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According to industry sources, listed real estate developer DLF Real Estate company is anticipated to begin construction on a luxury residential project in Gurugram's sector 76, which borders Southern Peripheral Road (SPR), with an anticipated top line of between Rs. 8,000 crore and Rs. 10,000 crore.   The official launch, which is anticipated to take place in January 2024, is said to be the DLF's most important residential launch to date, following "The Arbour" earlier this year.   Read More: Home Decor & Paint Color Trends That You Need To Know   The project is anticipated to launch with  ultra-luxury residences priced between Rs. 17,000 and Rs. 18,000 per square foot.  According to industry sources, the project is anticipated to comprise 1,100 upscale apartments, with prices per unit expected to range from Rs 7 crore to Rs 8 crore.   According to them, this project also represents DLF's first foray into the SPR region of Gurgaon, an attempt to broade...

  The premier and most seasoned plywood manufacturer in India, Duroply, has opened its cutting-edge Experience Center in Rajkot, Gujarat. This one-of-a-kind location is going to change the way potential plywood buyers interact with doors, blockboards, and plywood in their pursuit of a long-lasting and aesthetically pleasing interior.    For the past several years,  Duroply  has made Gujarat a top market, with business growth of 30% annually. Moreover, Rajkot is home to Duroply's manufacturing plant.   Read More: Inventory of ₹1400 Crore Sold in Haryana by DLF   Mr. Akhilesh Chitlangia, Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer , Duroply, said, “This Experience Centre provides an immersive and educational journey into the world of plywood for our customers. More than just a display, the Center offers an engaging experience where customers experience first-hand the plywood that are durable, long-lasting, and resistant to termites and the difference ...

  What will be the most popular thing in 2024? Which lighting trends will architects and designers be using? What is the latest trend in lighting? Which will win out, minimalism or maybe creative forms? For your benefit, we have put together a summary of the newest lighting trends.    The way you light your house, from table lamps to ceiling lights, determines the style of the interior. See how to strike the right mix between fashion and utility to create the ideal atmosphere by reading our guide to  lighting trends 2024  and beyond.   Lighting  is becoming more than just a functional feature in the constantly changing field of interior design; it's an essential component that creates mood and ambience. A fresh wave clears the path ahead every year. Explore the hottest lighting trends by reading on, from eco-friendly designs to futuristic technology!   Read More: Flooring Trends & Ideas for 2024     We believe that in 2024, there wil...

  The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts, one of the  luxury hotel chains in India, has signed a management agreement for a 140-room hotel in Ranka in Sikkim, marking the foray of the brand into Northeast India. The Sibin Group owns the project  Leela Sikkim , which is situated on a 17-acre site with views of Gangtok Hill and  about 10 kilometers from the capital.    Reda More: Real Estate in India Soaring High- Here’s the Trajectory   The Leela Sikkim, which is scheduled to open in December 2026 and is situated against the serene backdrop of the Himalayas, is positioned to completely transform the hospitality industry in the area with its thoughtful programming, inspiring design, and well-known signature services.   "Sikkim remains a pristine destination with the right blend of urbanization, rich cultural heritage, and unexplored natural beauty," stated Anuraag Bhatnagar, CEO of The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts. This growth is in line with th...

  By the end of December, the ground floor of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya should be finished, and expectedly on January 22 there will be a consecration ceremony.   At a ceremony-related event,  Prime Minister Narendra Modi  is going to take part in the installation of an apparatus on the temple's "shikhar" for  Ram Mandir Ayodhya  inauguration that will allow sunlight to fall on the deity's forehead on Ram Navami. About 10,000 people, including saints and seers, are expected to attend the ceremony, according to the temple trust.   Temple Construction Committee Chairperson Nripendra Mishra has said that the final date is yet to be communicated by the Prime Minister's Office for the  Ram Mandir Ayodhya inauguration . Mishra added that plans are in motion to create an apparatus that, when installed on the temple's ‘shikhar’ will cause sunlight to briefly touch the forehead of the deity within the sanctum sanctorum on the day of Ram Navami each year. He...

  As she entered the Delhi Metro construction site, on her very first day of work, she heard "She must be a visitor." "There were about a hundred men, mostly laborers with a small number of engineers. They believed I wouldn't last very long.” Annie recalled. The first and only  female tunnel construction engineer  in the nation remembers that there were no restrooms, no places to sit, and debris everywhere. In a world full changing and  emerging architectural trends , tunnel construction work is ready to rule the urban development.  Read More:  Sustainable Construction and Green Building: How Important They Are?   “A German engineer and my boss asked me to get inside it and open a nut. Even before I realized what I was doing, my face was gushed by hydraulic oil. The colleague said my face would glow for the rest of my life. Today tunnelling is my life," said  Annie , during the inauguration of South India's first underground Metro rail.   In ...

  A passionate promoter of architectural dialogue, Vaissnavi hosts the podcast Architecture Off-Centre, highlighting unconventional design practices and research projects that reflect emerging discourses within and beyond the design discipline. Our curiosity was piqued, and we met the designer to learn more about her magical thinking and maneuvers. BMR team interviewed the visionary architect Vaissnavi Shukl and explored the creation and future of Architecture off-centre. Vaissnavi Shukl is an architect, educator, and podcast host based out of Ahmedabad, India. After graduating in architecture from CEPT University, she went on to obtain her master’s degree from Harvard University, Graduate School of Design. Vaissnavi established her eponymous practice in 2020 with the goal of creating new contours of living that integrate the local culture through architecture.    Presently, championed by an all-women team, the practice works as a tight-knit family that draws upon the str...