Author: AU News Bureau

Key player in decorative laminates and surface solutions, Merino, showcased its latest innovations at MATECIA 2024, one of the most prominent exhibitions dedicated to materials and design. Held from August 22-25 at Yashobhoomi, Dwarka, Delhi, the event attracted architects, designers, and industry professionals eager to experience Merino’s pioneering products. Merino’s presence at MATECIA 2024 was marked by the unveiling of its “Tribute to India” Imagino Design range, alongside the Sampada collection. These collections, celebrated for their exquisite blend of Indian art and heritage, captivated attendees and exemplified Merino’s commitment to celebrating Indian craftsmanship. In addition to these culturally rich designs,…

Zaha Hadid Architects( ZHA) is working alongside Malaysia’s HIJJAS Architects + Planners and AJM-Planning and Urban Design Group on the ‘Discovery City’ project, which aims to become a benchmark for sustainable development in Malaysia. Discovery city will be located within the 28 sq km Ibrahim Technopolis, an eco city in the Johor–Singapore Special Economic Zone that is being developed by state-owned investment manager Johor Corporation and JLand Group.It will contain green features such as renewable power generation, rainwater reuse and construction will use locally sourced and recycled materials. The centre of Discovery City will contain a $61m cultural centre, also…

Turkish architect Melike Altınışık designed the world’s first robot and artificial intelligence museum recently. It is now opened its doors to visitors in the South Korean capital Seoul. Altınışık emerged victorious among 47 contenders from the international competition organized for the museum project in 2008. “A total of 177 teams participated in the competition in the preselection period, and our museum design was chosen as one of the top five finalists from 47 projects that were submitted. We learned that our proposal had won the top prize in 2019 after the projects were presented to the jury in Seoul,” Altınışık…

The A’ Design Award recently announced Feng Tian Restaurant designed by Qiming Zhang as the recipient of the Silver A’ Design Award in the Interior Space and Exhibition Design category. This prestigious recognition highlights the exceptional design and innovation demonstrated by Qiming Zhang in creating an outstanding interior space that elevates the dining experience. The Silver A’ Design Award for Feng Tian Restaurant holds significant relevance for the interior design industry and its stakeholders. This recognition showcases the project’s alignment with current trends and best practices in interior design, emphasizing the importance of creating spaces that seamlessly blend functionality, aesthetics,…

US-based Humanscale recently launched its ‘Perfect Workstation’ to meet the growing demand for comprehensive ergonomic solutions in the workplace (office or home) that enhances health and productivity. Humanscale’s ‘Perfect Workstation’, which would be an unmatched blend of Ergonomics, Design and Technology that the brand is globally renowned for, would comprise of an H-Frame Linear Workstation combined with Height Adjustable Desk, Ergonomic Chair, Monitor arm, Docking station and a Keyboard system. Humanscale makes products that allow workstations to adapt to the user, rather than the other way around. Humanscale’s range of intuitive work tools were designed to be used together to…

Key player in ceramic industry Charu Ceramic is set to launch COTTO one-piece toilet  in the thriving market of Bangladesh. Crafted with the latest advancements, COTTO toilets offer exceptional efficiency and hygiene along with quick and hassle-free installation system. A profound focus on smart and eco-friendly solutions enhances user experience, thereby contributing to a more sustainable future. Reduced water consumption and various types of syphon flushing systems are some of the sustainable features. Meanwhile, tornado flush and rimless design will give a super smooth flushing experience. Moreover, the usage of Hygiene Glaze is a unique method that develops the surface…

The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID recently launched Design Finder by ASID, a platform developed to streamline the search for qualified interior designers and interior design suppliers and provide an easy and intuitive way to search for interior designer practitioners, members, and partners based on project needs. “ASID is thrilled to offer Designer Finder to design customers who are looking for qualified interior designers and suppliers for all of their project needs,” said Khoi Vo, Chief Executive Officer, ASID. “As the only design organization serving all sectors, ASID provides consumers with a simplified search of interior designers, firms, product…

The A’ Design Award announced M plus R Interior Architecture as a Silver winner for their exceptional work on The Evoluon, a museum in Eindhoven. This prestigious accolade highlights the significance of the Interior Space and Exhibition Design category within the industry, celebrating designs that demonstrate innovation, functionality and aesthetic appeal. The Evoluon’s award-winning interior design showcases the relevance of sustainable and circular design practices in contemporary public spaces. By rejuvenating this iconic monument with a fresh, blue-hued aesthetic, M plus R Interior Architecture has created a space that resonates with both the building’s rich history and the modern needs…