Author: AU News Bureau
Jean-Marc Farré has joined Robe Lighting as a Regional Manager for the south of France. This appointment follows recent internal restructuring related to Robe’s acquisition of Avolites in autumn 2023, resulting in new responsibilities taken on by Terry Di Isernia, who becomes the general all-markets manager for Avolites in France. Talking about the new appointment, Bruno Garros, Managing Director, Robe Lighting France, said, “We are thrilled to have someone of Jean-Marc’s calibre onboard, someone who is respected particularly for heading up lighting projects and managing technical production for so many events and well-known venues like the Scène de Bayssan near…
The Brick Industry Association (BIA) has opened entries for the 2024 Brick in Architecture Awards, the leading international design competition featuring fired-clay brick. Entries are due by Nov. 1. Projects may be submitted in nine categories and will compete for a Best in Class, Gold, Silver or Bronze award. An overall Craftsmanship Award will honor one project recognizing an individual mason or team for exceptionally artful or unique installation. “The awards showcase brick’s virtually limitless versatility for inspired and sustainable design that can achieve any aesthetic,” said Ray Leonhard, President and CEO, BIA. As per the competition rules, all submissions…
Architecture firm Mobius Studio from Thailand, designs a sculptural project’ Kaew Boutique’ to accommodate tourists, families and pets alike. The work is largely defined by circular organization and its slat facade, strategically planned for optimal airflow to passively ensure comfortable and relaxed interiors. Kaew Boutique is a sub-brand of Kaew, a well-known souvenir shop established in 1990 in Kanchanaburi, Thailand. Famous for its snacks, Kaew decided to rebrand in 2022 as the economy began to stagnate post-pandemic. The new Kaew Boutique concept store focuses on selling creative Thai desserts. The team’s vision was to create a landmark and welcoming space…
Home products startup 10Club Homes plans to open about 30 brick-and-mortar stores in the next two years as part of the direct-to-consumer (D2C) brand’s strategy to spread its physical retailing network. “Almost 75% of the market is in physical retailing and that is why it is important for us to have a robust physical presence,” said Kavitha Rao, Co-founder,10Club Homes. 10Club Homes sells about 1,000 stock-keeping units (SKUs) in “home and small things around the home” including products for gardens, kitchens, décor items, flowers, furnishings, and dining items among other household items. “We, however, don’t do the furniture part,” said…
Global Architecture studio, Foster + Partners has unveiled a revitalization masterplan for an earthquake-hit region Hatay in southeast Turkey, after the terrible earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria on February 6, 2023. For the revitalization masterplan, Foster + Partners collaborated with leading Turkish practices DB Architects and KEYM Urban Renewal Centre, alongside engineering firm Buro Happold, and transport planning firm MIC-HUB. The masterplan is part of a larger revitalization plan led by Türkiye Design Council (TDC), an NGO that, following the earthquake, brought together local and international firms in engineering, planning, architecture, and urban design. Foster + Partners has presented…
UltraTech Cement Limited struck a deal with N Srinivasan and his family to acquire a majority stake in The India Cements Limited recently. As per the media reports, Ultratech will pay ₹3,954 crore at ₹390/share to buy 32.72 per cent stake in India Cements from the promoters and their associates. Khaitan & Co advised and assisted UltraTech Cement on structuring the transaction, preparing transaction documents and mandatory tender offer. The transaction team consisted of Haigreve Khaitan (Senior Partner), Abhishek Dadoo (Partner), Niren Patel (Partner), Shashank Patil (Counsel), Jayantika Khanna (Principal Associate), Aman Bagaria (Senior Associate) and Vritika Lakhwani (Associate). Source:…
LAFLO collaborated with KrisFlyer, the loyalty programme of Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group recently. This will bring more rewards in travel and lifestyle experiences for KrisFlyer members. This exclusive collaboration takes the form of a campaign titled “A Journey of Curiosity” which offers customers one KrisFlyer mile for every IDR 40,000 spent on LAFLO products. LAFLO initiated the “A Journey of Curiosity” campaign featuring distinctive environments that embodies LAFLO’s ideals and inspires designers and architects to cultivate their perspectives through discovery. Erlangga Boenawan, President Director of LAFLO, invited guests to browse through LAFLO’s top-notch collections, including kitchen appliances, furniture, lighting, and…
Global software provider for the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry, Nemetschek India partnered with Chennai-based ICT Academy recently. The MoU was signed in the presence of Dr Palanivel Thiagarajan, Minister of Information Technology and Digital Services of Tamil Nadu, IAS Officer Kumar Jayant, Additional Chief Secretary to the Government of Tamil Nadu, along with others. This collaboration, the company said, aims to enhance digital transformation in education through advanced technology and training programmes, giving it access to over 1000 member engineering colleges of ICT Academy. The MoU outlines a strategic partnership focusing on upskilling students and professionals, preparing them…
