Well, it’s 2026. And it’s no secret that it’s the era of trends, say Instagram reels, even influencing, for example. And honestly, that’s what most decor practices in Pune still focus on. But yes, there are some others that still spend time understanding how their space responds to climate, materials,Continue Reading
You know, 2020 was rough for me. Not because I got Covid. But because I briefly worked as a project consultant at a local design firm. And honestly, somewhere between redesigns, budget overruns, site delays, and endless client calls, I unofficially became a therapist. Clients needed reassurance. Architects needed patience.Continue Reading
You know, not every home interior design practice starts with a plan; some basically evolve along the way. More like Charles & Ray Eames philosophy of developing things as per the flow, perhaps. And well, Reimagined Studio, from Hyderabad is obviously one of those! See, this story doesn’t begin inContinue Reading
Well, if you had the option to choose between a DIY approach and professional interior design for your home, what would you go for? I know, DIY sounds exciting. Creative. Almost like those makeover scenes in movies where everything just comes together with a few colours, rugs, and cushions. ButContinue Reading
Phoenix can be pretty harsh on homes, especially garages, right? Like the heat is intense here. So, garage slab temperatures increase really fast & the floors fade & crack in no time. Well, epoxy flooring is a total life saver in this case. And if you are wondering about theContinue Reading
Did you know that China had a little “gold mine” growing quietly in its forests for centuries? But most of the world didn’t really notice it until the early 1900s! And no, I’m not talking about an actual mine or treasure site here. I am talking about a plant; especiallyContinue Reading
Written by Ar. Ruchika Deshpande | Updated March 2026. You know how in India we never really buy a plant “just like that”? Like, there’s always a reason behind it. There’s Tulsi for purity, money plant for prosperity, snake plant for air filtration, etc. And some people even keep aContinue Reading
Written by the Shawn Watcher| Edited by the Archwhispers Editorial Team | Updated February 2026. As-built drawings are basically the detailed records that reflect the actual, real-world conditions of a building after construction or modification. So, most renovation projects might become risky, expensive & unpredictable if these drawings go missingContinue Reading
Written by Ar. Ruchika Deshpande | Updated January 2026. So once upon a time, I was a lazy gardener. I literally didn’t fertilize my plants; I forgot to water them and what not. Eventually, I stopped keeping plants altogether. Then, Covid hit and I really longed for a green buddyContinue Reading
Written by Eros (Guest Contributor) | Edited by the Archwhispers Editorial Team | Updated January 2026. Modern renovation projects, as we all know, start with a lot of confidence. You have drawings, a rough budget, and even a timeline at times! But once work begins on site, things slowly startContinue Reading
Written by Ar. Ruchika Deshpande | Updated January 2026. Balcony tiles indeed sound like a small decision! But the moment you actually start choosing them, everything begins to feel off, especially when you’re trying to nail a modern balcony tiles design. Like, some tiles look stunning in pictures but turnContinue Reading
Written by Shruti Soni | Updated January 2026. Plant pests and fungus aren’t rare in India. Like, we have unseasonal rains, heavy moisture, high temperature and pretty much everything to make a good pest breeding ground. So yes, using pesticides is a must. But then obviously you can’t go withContinue Reading
Written by Vipin Jain | Updated November 2025 | Edited by: The Archwhispers Team Last month, I was at an offline materials’ exhibition, speaking to a group of architects and interior designers about solid surfaces. And within minutes, I had a bag of mixed reactions. Some mentioned they turned yellow,Continue Reading
Written by Ar. Ruchika Deshpande | Updated October 2025. You know, choosing balcony tiles is honestly way harder than it sounds. We all want something pretty, but not too pretty. Then, we want easy maintenance. But, not at the cost of a dull look in just 2 months! And whenContinue Reading
Written by Ar. Ruchika Deshpande | Updated October 2025. If you’ve ever scrolled through balcony garden ideas on Pinterest and felt a little FOMO, you’re not alone. Most apartment balconies in India are the same. They are small, sun-baked, or completely ignored! In fact, I’ve seen so many beautiful balconiesContinue Reading
