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The smartest homes are not the ones that dazzle with tech, but the ones that disappear into your daily life while quietly elevating it
From where to begin your smart home journey to a list of Internet of Things (IoT)-ready products, here is everything you need to know
Glass facades and air-conditioned enclaves are giving way to spaces that breathe - homes that reflect a deeper connection to nature, heritage, and well-being
Sheltered from the chaos of Delhi, Raseel Gujral Ansal's home is an ode to her father, the artist Satish Gujral, and an extension of herself
Bathrooms are no longer just ordinary, small spaces in a home. They're taking centre stage and becoming sanctuaries of quiet luxury and comfort
Home decor has seen a surge, with couturiers offering a piece of their ideology in tableware, wallpaper, upholstery, carpets, textile artworks, lamps, and room dividers
The days of defining luxury with gilded, heavy furniture are gone. A quiet revolution is taking place in the most fashionable homes of India
Budgets for high-end home entertainment rooms can range from ₹25-30 lakh to several crores
"The concept of cross-ventilation is vanishing in new buildings, but wisdom is in recognising what works where & why"
Estimated to be around $130 billion, according to brokerage Jefferies, India's wedding industry is the world's second largest, next only to China
No Indian wedding is complete without some sparkle, and Bottega Veneta's Knot Minaudiere Clutch in gold delivers just that
With younger buyers seeking more than just lavish homes, developers are curating the kind of homes they desire
Food trends at Indian weddings have reached new heights, with customised restaurant recreations, cafe setups, pop-ups by Michelin-star chefs, and bespoke table linens with monograms
Within India, people are selecting destinations via routes such as Lakshadweep, Alappuzha (Alleppey), the Sundarbans, Goa and Kochi for pre-wedding parties
From dressing in colourful lehengas and sherwanis to dancing to Bollywood tunes during the baraat, these startups are offering an immersive journey into the world of Indian weddings
With Arabian elegance, wellness treatments, and luxury pool villas, Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort is a mix of modern luxury and mystique
Wedding photography is pushing the limits of creativity with photoshoots around the world. Some couples also want their post-wedding trip framed for posterity, writes Anushka Bhardwaj
Bespoke jewellery, antique or with a modern twist, that is both timeless and versatile is the flavour of the season for brides and grooms, writes Asmita Aggarwal
Wedding decor is going beyond aesthetics, embracing grand elements in a nod to the couples' personal stories, writes Abhilasha Ojha
The biggest trend for the bride and groom is 'being yourself', with wedding wear becoming an expression of individuality, writes Asmita Aggarwal