Recycling and reusing in civil engineering is extremely important, especially when considering the amounts of waste production and energy consumption involved in the processes related to the construction site. Creating construction elements by re-designing the role of old objects or materials represents an objective approach to upcycling, as a path towards a more sustainable and…
Jon Ingleton asks experts to share their insights into the building blocks of design Appreciation for the quality of an interior design is considerably enhanced by considering how each of the seven elements has been used Shape, light, colour, line, texture, space and pattern – the seven elements of great design work in harmony to…
Solar energy is the future of energy usage, but a common misconception is that it is currently too expensive to fully implement into your home. This couldn’t be more untrue. When combined with energy storage and a smart energy system, solar energy has the potential to provide benefits that far outweigh its costs. Solar +…
The world of design is a complex one. From helping brands differentiate their offerings to fusing with art to provoke thinking, design has always explored unchartered territories. But what goes on behind the design lab’s doors? We find out. The Asian Paints ColourNext20 trend report predicts the idea of sound as a sensory experience, also…
2030 may seem far off, but many of the trends and technologies that will transform the business are already in our midst What is the future of design? What will the interior design industry look like in 2029? If the last 10 years are any indication, it will appear remarkably different than it does today….
Bryony Shaw, Marketing Executive at Spectrum Interior discusses, strategic interior design not only looks good, but it also affects an employee’s wellbeing and productivity at the workplace. The modern office has gone through significant changes over the past 20 years. In the past decade, workplaces have seen a decline in cubicles and the rise of…
Every square footage matters in a tiny home. Therefore, it is wise to use techniques that create the illusion of extended space. Follow our suggestions to maximise space in your living room We tell you how to make the most of your living room. Photo courtesy: Deepak Aggarwal/ Sanjyt Syngh Live in a small home…
This 2015 photo shows a home office designed by interior designer Michelle Gerson in New York. When one partner has a collection to display and the other partner prefers an uncluttered space, it’s important to take an organized approach, as seen in this home office space created by Gerson, where custom shelving was designed to…
\Many believe that lighting is of little importance beyond its aesthetic function, considering primarily the appearance of light fixtures and ensuring only that they produce at least an adequate amount of light. However, there is a strong consensus among architects that good lighting design can vastly improve the comfort of interior spaces, adding an enormous…
Think a room or home that’s small in size can’t be big in design? Think again. It couldn’t be further from the truth. No matter the space, whether it’s a studio apartment or a room in an average-sized home that happens to be disproportionately small (like a powder room created from an extra closet), there…