, said, “The aqueduct of Segovia transported water for close to…
LIXIL, the innovative manufacturer of water and housing products, celebrated outstanding achievements in the property industry at the Asia Pacific International Property & Hotel Awards 2024-25 in Bangkok this May. Recently, the Indian winners of this prestigious award were honored at the LIXIL Experience Center in Mumbai. The event gathered industry leaders in architecture, interior design, real estate, and property development. Organized by LIXIL’s brands GROHE and American Standard, the felicitation ceremony recognized over 55 Indian award winners across various categories, celebrating the highest levels of achievement in these fields. The Asia Pacific Property Awards, a branch of the renowned…
Global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks, Inc. is set to release the 2025 version of its product line. Vectorworks 2025 aims to redefine 3D interactivity and visualization, offering innovative tools for users to enhance the visualization of models, design intent, and data within their working environment. The new version will enable customers to make intuitive and informed design decisions effortlessly, elevating visual understanding and communication at every phase of the design process. In short, it promises to be a visual marvel. “At Vectorworks, we’re dedicated to creating usability wins for our customers, ensuring that our software doesn’t dictate the…
Ferns Estates and Developers has announced their inclusion in the prestigious 2024 Grohe – Hurun India Real Estate 100 list, securing the 62nd position among India’s top real estate companies. This recognition highlights Ferns Estates’ dedication to excellence, innovation, and sustainable development. Additionally, they are ranked among the top 12 builders in Bangalore. Speaking on the achievement, Errol Fernandes, Chairman and Managing Director of Ferns Estates and Developers, said, “We are thrilled to be featured in the Grohe – Hurun India Real Estate 100 list. This recognition is a reflection of our dedication to quality that caters to the evolving…
SPAN FLOORS, a premier wooden flooring brand in India, has introduced a new collection of Oak and Walnut Engineered Chevron wooden flooring. This latest Chevron collection is eco-friendly, sustainable, and meets the E1 emission standard for formaldehyde, solvents, and VOCs. Available in multiple constructions, these flooring planks are highly stable and well-suited for Indian climatic conditions. The collection features a range of colours, from light, contemporary tones to dark chocolate browns with a slightly open grain finish. The entire range is on display at the SPAN FLOORS store in M-8, M-Block Market, GK-II, New Delhi, and other authorised Span Floors…
Eternia, India’s pioneering brand offering WiWA-certified aluminium doors and windows made from Duraniumโa patented aluminium alloy developed by Hindalcoโhas signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Furniture and Fittings Skill Council (FFSC) to establish India’s first Fenestration Centre of Excellence in Pune. This initiative, named Eternia Academy, marks a significant step towards addressing the critical shortage of skilled professionals in the rapidly evolving fenestration industry. The fenestration industry, encompassing the design, manufacturing, and installation of doors, windows, and facades, is experiencing a surge in demand for skilled workers. However, there remains a gap between the industry’s needs and the…
Berger Paints will invest INR 2,000 crore to establish two greenfield manufacturing plants in eastern India, which are expected to increase the companyโs installed capacity by an additional 25-30 percent. โOur upcoming greenfield project at Panagarh, Bengal, is progressing well. We are in the process of receiving all necessary approvals and the construction activity is about to start. We expect commissioning by end 2025,โ said Kuldip Singh Dhingra, Berger Paints India chairman at the companyโs 100th AGM. โWe have been allotted about 80 acres by the Odisha Industrial Infrastructure Development Corporation in the district of Khurdha to set up a…
The Public Works Department has appointed seven architectural firms to provide technical expertise for designing large-scale building projects undertaken by various state departments. Earlier, a committee of seven members, including representatives from government and educational institutions, as well as architects, was established to empanel eminent architects and architectural consortiums for iconic public sector projects with cost estimates exceeding INR 100 crore. To date, the committee has received applications from 15 architectural firms across the country. The selected firms are CRN Architects, Murali Architects, and OCI Architects from Chennai; Space Ace Architects from Haryana; Mumbai-based Collage Design Private Limited; and Noida-based…
