Established in Kolkata, Spaces & Design is known for its bold, context-driven architecture that seamlessly blends interior and exterior sensibilities. Spearheaded by Ar. Pooja Bihani

The Grid Architects is a research & design studio founded by Bhadri and Snehal Suthar in 2002. The Ahmedabad-based practice spans across architecture, interiors, landscape, and furniture design. Their work reflects a deep sensitivity to human-nature relationships, aligned with ecological awareness and contextual relevance; their approach drawing from vernacular knowledge while engaging with contemporary practice. The studio’s project Tarang Pavilion in Gandhinagar is a 3,000-square-foot vaulted structure that reinvents exhibition spaces; and stands as an example of what can emerge when architecture listens: to the site, to the people who build it, and to the rhythms of use over time.

Founded in 1996 by Ravi and Pallavi Anchuri, Anchuri Design World (ADW) has built a reputation for its innovative approach to architecture and interior design. With a strong foundation in both engineering and architecture, the firm delivers projects that are functional, aesthetic, and deeply rooted in craftsmanship. Over the years, ADW has worked across various sectors, from residential and commercial spaces to institutional and healthcare projects, always focusing on creating holistic design solutions. Ar. Pallavi Anchuri’s ability to experiment with styles, materials, and spatial experiences is evident in the Natural Stone Experience Centre – Inch by Inch – featured here.

When a Lucknow-based businessman approached Pragesh Khanna, Chief Architect of Vastu Srajan, with a deteriorating building and a plan to introduce his son to the hospitality industry, the transformation that followed was remarkable. The Dayal Gateway reflects Khanna’s approach—bold design, practical solutions, and a blend of heritage with modernity. Today, it stands as a landmark in Lucknow’s architectural revival.

Hoysala architecture is a building style in Hindu temple architecture that emerged in the Hoysala Empire between the 11th and 14th centuries, in the Indian state now known as Karnataka.