In contemporary architecture, façades and fenestration define far more than a building’s exterior – they shape its performance, sustainability, and emotional connection with its surroundings. The pursuit of design efficiency...
Tucked into a subtle yet prominent corner of Sankey Road — one of Bangalore’s most exclusive residential precincts — the site of the former Le Meridien Hotel enjoys a rare...
Architecture has always navigated the boundary between the inside and the outside. The façade and fenestration system, once primarily seen as an exterior design element, has now evolved into a...
The performance of a building is shaped strongly by its façade and fenestration systems. These components regulate heat, light, ventilation, comfort, and energy use, which makes them central to the...
One example is a pool house developed through prefabricated modules. Blurring the boundaries between indoor and outdoor living, the Pool House is defined by a long, sleek contemporary form clad...
[caption id="attachment_94887" align="alignright" width="229"] Façades are performative systems that control energy, shape experience, and respond to climate (Image Credit: Tarang Goyal)[/caption] In modern architecture, façades serve several purposes beyond merely...
The year 2025 has marked a definitive shift in architecture, moving away from purely decorative exteriors toward “intelligent envelopes” that prioritise how a building behaves over how it looks. This...
In a country as climatically diverse as India, the discussion about energy-efficient buildings cannot be separated from the design of their envelopes. The façade - often seen as the skin...
In the hospitality industry, first impressions matter a lot. The façade of a hotel, resort, or restaurant is the first thing guests notice, and it sets the tone for their...
In this interview with WFM Media, Ar. Qutub Mandviwala, the Founder and Principal Architect of Mandviwala Qutub & Associates (MQA), reflects on his firm’s journey spanning over three decades, discusses...
Kingston India has quickly become a key partner in the fenestration and façade industry, offering high-performance solutions that meet the highest durability and functionality standards. With a diverse product range,...
At the outset, windows play a crucial role in any building by providing natural light and ventilation. Together with the building envelope, they form the façade, which defines the structure’s...
Light is not of our making; it is a fundamental aspect of the universe, existing beyond human influence. This natural phenomenon shapes our daily lives, influencing the way we perceive...
As an architect specialising in parametric design, my work thrives at the intersection of technology, creativity, and sustainability. The façades and fenestration in my projects go beyond aesthetics to embody...
We see that the Indian uPVC doors and windows market was growing at an exceptional rate and was estimated to grow at a CAGR of more than 7% during the...
Brief on Holistic Design approach for Fire- Safe Buildings, focusing on Façades and Fenestration Design? The holistic design approach to fire safety starts by first understanding how fire behaves. Fire...