Mid-Century interior design has made a sensational come back in the market in recent years. Interior styles and trends have a way of repeating themselves every few decades and the mid-century movement is no...
Cinema and Fashion have a long fruitful relationship in India. One cannot exist without the other. Fashion designers in India, come up with beautiful costumes and designs to suit the characters and lend some...
The month of June, is already upon us and it Spring feels are in the air! There are rains pouring in different parts of India, the wet mud smells magical and the atmosphere is...
When the doodles in the mind receive a blank canvas to express itself, the joy is unbound and the creative mind is satisfied. As a design student it is important that along the curriculum...
Have you ever reminisced those sights when you’d just stop by and observe birds hovering over that beautiful old rustic window? Or seeing a granny across the street sitting in front of a colourful door...
Fashion and Style, to each their own, right? What suits one person, might not work well for the other. What personality does one want to convey, what traits does one want to flaunt, what...
It's India and it's naturally a million degrees out there. People are constantly looking for shade and breeze in the sweltering summers, and as designers we can't just sit still! A lot of people...
Want to know about Oscars of the fashion world: the Met Gala 2018? Read on.
Fondly known as the “fashion’s biggest night out,” the Met Gala 2018 is undeniably a pinnacle of iconic style. The...
Colleges and design institutes breed hundreds of designers and architects every year. They are all taught the basic principles of interiors, thumb rules, technical aspects of design and so on. Each one is creative...
I googled the word presentation, and realized that even though it can mean several things, like a powerpoint, or appearance or looking tidy; in the end, it only means one thing - Grooming or...
It is so obvious, isn't it? Plants and greens are the quickest, easiest and cheapest ways to literally bring life into your homes and spaces. Plants in interiors, although a grossly overlooked element in...
Dressing up, from head to toe, is a phrase you might've heard often. However, why is it, that we continually pay more heed to dressing our tops, and neglect our toes? Feet fashion is...
Mies Van Der Rohe, the great architect and artist once said, "God is in the details" and he couldn't be more spot on. A space is made up of the dozens of thoughts, ideas...
We see facebook updates and instagram posts and quotes about how everyone should follow their dream, pursue their ambition, do something with passion. But why? Why is passion important? Isn't working and earning enough?...
Spaces literally envelope us, and create a solid refuge around all living and thinking. Thus, it is essential to treat the void that surrounds us beautifully, as well as the facade that covers the...
Never underestimate the power of a good book! It has the power to move you, make you feel a thousand fold and leave you with an unsettling feeling of wanting more. The thing about...
As a Masters in Architecture aspirant, I have been asked this question multiple times in the recent past. Apparently, getting a masters in design is not something easily digestible by all. You get to...
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An environment engulfed in color can create emotional effects such as strong psychological influence on individuals. It can be referred to as an important tool in guiding and induction of specific mental states...
Women all over the world have long been plagued with the disease of not having enough clothes to wear! A regular thought which comes in all our minds, every morning, when we stand transfixed...
In umpteen movies it has been depicted that the downfall of Earth is near. The call to sustainability has been answered by some, but not all of humanity. The planet is failing, and we...
All you design students, it's that time of the year again! The pressure is building up, and there are prime decisions to be taken. Whether you are an Architecture student, interior design, fashion or...
India has a rich cultural and social history. The various dynasties which ruled our country, their traditions and values, rituals, dances and folklores have been being practised here since times unknown. The treasure of...
Retail sector in India is one of the fastest growing sector which is undoubtedly an experimental motley consistently going through a trendy transformation. One can always visualize, new store formats, new customer – product...
There's been no budding designer, architect or environmentalist in India, who hasn't idolized Ar. BV Doshi! At 90 years old, Ar. Doshi has been awarded the highest Architectural honor, equivalent to a Nobel Prize...
In an attempt to bridge the gap between fashion industry in India and abroad, it was essential to initiate a kind of meet and greet between the world and Indian fashion. The initial thought...
The festival of colors is upon us and just in time! The weather's getting hot and the atmosphere is charged with energy, and it's the perfect time to let your hair down and indulge...
"That's so me!!!", we exclaim every time we see some Bollywood movie, as we relate to the central characters and their life. How many of us have seen ourselves as the strong and independent...
People have this bizarre notion that a house once designed, needs no work. But this is so not true! It is the little things we do, that make our house, our homes and haven!...
Why are toilets always so drab and boring? Why do we uplift the entire house but neglect our washrooms? In this age, toilets are not just for bathing and relieving, but also for deep...
"Design is not just what it looks like and feels like, Design is how it works!" - Mr. Ingvar Kamprad - Founder, IKEA.
It is true what they say about necessity being the mother of...
Designers in any field, go through a lot of training to imbibe that thought process and to become experts in developing new ideas and deriving concepts. Thus, a lot of fields and job prospects...
Deep down the heart of every plain Jane is a desire to crack the mundane shell of ordinary clothing and portray an irrational trend to the world of fashion. But how often do they...
Silver jewelry is trending and how! Fashion temperatures are soaring with this incredibly Indian yet modern style, and everyone wants a piece of the action! Ofcourse, being in India, we know that there are...
Backyards are usually a very underrated place in Indian homes. We all have them, but they are invariably used for hanging clothes, as a washing space, as parking or just an empty grass garden....
A lot of words like wanderlust, travel diaries, travel tales etc. have surfaced of late. Travelling has become the new it thing, which everyone must do! And why not? Going to a new place,...
Being an interior designer, or in fact, any designer is not a mean feat! Coming up with new ideas and innovating in materials, furniture and designs is a difficult task. In comparison to other...
Do you dream of becoming a successful professional? Do you dread 9-5 jobs? Are you a creative individual? Do you observe things around you in great detail? Most importantly, do you want to be...
"Design creates culture,
Culture shapes values,
Values determine the future!"
Design, is such a vast and dynamic field that it is essential to drive home design lessons using creative, innovative and new teaching methods. Encouraging young minds...
“I believe all women are pretty without makeup. But, with the right makeup, they can be pretty powerful!” – Bobbi Brown
Self-grooming and personality development are an integral part of our personas. The clothes we...
Choose Design! Choose Cindrebay!!!
From picking the perfect rug, to collecting the right accessories over a period of time, to maintaining and decorating the house, it has always been the joy of our moms to...
Of late, interior design has seen a major surge in the number of patterns, textures and materials being used. Gone are the times of plain, dull and boring walls. Creative imagery, eye catching motifs,...
Fashion is many things. It is glam, it is style, it is modest. Wait, what? Modest? The term “Modest Fashion” itself is an oxymoron. We usually see models wearing the skimpiest of clothes on...
"Furniture is to spaces what limbs are to the human body."
A space, however well designed, well lit, is incomplete and inappropriate without suitable furniture. Modern furniture is all about clean lines, simplicity, minimalism and...
"Every great Design begins with an even greater story."
Stories are born from an inspiration that the designer either seeks for or stumbles over while brainstorming ideas. But again how the story merges seamlessly in...
Cafes and restaurants, irrespective of where they’re situated in the world, always have something in common. They exude charm, create a relaxing ambience and call you in. Villa 55, the newest addition to Nagpur’s...
We have time and again seen dreamy pictures of homes and houses on the internet and fantasized about having that perfect nest. A cozy bed to relax after a tiring day, a study space...