This 114-year-old Indo-Portuguese home in Panjim gets a new lease of life 10 most read (and most beautiful) homes in August in AD India 7 women designers in India who have mastered maximalism Trending Stories 7 ways to make small homes feel less cluttered—without adding more storage A furniture designer built her Gurgaon apartment with rejects, offcuts and prototypes AD Small Spaces: This 820-square-foot home in Bengaluru reverberates with soft maximalism Indian homes and their obsession with Kota flooring: 7 homes AD editors love Indoor plants for the living room that bring a refreshing calmness to your space 7 minimalist living room ideas that rethink small-space living 7 living room curtain ideas—and how to choose the right one for your space 7 AD -approved sofa designs that will still feel fresh in 2026 icon Inside Model Avanti Nagrath’s family bungalow in New Delhi | AD India Model Avanti Nagrath’s family bungalow, a fine example of Anglo-Indian colonial architecture built in 1932, is steeped in stories and memories of five generations. Set on an 11,000-square-foot plot, the bungalow blends neoclassical principles with Indian design interventions—symmetrical massing, classical proportions, thick masonry, grand arches, and jalis for ventilation. There is a restrained, almost imperial austerity to it. Video shot by: Yogesh Sharma Edited by: Satvik Bhat Words: Harleen Kalsi Inside Model Avanti Nagrath’s family bungalow in New Delhi | AD India icon Inside the AD Design Show 2025: Mumbai | AD India The AD Design Show 2025 returned to Mumbai with an extraordinary celebration of design, art, and dialogue, bringing together 150+ luxury brands and India’s most influential architects, designers, and tastemakers. A standout highlight this year was The Bawa Pavilion, a special collaboration celebrating the legacy of Geoffrey Bawa through an immersive design installation. The showcase brought together iconic furniture pieces and thoughtful storytelling, offering visitors a rare glimpse into the master architect’s world. Adding to the atmosphere, a live performance by Lifafa brought music into the mix creating a seamless blend of design, culture, and experience. The show also featured the much-awaited AD Discoveries pavilion spotlighting 40+ emerging designers and limited-edition collectibles, alongside curated walkthroughs, the vibrant AD Café, and a dynamic lineup of AD Sessions. A special moment at the AD Lounge was p é r o’s Homecoming runway presentation. From Amy Astley in conversation with Kelly Wearstler to discussions led by leading voices in architecture and craft, the event created a platform where design met inspiration, art, and cultural exchange, reaffirming Mumbai as the epicentre of India’s luxury design movement. Inside the AD Design Show 2025: Mumbai | AD India icon Inside Mumbai's Iconic Prithvi Theatre with Zahan Kapoor & Kunal Kapoor | AD India Named after the legendary Indian actor Prithviraj Kapoor, this company laid the foundation of modern Hindi theatre by staging thousands of shows of largely original scripts across India. Inside Mumbai's Iconic Prithvi Theatre with Zahan Kapoor & Kunal Kapoor | AD India icon American Design Icon Kelly Wearstler’s First-Ever Indian Collaboration Is Here | AD India Kelly Wearstler’s foray into India is the result of a three-way collaboration between collectible design gallery aequō; artisans specialising in carpentry, enamel work and metal casting; and her eponymous design practice. American Design Icon Kelly Wearstler’s First-Ever Indian Collaboration Is Here | AD India icon AD Visits Vijay Varma’s home in Juhu An actor, but also a reader, a sneakerhead, an art lover, and a memory hoarder with a green thumb. AD visits Vijay Varma's home in Juhu, overlooking an expansive lush land—an anomaly in the Maximum City. Video Credits: Director/Producer: Harshita Nayyar Shot by: Ishan Singh Editor : Satvik Bhat AD Visits Vijay Varma’s home in Juhu icon AD Folktales: This Naga furniture brand is a reverent ode to craft and community With Tribolt, their Naga furniture brand, Ajung Yaden and Atem Longkumer find their calling to reconnect with their heritage. In Nagaland’s Dimapur, a soft golden light illuminates unvarnished, raw designs in a minimalist studio. The wood-on-wood look and white walls invite the visitor to take in the details, minor and bold—from the textured top of tables to earthy vases. Here, Ajung Yaden and Atem Longkumer are busy at work marrying tradition and modernity through Tribolt, their young furniture and interiors venture. The brand’s rootedness in the Naga identity and culture is far from being mere lip service; it is defined by vital decisions such as using traditional carving techniques, employing local tools like daos (long blades), and working with Naga youth and artisans to create opportunities. “We actively strive to support the preservation of tribal art traditions. To us, our designs and practice are tools for the promotion of intercultural dialogue and understanding—a way to foster empathy and respect among diverse communities,” says Longkumer. Their perseverance has been rewarded with appreciation by locals, who comprise a significant part of their clientele, alongside a growing number of patrons outside the state. Shot by : Vilo Chophy Edited by : Satvik Bhatt Visuals Editor : Harshita Nayyar

AD Folktales: This Naga furniture brand is a reverent ode to craft and community icon AD Folktales: Inside Mehek Malhotra's maximalist home in Dehradun Introducing AD Folktales, a new series where we present portraits of people through their winsome homes. This colourful, maximalist bungalow in Dehradun renounces every rule in a renter's book. Most people approach rentals with caution. A coat of neutral paint, temporary furniture, and a silent agreement not to get too comfortable. But designer and visual artist Mehek Malhotra does things differently. Video Credits : Director & Producer : Harshita Nayyar DOP & Editor : Pulkit Tomar Assistant Cinematographer: Kartikay Sharma Words: Harnidh Kaur AD Folktales: Inside Mehek Malhotra's maximalist home in Dehradun icon Paradox, the hottest new spot in Mumbai, witnesses architect Ashiesh Shah’s take on decadence As you step into Paradox, you’re transported into a maximalist dreamscape—layered in exquisite textiles, artwork, and accessories that, though entirely from India, carry an undeniably global sensibility. Shah draws inspiration from the Art Deco movement—coincidentally in its centennial year—and reimagines it through a contemporary lens. The space opens with a hallway lined with vitrines and a harlequin chequered floor, anchored by a striking Matka Mirror sculpture from Ashiesh Shah Atelier that casts brilliant reflections of light. Director + Grade: Tito DOP: Ayush Sayalkar Edit: Eeshani Mitra Paradox, the hottest new spot in Mumbai, witnesses architect Ashiesh Shah’s take on decadence icon Inside Actor Alaya F's Home in Mumbai | AD Visits In just one and a half months, designer Zara Eisa art directed Jawaani Jaaneman actor Alaya F's 1,200-square-foot dream home in Mumbai’s northern suburbs. It is this home that has frequently appeared as the setting from which Alaya F broadcasts her life on social media: yoga reels, pre-party glam shots, sweet selfies in solitude. Perhaps it was that overexposure that triggered her desire for a design refresh. Earlier this year, she reached out to interior designer Zara Eisa to art direct her home so it better aligned with her idea of the big roles that even small spaces can play—in this case, an apartment that is home, office and filming location rolled into one. Creative Director: Vidhi Balasaria Producer: Harshita Nayyar Digital Editor: Harleen Kalsi Production Agency: Kinetic Stories Cinematographer: Bhavish Dhanwani (via production agency) Editor: Kushagra Tiwaree (via production agency) Inside Actor Alaya F's Home in Mumbai | AD Visits icon Actor Jaaved Jaaferi’s Mediterranean Inspired Mumbai Home Jaaved's recent move to Bandra is inspired by sentimental reverence, not just for the coastal suburb but also for his two elder children, Meezaan and Alaviaa. He says, “Earlier my problem with Bandra was that, with the amount of construction everywhere, buildings are situated amusingly close together where you can open the door and ask for a cup of sugar. But when I saw this place I just fell in love’’. After hours of discussion and brainstorming, his succinct brief to Kush Bhayani of KULx Studio was to create a space with minimal sophistication. “Warm, natural, eclectic.’’ And so, Kush designed a home that hangs heavy with history…a mature, expansive twin of his family home with Mediterranean design ethos. Directed by: Piya Pahwa Produced by: Talib Chitalwala and Nidhi Panicker Videography: Rohit Mendiratta (@thematterstudio_) Words: Harleen Kalsi Actor Jaaved Jaaferi’s Mediterranean Inspired Mumbai Home 7 bunk bed designs that combine fun with functionality 7 space-saving Murphy bed ideas for small homes 8 wardrobe design ideas that are far from storage 5 wooden bed design ideas to add vintage charm to your bedroom How to create a moon garden that comes alive after dark Indian homes and their obsession with arches: 8 homes AD editors love Inspired by Chettinad houses, this Bengaluru home transforms a sunken pit into a courtyard 16 unlucky plants to avoid—and 11 lucky plants to welcome into your home AD Small Spaces: A designer couple built a rustic apartment in Bengaluru for INR 35 lakh 9 beautiful flowers that smell like chocolate, citrus, and even popcorn This 16,000-square-foot bungalow in Karnataka’s Kundapur refuses to be ordinary 6 flowering plants that bloom year-round, whatever the season A 120-year-old Mysore bungalow, restored by the erstwhile Maharaja’s grandchildren Are you a reader in need of a home library? Bookmark these 7 nooks for inspiration