All articles by Rachakatla Srinivas
Rachakatla Srinivas
Now you see it…
Francis Pearce takes a look at the latest crop of pop-up stores, from those that have a very short lifespan of just a few days to those that have settled in their location…
Apocalypse now
Michele Iacovitti explains the thinking behind Metropolis, the latest range of carpet tile from Interface that takes its inspiration from destruction and rebirth
Outdoor swimming pool by David Morley Architects wins this year’s Wood Awards
An outdoor swimming pool and clubhouse designed by David Morley Architects (DMA) has won the Gold Award at this year’s Wood Awards.
Hi-Lite, technological creations
The Hi-Lite collection by Iris Ceramica deviates from traditional ceramics to give life to a material rich with inspiration and originality.
Kossmann.dejong to design a new exhibition for the Royal Shakespeare Company
Kossmann.dejong, the exhibition architecture studio based in Amsterdam, has been selected by the Royal Shakespeare Company to design its new exhibition on making theatre.
Faith, hope and clarity
Despite dwindling donations and a public turned decidedly twitchy about conspicuous consumption, charities large and small have been investing in exemplary new headquarters. Veronica Simpson finds much to celebrate in the humility and charm of the resulting schemes, as well as the client’s clear faith in good design
New Terre collection from Iris Ceramica
Iris Ceramica’s new Terre product offers rustic floors and covering. The colour palette ranges from the natural effect of Terre Argilla [Clay] and Terre Creta [Potter’s clay] to the metallic hues of Terre Ruggine [Rust].
Marble marvel
Often bland and ubiquitous in department stores, in the hands of Jamie Fobert Architects marble has become marvellous all over again
With attitude
Internationally renowned architect Jean Nouvel was approached by flooring manufacturer Bolon to create an exciting stand for its products at Stockholm and Milan 2012 (where it also unveiled products created with Missoni). The gravity-defying results of the collaboration can be seen on the following page. FX asked Nouvel about working with Bolon and the importance of flooring to interior designs