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Shwagata Nova 20.Aug.2025

Designing with the Sun: The Science and Art of Natural Light in Architecture

How Natural Light Shapes Our Homes, Minds, and Lives: From the first moment humans built shelters, light has been the quiet architect shaping our lives. Ancient civilisations didn’t just build for shelter; they built to catch the sun. Read More


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Shwagata Nova 13.Aug.2025

From Headroom to Headspace: How Ceilings Affect Us

How Ceiling Height Shapes the Way We Think and Feel: Ceiling height is one of those details you rarely notice, until it’s wrong. Walk into a room with low ceilings, and you might feel an almost physical weight pressing down. Read More


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Shwagata Nova 8.Aug.2025

Feng Shui: Ancient Energy, Modern Living

Beyond Aesthetic: The Science and Soul of Feng Shui in Interior Design. What is Feng Shui? Feng Shui (pronounced fung shway) is an ancient Chinese system of spatial arrangement that seeks to harmonise individuals with their surroundings through the flow of energy, or Chi. Read More


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Shwagata Nova 6.Aug.2025

From Myth to Modern Living: Understanding Vastu

Vastu Shastra: Ancient Logic for Modern Living. Most people think of Vastu Shastra as a set of strict rules about where to place your bed or which way your door should face. Some dismiss it as superstition; others follow it blindly. Read More


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Shwagata Nova 9.Jul.2025

When There's No Balcony: Designing Warm, Liveable Homes in High-Density Cities

Practical Ways to Design Airy, Welcoming Spaces in Dense Urban Homes: Have you ever looked up at a building in Mumbai and wondered why there are no balconies? Just windows, glass, and grills. Read More


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Shwagata Nova 25.Jun.2025

The Case for Green Bathrooms: How Plants Improve Health, Air & Everyday Calm

More than décor - plants in your bathroom can balance humidity, reduce toxins, repel insects, and support your mental wellbeing. Bathrooms are often seen as purely functional spaces. Read More


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Shwagata Nova 18.Jun.2025

The Case for Silence: How Sound Design in Bathrooms Influences Stress

A quieter bathroom can lower stress, improve focus, and support emotional wellbeing. Bathrooms are one of the most personal corners of the home. Read More


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Shwagata Nova 11.Jun.2025

Open to the Elements: How India’s Climate Shapes the Way We Design Homes

From sun-drenched deserts to monsoon-lashed coasts, every window tells a story of climate. Here's how understanding local weather can lead to smarter, more comfortable homes Read More


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Shwagata Nova 4.Jun.2025

More Than Just a Bedroom: How a Child’s Room Shapes Their Wellbeing

What science tells us about designing spaces that support children emotionally, mentally and physically. When we think of children’s bedrooms, we often picture bright walls, shelves of storybooks, and maybe a few too many toys scattered around. Read More


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Shwagata Nova 28.May.2025

More Than a Nook: Why a Reading Corner Could Be Your Home’s Most Powerful Wellness Feature

How a cosy corner filled with books can lower stress, support emotional wellbeing, and bring everyday calm. There’s something quietly powerful about a small, dedicated corner in your home—a spot with a good chair, a warm light, and a wall of books. Read More


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Shwagata Nova 21.May.2025

From Dream to Design: How a Vision Becomes a Home

How Moodboards, Functionality and Materials Shape a Home That Works—and Feels Right. Picture this: You step into a space that feels like you. The colours are just right, the textures inviting, the layout effortless. Read More


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Shwagata Nova 30.Apr.2025

Balconies as Micro-Retreats: Small Spaces, Big Impact on Mental Health

How Thoughtfully Designed Balconies Enhance Wellbeing in Compact Homes. A research-backed look into how balcony spaces contribute to mental health, air quality, and daily life balance. Read More


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Shwagata Nova 23.Apr.2025

Why Your Bathroom Might Be the Key to Better Mental Health

A thoughtful bathroom setup does more than elevate your space—it contributes to overall wellbeing. We all know the bathroom as a place of routine. But what if it could be a place of recovery too? Read More


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Shwagata Nova 16.Apr.2025

The Hidden Stressor in Your Kitchen: Why Clutter Might Be Draining You

Too Much Stuff, Too Little Space: How a Cluttered Kitchen Affects Your Mind. We often talk about the kitchen as the heart of the home—where meals are prepared, conversations flow, and mornings begin. Read More


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Shwagata Nova 9.Apr.2025

Lighting the Way to Better Sleep: Why Your Bedroom Deserves a Glow-Up

How Light Shapes Our Rest. While we hustle through our lives, our bodies are still wired to respond to natural rhythms. Light, especially artificial lighting, plays a key role in that equation. Read More


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Shwagata Nova 2.Apr.2025

Going Against Popular Choice: Rethinking Screens in the Bedroom

The Impact of Screen Time on Sleep Quality. In today’s fast-paced world, especially in cities like Delhi NCR, sleep often takes a backseat. Long commutes, late-night work emails, and endless social media scrolling have contributed to an increase in screen time, which significantly worsened during and after the COVID-19 lockdowns. Read More


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Shwagata Nova 26.Mar.2025

Designing for Well-Being: How Interiors Impact Your Mood & Productivity

The Spaces We Live In, Shape the Lives We Lead. Delhi NCR is a city that never stops. From the early-morning rush to late-night traffic jams, life here is fast, loud, and often exhausting. Read More