Raas Jodhpur / By The Lotus Praxis Initiative

Jodhpur, India
The Lotus Praxis Initiative
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Photo © Courtesy of Andre Fanthome--Overview of restored site and new hotel block

World Architecture Festival 2011 - Category Winner: HOLIDAY
CREATIVE CONCEPT:
Hand crafting a story for today.

Set in the heart of the walled city of Jodhpur, Rajasthan, RAAS is a 1.5-acre property uniquely located at the base of the Mehrangarh Fort. The brief was to create a luxury boutique hotel with 39 rooms in the context of the Old city quarter of Jodhpur.

Bamboo Symphony / By Manasaram Architects

Venkateshpuram, Kadugondanahalli, Bangalore, India
Manasaram Architects
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Photo © Courtesy of Manasaram Architects

Development and environment are inextricably linked and must be nourished by a change in the means, the content and the uses of growth.

Luxury ITC Mughal’s Kaya Kalp – The Royal Spa, India

Taj Ganj, Uttar PradeshAgra, India
ITC Mughal’s Kaya Kalp
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Photo © Courtesy of ITC Mughal

It may be said that every living soul hankers for a glimpse of paradise. The Mughals in particular sought ‘Jannat’ or Paradise by ensuring perfection and balance in all facets of their lifestyle. ITC Mughal’s Kaya Kalp – The Royal Spa, is where rejuvenation comes through an experience of unmatched luxury and total well-being.

Timber Beach House / By Castelino & Marchese Architects

Auroville, Puducherry, India
Castelino & Marchese Architects
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Photo © Courtesy of Castelino & Marchese Architects

The Tsunami in December 2004 wrecked havoc on the houses along the eastern coast. Ensuing this, a safe shelter was a prime concern in the region.

Net House / By Matharoo Associates

Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Matharoo Associates
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Photo © Courtesy of Matharoo Associates--Exterior view

net, nett, net, adj. clear of all else, subject to no further deductions. (Chamiers twentieth century dictionary)