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The work of the Studio has earned global recognition over the past two decades, winning over 100 awards and receiving extensive coverage in leading print and online publications, both Indian and international. The practice has presented at prestigious platforms globally, where we have addressed our role as a thought leader in the design industry.

Reimagining the way we build

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Modular construction as a sustainable and efficient alternative to conventional building methods

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IFJ

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The Jaypore store creates a modular immersive retail experience that reflects the brand's core values

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Building with the terrain

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How can we design better in the Himalayas?

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Elle Decor

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Masti 2.0 at The Dubai Edition Hotel--minimal intervention, maximal repurposing

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Volume Zero

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The House of Celeste explores India's multiculturalism, celebrating its sense of togetherness and belonging

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Transforming heritage properties into hotels

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Reinterpreting heritage to craft authentic hospitality experiences

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Kuala Lumpur Architecture Festival Malaysia

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Principal Sidhartha Talwar as keynote speaker at the Kuala Lumpur Architecture Festival, Malaysia

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Elle Decor

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Motodo Pizzeria -an ode to the hospitality and conviviality of Italy

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Not just another brick in the wall

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Transforming the ubiquitous Brick into forms of Contemporary Expression

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Forbes India 2023

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Asha Sairam reflects on her guiding principles and design passion, as part of Forbes NextGen designers

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Can we do more with less?

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A case for Looking Inwards

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India Design ID

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Studio Lotus features in 'In Studio with Kohler' at ID 2023

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Luxe Code

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A multi-generational home that successfully blends varied aspirations

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Of material and memory

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Creating a Cohesive, Memorable Hospitality Experience

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LA Journal

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Imagine Studio at The Trees extends the boundaries of the gated development to include the community and the city

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IIA Kerala Chapter

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Principal Harsh Vardhan as a key speaker at IIA Kerala Chapter Convention 2023

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Craft, beauty and the search for meaning

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On the relevance of Handiwork for Indian Contexts

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FIND Asia Design Fair

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Ankur Choksi as part of a panel on The Fourth Pillar of Sustainability at FIND Global Summit, 2022

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Building better facades

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How Facade Design impacts a building's Performance and User Well-being

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The concept of second homes

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Holiday homes-an escape from urban chaos

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Can design shape culture?

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This Thing called Cultural Space, by Sidhartha Talwar

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How do we celebrate our living heritage

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How can Contemporary Design and Local Craft enrich each other?

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Reimagining urban living

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Designing Compact Homes that incorporate Daylight and Natural Ventilation

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Building brand identity through design

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How can Spatial Interventions impact Experiences? by Asha Sairam

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Evolution of the Jaali at RAAS Jodhpur

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Crafting a dialogue between the old and the new through authenticity of materials and workmanship

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Hospitality Design Awards

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RAAS Chhatrasagar is a Category Winner at the 18th Hospitality Design Awards, 2024

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Dezeen Awards

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Studio Lotus is Longlisted at the Dezeen Awards for Architecture Studio of the Year, 2022

Archdaily

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Max House-An alternative Benchmark for Commercial Architecture

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Architecture + Design

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House of Celeste-Into the Wild

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People | Place | Time

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Diving into the Past, Engaging with People in the Present, to create Spaces of the Future

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Tribal Design Forum

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Ankur Choksi as a key speaker in Tribal Design Forum

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AHEAD Awards

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The premier global platform for Hospitality Experience and Design recognition awards RAAS Chhatrasagar in 2022

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The tale of retail

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Store vs Click: Instant gratification or virtual convenience?

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Luxe Code

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South End Home-Adding New Life into an existing neoclassical structure for 21st Century Living

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The future of restaurant design

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Strong Concepts and an emphasis on Better Engagement spell the Future of Restaurant Design

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Emergence and Improvisation

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Quality of Emergence as seen through a Theoretical and Professional Lens, by Ankur Choksi

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Coworking spaces and digital nomadism

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What does the Future of Work look like? by Ankur Choksi

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IFJ

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Preserving Industrial Heritage

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FOAID - Crafting Meaning, Celebrating Context

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Ambrish Arora on 'Creating Meaning, Celebrating Context' through Villa in the Woods

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Innovative use of architectural materials

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Contemporizing Craft, by Pankhuri Goel

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What it means to design sustainably

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Greenwashing has become rampant; we must recognize the need for going Truly Green, by Sidhartha Talwar

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Architectural Digest

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A Gurugram Office adorned with Indian Folk Art

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Living in light

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Daylight as an Integral Architectural Element, by Sidhartha Talwar

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The Future of the Building Industry is Circular

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Is 'Building Green' the solution, or are there Credible Alternatives? by Ambrish Arora

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The Hindu

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Ankur Choksi's take on How the Future of Luxury real estate is taking the Eco route

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Design Diffusion

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Ambrish Arora on How to interpret Design Authenticity to best express a specific Context

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World Architecture Festival

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RAAS Chhatrasagar wins WAF 2021 under Hotel & Leisure - Completed Buildings category

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Golden Trezzini Awards

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Krushi Bhawan bags an Honorable Mention at the International Golden Trezzini Awards, 2021

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Home & Design Trends

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Trilegal demonstrates a Stellar Narrative of Indian Arts and Crafts

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Evolving Paradigms of Luxury

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A New Consciousness that favours Experiences over Possessions

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IndiaNOW: Architecture in the Contemporary Landscape

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Sidhartha Talwar and Ankur Choksi reflecting upon the Studio's Goals and Approaches

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Refurbishment in Architecture | ArchDaily

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The Baradari at City Palace Jaipur - an insightful example of how design brings inherent value

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Archello

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Ekaya Thaan brings back the glory of Banarasi textiles

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World Architecture Festival

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RAAS Jodhpur wins Studio Lotus' first WAF award in 2011 for World Holiday Building of the Year

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Futurarc

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The retro charm of energy-efficient Max House, New Delhi

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Prix Versailles

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The highly regarded, UNESCO-run Prix Versailles awards Masti Dubai the 2018 Special Prize for Restaurant Interiors

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The Leela Magazine

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Asha Sairam on how offering choices enhances experiences, fostering robust communities

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The Merit List

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RAAS Chhatrasagar wins a Citation by the highly regarded Merit List in 2021

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Comfort in Construction | Domus

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This house blurs boundaries, connecting inside and outside while navigating context

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Southeast Asia Building

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The Club at The Trees blends Godrej's rich history with a forward-thinking approach

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ARCASIA Awards

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Paro by Good Earth bags Store Design of the Year at the Arcasia Awards, 2020

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Designboom

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Situated in the heart of the old walled city of Jodhpur, awaits a charismatic boutique hotel

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Industrial style Royal Enfield Garage Cafe in Goa | designboom

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Built around the core values of the brand—timelessness, craftsmanship and a true love for motorcycling

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Area, Italy

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Stacked House is designed as an airy, day-lit sanctuary with all spaces cross-ventilated throughout the day

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Inside Outside

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Aloft - An Upward Trend in Hospitality

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Surface Design Awards

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Krushi Bhavan sweeps the 2020 Awards, bagging Supreme Winner, and Winner in Public Building Exterior and Interior Categories

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How green is your building?

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Shortlisted for a global award, Krushi Bhawan showcases architects integrating sustainability in construction

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Forbes India

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A collection of the best home offices-Stepped House

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The Hindu

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Shortlisted project for the World Architecture Festival 2021

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Stir

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Earth and Glass House by Studio Lotus is a materially enriched suburban sanctuary

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Futurarc

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Production centres are shifting from energy-intensive to eco-sensitive designs

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Stir

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Raro House of Fashion by Studio Lotus builds an identity on complementary duality

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Hotelier India

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Harmonizing warm earth tones with lush tropical greens for a polished tropical vibe

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Dwell

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Twin Cubes & A Court--a stark contemporary architectural shell for a richly layered interior

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Architectural Digest India

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A stunning example of Design Prowess meeting Ecological Solutions

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INSIDE - World Festival of Interiors

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Baradari wins in the Creative Reuse Category at Inside, 2016

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Indian Architect & Builder Magazine

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RAAS Chhatrasagar-Where nature meets craftsmanship

Better Interiors

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Studio Lotus & Story Studio transform Fields Club into a dynamic hub for Bengaluru's tech-savvy professionals

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Aga Khan Award for Architecture

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RAAS Jodhpur earns a nomination in the 2013 cycle of the Aga Khan Awards

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Architectural Digest

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How a neoclassical building in Lutyens' Delhi transformed into an opulent home

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India Today Home

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Located between Bhimtal and Mukteshwar in Uttarakhand, The Villa in the Woods is centred on building a self-sufficient community

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Architecture + Design

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RAAS Chhatrasagar: An Eco-Conscious Design

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ET Edge | Panel Discussion

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Principal Ankur Choksi on Buildings of Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow

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World Architecture Festival

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Krushi Bhawan is Highly Commended at WAF 2019 in the Completed Office Building Category

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Outlook Traveller

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Understated elegance at RAAS Devigarh, Udaipur

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Krushi Bhawan | Design Owl | Think Turf

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Krushi Bhawan; of the people of Odisha, by Studio Lotus, for the farmers of Odisha

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World Architecture News

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Studio Lotus unveils Stacked House, subverting the archetype of poorly-lit row-houses in dense neighbourhoods

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Design Essentia

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Upstage Club embodies the flagship brand's business and hospitality experience at the Roseate House. New Delhi

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World Architecture News Awards

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RAAS Jodhpur wins the World Architecture News Awards Hotel of the Year, 2013

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Archivibe

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Studio Lotus - Best Architectural Companies in India

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The Plan

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Flagship Store for Jaypore in Bengaluru-An Immersive Retail Experience

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The Indian Review of World Furniture, Interiors and Design

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RAAS Devigarh and RAAS Jodhpur feature in The Indian Review of World Furniture, Interiors and Design

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Hotelier India

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RAAS Hotels partners with Devanya to build a sustainable boutique hotel

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India Home Today

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A weekend retreat: three construction systems, a distinct indoor-outdoor design, and a celebration of craft

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Baku International Awards

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Baradari wins 3rd prize at the Fifth Baku International Architecture Award, 2021

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Super Jury | World Architecture Festival | Villa in the Woods

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Studio Lotus presents Villa in the Woods in the category House & Villa (Rural/Nature) at WAF

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Super Jury | World Architectural Festival 2021 | RAAS Chhatrasagar

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Studio Lotus presents RAAS Chhatrasagar under the category Hotel & Leisure, Completed Buildings at WAF 2021

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ACE Update Architecture & Design Series 2022

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Senior Team Lead Anusha Bajpai on 'Net Zero Buildings Challenges and Resolutions'

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Unbuilt Book Launch 2021

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Studio Lotus Principal Ambrish Arora and Founder of sP+A Sameep Padora at the book launch of Unbuilt

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Indesign Live

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Studio Lotus conjures a tropical oasis in The House of Celeste

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