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Interior Designer award of high reputation, the A’ Design Award, has announced Go Fujita as a Silver winner for his exceptional work titled “S House” in the Interior Space and Exhibition Design category. This refined three-story concrete exposed house, located in Ashiya, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, has been acknowledged for its outstanding design and innovative approach to blending interior and exterior spaces. The S House’s recognition by the A’ Interior Space, Retail and Exhibition Design Award highlights its relevance to current trends and needs within the interior design industry. This award-winning design showcases how thoughtful spatial planning, material selection, and attention…
Metal Composite Panels(MCP) manufacturers Viva recently launched a new experience centre in Hisar, Haryana. Located at S.S. Enterprises, JK Complex, near the Tata Showroom on Delhi Road, this state-of-the-art facility offers customers and industry professionals a comprehensive view of Vivaโs diverse and innovative product range. The experience centre was inaugurated by Prakash Jain, Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of Viva Composite Panel Pvt. Ltd., alongside Directors Nitin Jain and Mayank Jain. This latest addition enhances the brandโs presence in Haryana, enabling architects, designers, and end-users to explore Vivaโs wide array of high-quality cladding solutions. Prakash Jain, CMD, Viva Composite Panel…
New York head-quartered Humanscale recently introduced theโ Smart Conference Chairโ crafted for the dynamic hybrid work landscape in India, that takes intuitive comfort to a new level of luxury, suitable for any meeting space /conference rooms that accommodate in office and hybrid meetings in which fewer people use a dedicated chair. Adapted from iconic industrial designer Niels Diffrient’s original, award-winning Smart Chair, the Smart Conference emphasizes function. “A smart chair adapts to your weight and shape automatically, as if the chair were made just for you,” said Diffrient. This approach provides a streamlined sitting experience with unparalleled support for nearly…
Sugatsune, a leading Japanese metal hardware manufacturer, elevates everyday spaces with innovative solutions. Founded in 1930, the company combines precision engineering and durability, showcasing Japanese craftsmanship. With nearly a century of experience, Sugatsune sets high standards for quality across various sectors including homes, offices, architecture, and industrial applications. In India, Sugatsune is committed to enhancing spaces by making them more convenient, safe, and unique. Each year, the company introduces new products to align with the latest design trends and technological advancements. With over 20,000 products spanning various categories, including hinges, pocket door systems, handles, locks, drawer slides, and hooks, Sugatsuneโs…
Key player in pre-engineered building industry, Interarch Building Products Limited announced its unaudited financial results for the first quarter ended 30th June 2024. Consolidated Q1FY25 Financial Performance: โข Net revenue growth of 3.31% to INR 303 Cr compared to INR 294 Cr in Q1 FY24. โข EBITDA (excluding other income) was INR 27.06 Cr in Q1 FY25 as against INR 25.18 Cr in Q1 FY24, YoY growth of 7.45% this was led by better realization. โข EBITDA Margin for the quarter stood at 8.92% โข Profit After Tax for the first quarter stood at INR 20.3 Cr as against INR…
Italian brand Fast has unveiled a range of aluminum outdoor furniture with a focus on sustainability and longevity. The team fuses technology and traditional craftsmanship in order to “enhance the enjoyment of natural landscapes.” Some highlight capsules are the Naca, Roรจ, and Samba collections — the Naca is made up of tables with curved legs. The Roรจ features dining armchairs, sofas, and coffee tables. The Samba is made up of storage units that are crafted from aluminum frames. The Forest collection is also notable and is designed by Robby Cantarutti & Partners — it is the company’s best-selling capsule since…
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…