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‘Where Machinery meets Human Touch’ in Gaurav Jain’s Orange Tree

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In a market flooded with mass-produced homogeneity, Gaurav Jain’s Orange Tree stands as a testament to conscientious luxury. Established in 2014, this contemporary lifestyle brand emerges from the fertile ground of Basant—the internationally acclaimed manufacturer founded by his father Vinay Kumar Jain in 1998 in Jodhpur’s artisanal heartland. What distinguishes Orange Tree is its deliberate […]

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Pravi – A Conscious Approach to Design with Shivangi and Saloni

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Pravi, derived from the word meaning mindfulness, is more than just a furniture brand—it is a philosophy rooted in conscious living. Founded by Shivangi and Saloni, Pravi embodies a design approach that is thoughtful, sustainable, and deeply connected to craftsmanship. About Pravi.furniture  What started as a shared passion has now evolved into a thriving design

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The Woodworker’s Way: Meet Rucharani of Sutary

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At the intersection of architecture and artisanship is Rucharani, the founder of Sutary, a bespoke furniture design brand whose name aptly translates to “the work of a craftsman.” Drawing inspiration from nature’s artisan—the सुतार पक्षी (woodpecker)—Rucharani has built a brand that mirrors the bird’s dedication to creating spaces that are functional, personal, and artistically integrated

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Confluence of Heaven and Earth in Nikita Bansal’s Yaahvi

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Nikita Bansal’s journey in design began in Assam, where indigenous materials like bamboo and cane sparked her creative imagination. Her exceptional talent was recognized early when she received a gold medal from President APJ Abdul Kalam for her academic achievements at NIFT Bangalore, where she specialized in Lifestyle Accessory Design. Bansal is the recipient of

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Exploring Design as a form of expression with Anuj Ambalal of A Cube Inc.

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A Cube Inc., established in Ahmedabad in 2004, is a design studio dedicated to creating custom furniture pieces. Founded by brothers Anand and Anuj Ambalal, it represents their shared vision. Together with master craftsman Prabhudas Mistry, they form the studio’s core design team. Though both brothers hold business degrees, their true shared passion lies in

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Pavan Bharadwaj’s Innovative and Sustainable Design Narratives 

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Pavan Bharadwaj is a visionary designer whose work transcends traditional boundaries, bringing together innovation, sustainability, and profound social consciousness. Trained at the prestigious National Institute of Design (NID) in Ahmedabad, with a robust foundation in Architecture and Furniture Design, Pavan is a distinguished voice in contemporary design, particularly in creating solutions that address critical social

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Breaking Design Boundaries Urban Artisans Collaborative’s Druhan Chhugani & Amrit Nagpal

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Architects Druhan Chhugani and Amrit Nagpal are rewriting the rules of furniture design in Mumbai, where traditional craftsmanship merges seamlessly with contemporary aesthetics. Their venture, Urban Artisans Collaborative (UAC), represents a bold intersection of architectural precision and artisanal mastery, bringing fresh perspectives to India’s furniture landscape. Chhugani’s journey began unusually early – as a child,

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Indic Wisdom and Culture in Pramana Design 

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In the dynamic world of contemporary design, Pramana Design emerges as a visionary brand that translates ancient Indian philosophical wisdom into cutting-edge architectural and design solutions. Founded by architects Darshit Tejani and Bhakti Tejani, the studio is redefining design through a unique lens of cultural understanding and meticulous craftsmanship. The brand’s name, ‘Pramana‘, derives from

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Amrita Nambiar redefine light as a medium of expression

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Amrita Nambiar is a visionary contemporary artist and designer based in Bangalore, India, and the founder of Olie, an experimental lighting studio she established in 2019. A graduate of Chitrakala Parishath with a Bachelor’s in Fine Arts, Amrita blends artistry with innovation, creating sculptural works that explore the profound interplay of light, shadow, and emotion.

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The Global and the hyper-local in Nynikas’s Nyn

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Nynika is a visionary architect and designer who brings a nuanced, interdisciplinary approach to contemporary design. With prestigious academic credentials from MIT and Wellesley College, including notable research fellowships, she has cultivated a rich background that spans architecture, art history, and design innovation. Her professional journey has been marked by collaborations with internationally renowned practices

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