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Patricia Urquiola Creates a Premium Bathroom Series, ‘Balcoon’

Patricia Urquiola Creates a Premium Bathroom Series, ‘Balcoon’ Balcoon, designed by Patricia Urquiola, is a new bathroom series that explores the intersection of geometric clarity, material depth, and everyday utility. Developed for the mid-price segment, it combines ceramic objects, furniture, bathtubs, and faucets into a cohesive architectural language rooted in layered compositions and warm, earthy …

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Bathroom-BCA Architecture, Kerala, mi

Bringing the Outdoors Inside

Bringing the Outdoors Inside The USP of this washroom, designed by BCA Architecture, lies in its seamless blend of luxury and nature-inspired elements. The open shower area introduces a touch of greenery and landscape features, fostering a sense of tranquillity. “Complementing this is the clean, minimal design with neutral tones and sleek lines, which offer …

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Bathroom drainage systems

Down the Drain: Decoding The Washroom Drainage System

Down The Drain: Decoding the Washroom Drainage System Proper planning and preparation is a crucial precursor to installing an effective, lasting drainage solution and can prevent catastrophically expensive repairs and replacement as time progresses, writes Mrinmoy Dey A good washroom design enriches the aesthetic appeal of the space while maintaining its full functionality. And, drainage …

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ISH 2025++ Digitalisation and sustainability in the building and construction industry

ISH 2025++ Digitalisation and Sustainability in the Building and Construction industry

ISH 2025++ Digitalisation and Sustainability in the Building and Construction Industry As climate challenges and regulatory pressures shape the built environment, the integration of digitalisation and sustainability is driving significant shifts in water, heating, and air management. ISH 2025, on 21st March 2025 in Frankfurt am Main, reflected this transition with a strong industry focus …

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Modern Luxe Meets Tropical Artistry

Modern Luxe Meets Tropical Artistry

Modern Luxe Meets Tropical Artistry This powder room, designed by Nuovo Ideas, is a celebration of bespoke craftsmanship and sophisticated design. Measured about 45 sq. ft., it is designed as an extension of the media/guest room in an apartment in Prabhadevi, Mumbai. “The client’s brief was to design an iconic space that would draw awe …

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A Shift Towards Premiumisation

A Shift Towards Premiumisation

A Shift Towards Premiumisation Knight Frank India’s quarterly report on Indian real estate highlights the continued resurgence of the premium residential segment in Q3 2024. The Indian economy continues to gain strength as the outlook for the global economy improves gradually. With inflation numbers coming down to 3.65% in August 2024 and the RBI’s upward …

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Disbaled design standards

Designing For The Disabled

Designing for the disabled The disabled-friendly washrooms at Umang School, Jaipur stands out for it design sensibilities, finds out Mrinmoy Dey on a visit  Safety and convenience are the key highlighter of the washrooms in the new building for Umang, a Jaipur-based school-cum-vocational centre for the disabled. Designed by Jaipur-based architect Shamini Shanker Jain, the …

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C Bhogilal

Uncluttered and High-End

Uncluttered and High-End The C Bhogilal showroom in Fort, Mumbai, spanning 3,000 sq. ft., offers a curated selection of uber-luxury and luxury bathroom products, with a thoughtfully designed layout that ensures every product gets its own space and character, creating an immersive shopping experience. Located just off Horniman Circle Gardens in Fort, Mumbai, the C …

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