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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 […]
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.
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How Design Directly Supports Emotional Health Design is increasingly recognized as a critical factor in emotional health, moving beyond traditional concerns of functionality and aesthetics to become a therapeutic tool. Research demonstrates that the built environment can modulate neuronal pathways, influence psychological outcomes, and directly affect stress levels, mood regulation, and cognitive function. This connection
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The 25th CII Global Design Summit 2025 marks a pivotal moment in India’s design narrative. Celebrating its Silver Jubilee edition, 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
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Dubai Design Week 2025, running from November 4–9, cements the city’s dynamic role as a global design capital. Now in its eleventh edition, the festival transforms Dubai Design District (d3) into a vibrant nexus for creativity, bringing together over 1,000 designers and brands from across the Middle East and around the world. Themed “Community” in
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The Doshi Retreat, the last architectural work of the late Pritzker Prize-winning architect Dr. Balkrishna Vithaldas Doshi, has officially opened to the public at the renowned Vitra Campus in Weil am Rhein, Germany. Inaugurated on October 25, 2025, this contemplative space marks a historic milestone as Doshi’s first and only project to be built outside India,
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New Delhi-based designer Vikram Goyal is set to make his debut at Design Miami/Paris 2025 with The Soul Garden, an ambitious multi-sensory installation that reimagines ancient Indian animal fables for contemporary audiences. Presented in collaboration with The Future Perfect gallery, the exhibition runs from October 21–26, 2025, at the historic L’Hôtel de Maisons. A Living
A history of Madeleine Vionnet, how she started, her design style, the brand Vionnet and the impact she had on fashion
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Ethical design is becoming a key focus across industries as consumers and businesses increasingly demand responsible, fair, and sustainable products and services. At its core, ethical design means creating with values such as transparency, fairness, and sustainability in mind, aiming to positively benefit individuals, society, and the environment. What is Ethical Design? Ethical design refers
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Design shapes the way we interact with objects, spaces, and even ideas. While trends come and go, certain design philosophies remain timeless and continue to inspire generations of creators. Here are five of the most influential philosophies that have defined design across industries. Function Over Form Championed by Dieter Rams and central to modern industrial
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