The events surrounding the CONSTRUCTION WORLD ARCHITECT AND BUILDER AWARDS have begun. Over and above awards for Noteworthy Projects introduced 2 years ago, this year, we have added one more facet to the awards: we’ve gone Regional. Our projects this issue are as interesting as the nominees we’ve met through our first ever regional CWAB Awards held in Kolkata. Two beautiful homes across the world with a  different ethos: One, a home in Mumbai is an artful and seamless blend of the old and the modern, with Inscape Designers retaining its old world charm whilst making it a warm, vibrant space. The other, a condo designed by Grammy Award-winning rocker Lenny Kravitz, is the new landmark in New York. Rich with materials used and ensconsed in the belief that the home needs to be a refuge,  the home is as enthralling as it is inviting.Sarah Sham, Founder of Essajees Atelier, has designed the Wine Room in Mumbai as a perfect homage to the finer things in life.  And Icon Projects Inspace create their first fully designed office space, blending efficient space utilisation with a quirky twist.Our cover feature on glass strikes the right balance between function and finesse, validating the material’s popularity and versatility. Wooden flooring creates its own warmth and appeal in the special feature; Vibhor Sogani talks about his  ideas and expressions that take the form of artworks and installations; while designer-duo Anchal and Anand Kashyap share their passion for recycling automobiles into futuristic works of art.Enjoy this power packed issue!