Last week, I visited my ancestral home for a short, sweet trip. I loved seeing my childhood place again—the swings, the attic, all those memories came flooding back. But then, I entered the backyard and my heart sank. Most of my favorite trees & plants had mealy bugs, fungus, mitesContinue Reading
Did you know that over 68% of architects are quite particular about the pens they use? No ball pens, no gel pens and no tiktok pens, strictly! In fact, they even have a long checklist on how the best pens for architects should be. So, basically, this list has aContinue Reading
You know, staying in India, I’ve always been a fan of colorful Asian design. The one with colors, patterns, textures and literally everything clubbed together. So yes, modern, minimalist designs didn’t appeal to me much before. This was until I visited the Villa Savoye in France during my blogging tripContinue Reading
Do you know that captive or ferrying elephants have a shorter lifespan than those in the wild? Well yes, and that too by over 30+ years! Shocking, isn’t it? See, elephants are social creatures; they just can’t survive without a herd, without vegetation and yes, water! In fact, elephants needContinue Reading
You know, last week I ran a small poll to see how many people were still into gardening in 2025. And wow, a massive 94% of you said you are! But over 73% of people also told me how they struggle to find the right tools – seeds, plant bulbsContinue Reading
How many of you love gardening? Well, I am sure there are lots! But then, for busy tech hunkies or even couch potatoes like me, gardening is tough as hell! Like, who even has the patience to sieve soil, water plants & trim trees? Well, that’s why these 10 bigContinue Reading
It was an intense and active Tuesday at 1 Leaping Frog Studio – absolutely no Monday blues, in sight! But the architects were busy in brainstorming the interiors of the Ascend – a new, multi-storied bungalow project. The brief was clear, yet challenging: minimalist and fine luxury interiors, with aContinue Reading
Last month, I dropped a poll in my studio to see if you guys prefer small or big plants. And guess what? Out of 53 people, 49 chose lush, big plants! Well, it seems you guys really love Bohemian interiors with all the plants & tropical vibes. But then howContinue Reading
Mumbai is known as the financial and entertainment hub of India, right? After all, it’s quite a bustling city with a really high population and expansive real estate market. In fact, you’ll find a lot of wealthy people here, who are always looking for luxurious, exclusive places for their high-endContinue Reading
Last week, I decided to treat myself and got a Monstera plant for ₹1,300. I know, I know, a bit of a splurge, especially since I ordered it online. When it finally showed up, though, I felt so guilty! The leaves were yellow, the branches drooped, and the soil wasContinue Reading
How many of you have a love-hate relationship with summer? Well, I do! Because, on one hand, I love all those mangoes & grapes, while on the other, I am seriously stuck on how to keep a room cool in summer. Like, I just hate fanning myself, up at 3AM!Continue Reading
Who doesn’t love having plants at home? But then, who knows the best 5 ways to take care of plants? Ah, yes! You might still know everything about the light & watering, but boy! What about all those brown spots, turbid leaves and pests? Now, you might say we’ll goContinue Reading
You know, back in my fifth year, I had taken up high-density, multi-use skyscrapers for my thesis project. The site was fixed, the area program was roughly made, and I even thought of something dynamic—like the Aqua Tower but with my own spin. But then, I had no clue onContinue Reading
Minimalism is everywhere these days, isn’t it? In fact, experts say that by 2035, about 45% homes might go minimal. But then, don’t you think they all might start looking like carbon copies of each other? Like, they’ll still use the same white walls, steel-framed furniture, and lifeless Pinterest-inspired setups.Continue Reading
No state tax? Check. Perfect weather? Check. A remote work boom? Triple check. Florida’s indeed the go-to spot for remote work homes these days. But that surge in demand is pushing prices up, almost by 20% & changing the housing scene. So, is it still a good idea for buyers?Continue Reading