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ALTERNATIVE MATERIALITY - Circular Concrete Innovations

“Being Future Proof today rests on the use of materials that are HEALTHY for the environment and humankind, materials which ADAPT to their surroundings, materials that CLOSE THE LOOP and become valuable resources at the end of their lifecycle, as well as materials that are RESILIENT, recovering quickly from challenges” – Material Driven UK At BFT, 'reusing and recycling' has always been a top priority! As a company that manufactures handmade tiles, we are attuned to nature and natural materials. As you all know, BFT has been dealing with a one-of-a-kind material – cement and has been manufacturing handcrafted tiles since 1922. Cement tiles at BFT are made by hand, one at a time, using mineral pigments. Cement is a fine material that has a diversity of capacities; it can support the function of a space, but also change the way spaces relate to or communicate with us; it can even evoke certain emotions in us. ...

THE MAXAMALIST SPACE – MORE IS MORE!

What is Maximalism? It is nothing but a reaction against ‘minimalism’. Bold colours, a mixture of patterns, textures, layers, repetition of design, detailed intricacies, luxurious materials, and more make the ‘maximalist’ space joyful, passionate and powerful.  ‘Maximalist’ being their inspiration, Huzefa Rangwala and Jasem Pirani, founders of MuseLAB design studio in 2012, recently designed a project, a 100-year old colonial bungalow using the play of patterns and colours in a way that was not only visually rich but also tactile in nature! Each space and/or product designed by them embodies integrity and is created with the same care, skill and attention to detail. MuseLAB is an end-to-end design studio; offering a bespoke and leading-edge approach to design with a precise focus on unique and highly customized environments, interiors and furniture. This beautiful two-acre property located in the heart of Pune is...

How to Make Small Look Big!

A house is made of walls and beams; a home is built with love and dreams. It should never be about how big the house is, it’s is always about how happy and content you are within it. Let not the size of your space define the interiors and look of it. While decorating your home, you might face a lot of challenges, it may be overwhelming, but it’s also ‘thrilling’ as it’s your space, your comfort zone, where you can be yourself. Your goal should be to showcase your design aesthetic in a tasteful way, whether you face difficulties from an interior that lacks natural light to a layout that’s much smaller than you’d like. But instead of viewing them as uncertain blocks, use them as motivation to design the home of your dreams!  When it comes to crafting floor plans, choosing paint colours, and creating a home that’s as functional as it is beautiful, it requires a bit of know-how, here are a few tips and tricks as to how you can beautify your small apartment and make it look more ...

The Classic Terrazzo – The Old, New and Now!

Art Deco, also known as ‘Style Moderne’, is a movement in decorative arts and architecture that originated in the 1920s and developed into a major style in Western Europe and the United States during the 1930s. Art Deco was one of the most fashionable international design movements in the modern art era, bringing sleek lines and decorative style to architecture, furniture, floorings, jewellery, arts, and many other forms. In the 1920s, Terrazzo became a popular choice in the United States, in both commercial and residential spaces. Schools, churches, hospitals, homes and airports were quick to adopt terrazzo because of its key features – durability and easy maintenance. With the creation of electrical saws to cut terrazzo in the 1920s, it became convenient to create attractive patterns and schemes for flooring. Terrazzo carried an image of modern life and progression, colour, playfulness and glamour, the design captivated people everywhere! This material ...