INTERVIEWS

Lori Morris wrote this in an email, in response to a question about the long minimalist years, the decades when the design world had collectively decided that restraint was the only intelligent position and richness was something you either apologized for or quietly dressed down, and what is remarkable about the line is not its content but its temperature, because it is completely room temperature, no heat in it, no score to settle, just a person stating something so settled

Adam Goodrum's studio in Sydney is where things get reduced. A piece begins as a concept, gets drawn, modelled, prototyped, and cut back until what remains is only what the object actually needs. He is interested, he has said, in objects that express how they are made, and it is a principle that runs through everything that leaves the studio, from the Stitch Chair produced by Cappellini to his work for Thonet and Artifort, furniture that looks simple until you understand it,

A-Class Marble has spent more than five decades sourcing the world's finest natural stone for India's most demanding spaces. Its Director Rajesh Bhandari speaks to Design Diary International on quarries in Africa, the technology remaking stone processing, and why marble, in the end, always wins the argument. A-Class Marble has been importing stone into India for more than fifty years, which means it has been doing this longer than most of the architects and designers who spec

She studied economics at Warwick, spent years reading spreadsheets in a multinational, and then walked into the décor industry and quietly remade it. Neha Jain, co-founder of UDC Homes, speaks to Alisha of Design Diary International  on transforming a paint retail business into one of India's most ambitious wall covering brands, and what it takes to design surfaces that outlast the moment they were made in. In 2014, a paint retail company that had spent a decade selling color

Based in Milan, the practice moves easily between product design, art, fashion, and illustration, refusing to prioritise one discipline over another. Salmistraro’s work is driven by an architectural understanding of form and a deeply emotional approach to objects, where colour, texture, and narrative are not applied as surface treatments but embedded into the design process itself. Her objects often feel animated, expressive, and intentionally imperfect, shaped by cultural re

Over nearly two decades, Culinary Art India has grown from a regional contest into one of the country’s most significant professional platforms for chefs. What began as a focused competition has steadily expanded in scale, attracting participants from across India while strengthening its technical standards, judging processes, and professional discipline. This year’s edition marks an important moment in that journey, with the competition receiving endorsement from the World A

Paris has long recognized that genuine luxury often speaks softly. It manifests in balance, restraint, and the understated confidence of enduring creations. Within this tradition, Ateliers Auguste has established itself as one of the most intriguing independent leather houses of its time, not through flamboyance, but through dedication. Brothers Laurent and Xavier Valembert founded the Paris-based brand in 2018 as a counter to the fast-paced cycles of modern fashion. Their am

At a time when the Indian beauty market is expanding at a pace that often prioritizes scale over calibration, a new generation of brands is attempting to address consumers who exist outside the traditional frameworks of luxury and budget positioning. These are consumers who are informed, routine-driven, and increasingly attentive to formulation, shade relevance, and long-term usability, but who remain conscious of value. Mila Beauté is among the brands that have emerged in th

Ar. Abhinav Goel, Principal at RMJM, belongs to a generation of architects whose practice has been shaped by movement across geographies rather than allegiance to one. His work sits at the intersection of technology, narrative, and place, informed by early experimentation, international collaborations, and hands-on exposure to diverse architectural cultures. In this conversation with Alisha for Design Diary International, he speaks about finding direction during uncertain beg

The first thing you notice about Jason deCaires Taylor’s work isn’t scale, or novelty, or even the uncanny experience of encountering human figures beneath the sea. It is restraint. His sculptures do not compete with the ocean. They wait for it. Over time, they soften, darken, and disappear into growth, allowing marine life to overwrite the artist’s hand. Where most monumental art insists on permanence, Taylor’s practice is built around surrender. In an exclusive interview wi

At a time when beauty is increasingly defined by automation, algorithms, and hyper-engineered formulations, LUSH continues to operate at a different tempo altogether. Known for its fresh, handmade products, outspoken ethical stance, and refusal to conform to industry norms, the brand has long positioned human effort and accountability at the center of its practice. For this email interview, Style Essentials speaks with Alice Champion, Head of Retail Operations Australia & Ao

Positioned firmly in the ultra-luxury fine jewellery space, ANOR has quietly emerged as one of the most distinctive new maisons in India’s evolving diamond landscape. Founded by fourth-generation diamantaire Bina Choksi, the brand operates at the intersection of discretion, design integrity, and premium lab-grown diamonds, a category that is still finding its true language in the Indian market. ANOR was never conceived as a brand chasing scale or accessibility. Instead, it wa

For almost a century, Turri has defined Italian luxury through craftsmanship, precision, and timeless design. Founded in 1925 in the heart of Brianza, the brand continues to evolve while preserving the artistry that shaped its legacy. In an exclusive interview with Design Diary International, Andrea Turri, CEO of the company , speaks about Turri’s journey from its artisanal origins to its modern expression of luxury, and how the brand continues to unite tradition with contem

Founded in 1989, Catellani & Smith has become one of Italy’s most distinctive voices in lighting design. Handmade in Bergamo, every piece reflects Enzo Catellani’s belief that light should move beyond function into poetry. With iconic works like Fil de Fer and sculptural collections that blur craft and art, the brand has earned global recognition while staying true to its artisanal roots. In this exclusive interview for Design Diary, Enzo Catellani speaks about the philosophy

Sometimes, starting a brand isn’t about a grand vision. It’s about fixing something that feels personal. For Surbhi N Bagla, the founder...

Preetha Rajah Kannan is a storyteller at heart. She has had a long and varied literary career, from producing stories for kids to...

Gaurav Mehta is the founder and creative force behind Jaipur Watch Company, India’s first luxury bespoke watch brand. A self-taught...

Exploring Innovations in D2C Beauty with Youneek Pro Science CEO Rishab Chandan

Introducing Mr. Vimal R. Babu, CEO and Founder of Nibav, a leading name in the burgeoning trend of in-home lifts in India. As the demand...

Counterfeit apparel refers to imitation clothing, footwear, and accessories that are sold under the brand name of a genuine product...