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Astral Bathware Unveils Its Brand Film Showcasing ‘Engineered with Elegance’

Astral Bathware Unveils Its Brand Film Showcasing ‘Engineered with Elegance’

Architecture, Home Improvement, News
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 17:11:28 AHMEDABAD, India, Nov. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Astral Bathware, a part of the Astral Limited and a leading name in premium bathware solutions, today announced the launch of its Brand Film reinforcing the brand's positioning — Engineered with Elegance. https://youtu.be/RkQlWzuhkII The new Brand Film highlights Astral Bathware's commitment to design excellence, advanced engineering, and superior performance across its extensive portfolio of faucets, sanitaryware, and showers. Crafted with a contemporary visual language, the film captures the seamless blend of style and functionality that defines every Astral Bathware product. The Film reinforces the brand's commitment to elegance, quality, and the promise of a superior bathware experience — becom...
Puravankara signs Agreement to Lease with IKEA for retail space at Purva Zentech Park, Bengaluru

Puravankara signs Agreement to Lease with IKEA for retail space at Purva Zentech Park, Bengaluru

Architecture, News
  Monday, Nov 17, 2025 16:11:27 Puravankara signs Agreement to Lease with IKEA for retail space at Purva Zentech Park, Bengaluru Bengaluru: Puravankara Limited (NSE: PURVA | BSE: 532891), one of India’s most trusted and admired real estate developers, today announced the signing of an Agreement to Lease (ATL) with IKEA India for leasing of two floors of retail space at the Purva Zentech Park, located on Kanakapura Road, Bengaluru. Purva Zentech Park is a mixed-use commercial development with approximately 9.6 lakh square feet of leasable and saleable area. Typical floor plates are approximately 50,000 square feet, with modular units ranging from 4,500 to 5,000 square feet available for lease or sale. Strategically located within a five-minute walk from both the Konanku...
Woodpeckers Global Crosses 1 Million Sq. Ft. Milestone in Premium Sales Office Design Across India

Woodpeckers Global Crosses 1 Million Sq. Ft. Milestone in Premium Sales Office Design Across India

Architecture, News
Monday, Nov 10, 2025 16:11:37 PHOTO CREDIT-Woodpeckers Global India’s design-build powerhouse continues to redefine real estate experience centres with innovation, craftsmanship, and scale. Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 10: Woodpeckers Global, India’s leading design and build firm specializing in premium sales offices, has reached a remarkable milestone — successfully delivering over 1 million square feet of sales office spaces across the nation. With a legacy built on creativity, engineering precision, and client trust, Woodpeckers Global has become synonymous with excellence in both permanent and temporary sales office structures. From awe-inspiring MS structures and German Hangar frameworks to bespoke interiors and complete fabrication solutions, the company continues...
SIG Tattva (Home to Hindware) Invests INR 6 Crore in Mad Over Buildings (MOB), a Fintech-Enabled B2B E-Commerce Platform for Building Materials

SIG Tattva (Home to Hindware) Invests INR 6 Crore in Mad Over Buildings (MOB), a Fintech-Enabled B2B E-Commerce Platform for Building Materials

Architecture, News
Friday, Oct 31, 2025 10:10:42-New Delhi, India (NewsVoir)      In a move to bridge critical gaps in India’s construction supply chain, Tattva, the Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) arm of Somany Impresa Group (home to Hindware), today announced a strategic investment of INR 6 crore in Mad Over Buildings (MOB), a fintech-enabled B2B e-commerce platform specializing in building materials. This partnership gives MOB access to Hindware’s extensive distribution network, accelerating market penetration and expanding its footprint across India’s fast-growing construction ecosystem. MOB’s tech-enabled Line of Credit for secondary and tertiary sales and escrow-backed marketplace addresses financing challenges for smaller distributors and retailers, enhancing liquidity and enabling seamless tran...
Hyatt Announces Plans for First Andaz Hotel in Hong Kong

Hyatt Announces Plans for First Andaz Hotel in Hong Kong

Architecture, News
A marquee project, Andaz Hong Kong Central, is set to debut in 2027 at the new placemaking urban landmark Central Crossing in the heart of Hong Kong CHICAGO (October 27, 2025) – Hyatt Hotel Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with Wing Tai Properties Limited (“Wing Tai”, SEHK stock code: 369) and CSI Properties Limited (SEHK stock code: 497) for the first Andaz branded hotel in Hong Kong. Expected to open in 2027, this new-build hotel will be part of Central Crossing, an iconic mixed-use placemaking project at 118 Wellington Street in Central, Hong Kong, that will also feature premium commercial offices, open green spaces, and the preservation of heritage architecture. Part of Hyatt’s newly formed Lifestyle Group and ...
Energy-Efficient Ceiling Lighting Trends for 2025

Energy-Efficient Ceiling Lighting Trends for 2025

Architecture, Home Improvement
Monday, Oct 27, 2025 17:10:14 New Delhi [India], October 27: The way we light up our homes is evolving rapidly, with energy efficiency now taking centre stage. In 2025, the focus isn’t just on saving power bills, but on blending sustainable living with stylish interiors. From smarter designs to versatile applications, ceiling lights are redefining modern homes while complementing other solutions like indoor wall lights. With the latest innovations, homeowners can now create well-lit spaces that are efficient, elegant, and future-ready. Smarter Technology for Smarter Homes Smart home lighting is no longer a luxury but now a mainstream trend. Ceiling lights in 2025 are increasingly being designed to connect seamlessly with voice assistants and apps, allowing easy control of brightne...
Understanding The 12 Perils of Fire: A Must-Know for Property Owners

Understanding The 12 Perils of Fire: A Must-Know for Property Owners

Architecture, News
Saturday, Oct 18, 2025 11:10:53 New Delhi [India], October 17: Fire can cause immense damage to homes, businesses and belongings. Understanding the risks associated with fire is important for protecting assets. A fire insurance policy provides financial security by covering damages caused by fire and related perils. Let’s break it down in simple terms. What are the 12 perils of fire? The fire insurance policy protects against several perils. Here’s a list of the 12 perils commonly covered: Fire This is the most basic peril covered. Fire incidents can cause devastating losses, leading to structural damage, loss of valuables and in severe cases, complete destruction of properties. It is crucial to have adequate property coverage to recover financially from such mishaps. Lightning...
Galeries Lafayette to open doors in India with Aditya Birla Group early next month

Galeries Lafayette to open doors in India with Aditya Birla Group early next month

Architecture
Wednesday, Oct 22, 2025 17:10:53 | Galeries Lafayette The debut flagship in Mumbai's Kala Ghoda district will bring global fashion, beauty, and experiential retail to India's luxury market MUMBAI, India, Oct. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Galeries Lafayette, one of the world's most celebrated department stores, is set to open its first Indian flagship at the historic Turner Morrison and Voltas House buildings in Kala Ghoda, Mumbai. The debut marks a defining moment in India's luxury journey, bringing together the French icon's 130-year legacy of fashion, art, and culture with Aditya Birla Group's deep understanding of the Indian market. This opening follows the exclusive partnership announced between Galeries Lafayette and Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Limited (ABFRL) in 2022, ...
Smart, Secure, Stylish: Hafele’s New Digital Door Lock Range

Smart, Secure, Stylish: Hafele’s New Digital Door Lock Range

Architecture
Hafele Nova New Delhi [India], October 17: Hafele introduces its new range of Digital Door Locks, combining modern design with advanced security to create a seamless smart living experience. The collection features four unique models: Infinity, Horizon, Zenith, and Nova, each designed to meet varied user needs while enhancing the aesthetics of any space. These new digital locks range by Hafele offer keyless entry through PIN code, RFID card, fingerprint, or smartphone, these locks bring convenience and control to your fingertips. It has advanced features such as auto-locking, remote access, and detailed activity logs ensure complete safety and access management. The range also includes palm vein scanning and face recognition systems that accurately identify author...
Making Great Design Accessible: Interio by Godrej unveils experiential 22,000 sq. ft. Flagship store in Mumbai

Making Great Design Accessible: Interio by Godrej unveils experiential 22,000 sq. ft. Flagship store in Mumbai

Architecture, News
Curated looks, design collaborations, an archival gallery and a mangrove-inspired café, come together to create an immersive design experience Bangalore, October 22 2025: Amplifying its commitment to provide enhanced retail experiences and make great design accessible, Interio by Godrej, a leading furniture brand from the Godrej Enterprises Group, launched a landmark flagship store in Vikhroli, Mumbai. Spread across nearly 22,000 sq. ft., the Flagship store brings alive Interio’s refreshed brand identity and provides customers with a one-stop destination for modern Indian living, blending heritage, craftsmanship, and configurable design. The flagship showcases a new range of modular, configurable and personalised furniture with new categories of gaming, outdoor, and children’s furnit...