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Aruna Raghuram When you think of Dhokra craft, three things come to mind – its antiquity, its intricate crafting process, and its appeal among contemporary clientele. Dhokra artisans have increased the range of their products to suit the needs of modern buyers. These products are sought after even in European cities like Milan, Paris and […]
The exhibition “Garden of Weeds” opens at Sakshi Gallery, Colaba, Mumbai, on November 11, 2025, showcasing a distinctive selection of photographs from the collection of V. Sanjay Kumar. Curated to highlight nine celebrated artists, this presentation explores how photography has evolved as a medium through experiments with form, psychology, and politics. The artists featured in
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Sakshi Gallery presents new works by sculptor and artist Teja Gavankar in a solo exhibition running from November 11 through December 6, 2025. According to press release, “Gavankar’s new body of work extends the artist’s preoccupation with built spaces and their impact on human psychology. Amidst a backdrop of uncertainty, the artist questions notions of
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The Visual Arts Gallery at India Habitat Centre is currently hosting Flux/Resonance, a group exhibition featuring ten prominent contemporary Indian artists, curated by Nalini Malaviya, a prominent Art consultant and curator. Running through November 11, 2025, the exhibition brings together works by Biswa Basu, S. Kantha Reddy, Malay Saha, Naba kumar Chakrabarty, Nandesha Shantiprakash, Partho
Contemporary Artists Examine Urban Flux and Renewal at New Delhi Exhibition Read More »
The 25th CII Global Design Summit & Exposition 2025 marks a defining moment for India’s design ecosystem. This landmark event arrives at a critical juncture when design is being repositioned as a fundamental driver of economic growth, social development, and environmental sustainability. Scheduled for 26-27 November 2025 at Hotel Leela Bhartiya City in Bengaluru, the summit represents the
10 Reasons to Participate in CII Global Design Summit 2025 Read More »
Pramāna and Silpakara Design Studio are participating in Dubai Design Week 2025, showcasing their collaborative floor-standing lamp MĪNĀRA at the Double J Collective in the Dubai Design District (d3), UAE. Their booth features the MĪNĀRA lamp, which is a unique blend of craftsmanship and artistry, designed as both a sculptural object and functional lighting piece.
Indian Excellence at Dubai Design Week 2025 Read More »
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has positioned design as a cornerstone of India’s competitive advantage in an increasingly complex global marketplace. For more than 125 years, CII has shaped India’s development trajectory, and today, through its National Committee on Design, it champions design as a transformative tool for economic growth, social development, and environmental
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Introduction Few media in the field of artistic expression are as adaptable and steeped in history as ceramics. Ceramic artists have consistently pushed the bounds of inventiveness, turning clay into stunning pieces of art, from ancient civilisations to contemporary ateliers. In this piece, we explore the interesting area of ceramic artists, highlighting their distinct styles
Exploring the Masterful Craftsmanship: A Journey through the World of Ceramic Artists Read More »
On June 2, 1906, Italian architect and designer Carlo Scarpa was born in Venice. Before his family moved back to Venice after his mother passed away in 1919, he was exposed to a new visual environment during his early years in Vicenza. At the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Venice, where he concentrated on
Carlo Scarpa: The Modernist Designer of Venice Who Influenced by Art Read More »
What Is Biophilic Design? The biophilic design concept aims to incorporate organic and naturally inspired components into the built environment, drawing inspiration from the deep connection between humans and nature. Frank Lloyd Wright’s emphasis on studying and being near nature gave rise to the ideology of biophilic design, which has now grown into a movement
Biophilic Design: The Holistic Collaboration of Interior Design and Architecture Read More »