Author: AU News Bureau

A report released by the Confederation of Real Estate Developers’ Association of India (CREDAI) unveiled promising forecasts for the Indian real estate sector, suggesting a remarkable growth trajectory in the coming decades. According to the report titled ‘Building Viksit Bharat-Transformative Role of the Real Estate Sector in India,’ the sector is expected to soar to a market size of USD 1.3 trillion by 2034 and a staggering USD 5.17 trillion by 2047. Currently valued at INR 24 lakh crore (approximately USD 300 billion), the Indian real estate market is predominantly split between residential and commercial segments, with residential comprising 80…

SPAN FLOORS, a leading brand of wooden flooring & facades in India for luxury homes, is thrilled to announce the launch of Coswick’s Quick-ship Collection, offering high end home owners an unprecedented variety of world class engineered wooden flooring available in stock or within a period of 45 days from order. With the addition of Quick-ship Collection, customers now have access to an additional 35 new engineered floors available in 17 different colours taking the total collection to 87 beautiful engineered wood floors in straight planks, herringbone, chevron and square patterns. This revolutionary improvement majorly increases the chance of finding…

The residential sector in Noida has continued to showcase strong momentum with record-breaking sales in the calendar year 2023. A total of 14,822 flats were sold, amounting to a significant value of INR ~24,944 crore. Factors such as promising development opportunities, increased investments, improved job prospects, and the availability of high-quality housing options have all contributed to this remarkable growth. Notably, the average cost of an apartment in Noida witnessed a substantial increase from INR 1.24 crore in 2022 to INR 1.68 crore in 2023. This surge in prices further highlights the attractiveness of the Noida residential market. The Noida-Greater…

Kritunga Restaurants renowned for its authentic South Indian cuisine, is thrilled to announce a strategic partnership with 91Squarefeet, a Y-Combinator-backed India’s fastest-growing commercial fit-out services company, to elevate the dining experience at Kritunga for customers while optimising operational efficiency. 91Squarefeet will design and build commercial interiors for all forthcoming outlets of Kritunga in Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai etc. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the realm of restaurant design, promising to redefine the dining experience for patrons of Kritunga establishments worldwide. Drawing upon 91squarefeet’s expertise, the redesign prioritizes efficient layouts maximizing seating capacity while ensuring customer comfort, complemented by visually…

GRAFF, the worldwide manufacturer of luxury faucets and shower systems, presents AMETIS, a collection of unique objects that reveal the deep bond between “being” and nature. This life cycle represents the inspiration at the base of the AMETIS collection designed by the Italian-Swiss designer Davide Oppizzi. This futuristic collection in polished or brushed 24K gold is inspired by the density and colors of water, the movement of waves and the refined Japanese ideograms, produced with a single brush stroke.  The whole AMETIS collection represents the symbol of fusion between the universe and the oceans. GRAFF’s AMETIS is a simple, yet sophisticated…

A seminar on the topic, “Indian Architecture and Science” was organised by the Madhya Pradesh Department of Science and Technology under the 40-day Vikramotsav under the aegis of Maharaja Vikramaditya Research Institute in Ujjain. Addressing the seminar, vice-chancellor of Vikram University, Dr Akhilesh Pandey said that the standards of Indian architecture are getting recognised on foreign soil. This is a matter of great pride for every Indian. The chief guest of the programme, director general of MPCOST, Anil Kothari said that it will be their effort to bring the work done by Dr Wakankar among the people on important subjects…

Tillberg Design of Sweden (TDoS), celebrated for its outstanding designs in cruise ships and luxury yachts, and now part of the Viken Group, is thrilled to declare the selection of Martin Butler as Creative Director. “In his new role Martin will be steering design teams towards future innovation while ensuring client needs are met with exceptional creativity,” said Fredrik Johansson, Executive Director of TDoS and Partner. “This means overseeing every stage of the design process, from initial concepts to final execution. It also involves sharing design ideas and inspirations across teams and with clients, fostering a collaborative environment where everyone’s…

By Gopikrishnan TM, Director of Sales & Marketing (India, Middle East, Asia & Oceania), Vetrotech Saint-Gobain Fire safety is paramount, given its significant impact on human life and property. According to statistics from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), fires result in thousands of fatalities and billions of dollars in property damage worldwide each year. Beyond the immediate physical harm, fires can also lead to long-term economic and social repercussions, disrupting communities and straining emergency response resources. Fire-rated glass partitions exemplify the vital role of testing in enhancing building safety. These walls serve as functional and aesthetic components in commercial spaces, subjected to rigorous evaluation…