Varuna Arvind – Principal Designer, Arvind Rangan – Architect – Arvind Varuna Associates
AVA (Arvind Varuna Associates) is an architecture and interior design firm founded by Varuna Arvind and Arvind Raghavan in 2004. Over the years AVA has carved out a reputation for providing quality design solutions that are practical, functional, and aesthetically pleasing using modern concepts and techniques coupled with traditional concepts.
Beyond opulence and grandeur, Varuna and Arvind emphasize the importance of mindful designs while designing luxury spaces. They believe that true luxury emerges from a harmonious integration of natural elements and keeping details of the built design sharp and simple rather than mere extravagance.
The convergence of Smart buildings and Biophilic design excites Varuna and Arvind, envisioning a future where technology seamlessly enhances living spaces while reconnecting inhabitants with nature. AVA is committed to embedding nature and greenery in its designs for the well-being of the inhabitants.
Headed by the husband-wife duo of Aamir Sharma and Hameeda Sharma, AANDH Design Studio is a pioneer in delivering luxurious, chic, refined interior designs. During their diploma course in Architecture and Interior Design, Sharmas’ innate inclination towards interior design ignited their career trajectory. Starting with small steps, they have traversed a path fueled by an unwavering commitment to the art of design. In their practice of the last two decades, they have won numerous accolades for their versatile and extensive body of work ranging from interior design of residences, corporate offices, retail stores and hospitality spaces.
For Sharma, luxury doesn’t have a single meaning, everyone perceives luxury in a different way, whether it be in the form of cutting-edge technology, timeless simplicity, or harmonious living with nature.Sharma believes that as designers, their role is to orchestrate spaces that cater to diverse tastes, redefining luxury as per to the client’s aspirations.
Looking ahead, Sharma believes that the landscape of architectural luxury is poised for continuous evolution. With changing trends and influence of fashion, preferences change, but one enduring trend is the growing appreciation of simplicity and sustainability.
At AANDH, any new project brings along a burst of ideas, fueled by creativity, innovation, out of box thinking, constantly pushing the boundaries of conventional design to unveil truly exceptional spaces. For most of the projects, they take the biophilic approach, connecting indoors to the outdoors seamlessly, creating environments that resonate with the rhythm of nature. Smart building technology enables them to control light filters and surroundings, creating dynamic spaces.
‘Thinnu farmhouse’, where indoors and outdoors were blended, and the ‘Kotagiri home’ built on the hills are testament to their commitment to innovation and sustainability, seamlessly integrating smart building technology and biophilic design principles, giving the occupants a harmonious blend of comfort and connectivity with nature.
Amidst the creative journey, challenges come up particularly in reconciling luxury with environmental responsibility. Sharma makes sure that meticulous research and development takes place and the client expectations and sustainable design principles are adhered to when finalizing the design.
Varuna Arvind – Principal Designer,
Arvind Rangan – Architect – Arvind Varuna Associates
By Kamayni