India’s Emerging Luxury Hospitality & Lifestyle Ecosystem Driven by Xtord Designs, Ratikara Retreats & Big Champs

India’s Emerging Luxury Hospitality & Lifestyle Ecosystem Driven by Xtord Designs, Ratikara Retreats & Big Champs

New Delhi [India], April 15: Changes are happening to luxury real estate and boutique hospitality in India, as design-led, sustainable and life-style focused developments are gaining prominence. Three emerging brands, Xtord Designs, Ratikara Retreats and Big Champs, are leading this transformation in redefining luxury living, wellness retreats and community spaces.

Supported by a solid run of projects in the Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Odisha and Hyderabad regions, these ventures have seen the completion of over 200 residential, commercial and hospitality projects, thereby establishing a commitment to excellence in design, innovation & project execution.

Xtord Designs – Redefining Architecture & Interior Excellence

Xtord Designs Pvt. Ltd. is a leading interior design and architecture firm offering comprehensive services in architecture, interior design, project management, design-build, and specialized hospitality design.

Established in 2004, the company has been crafting spaces that are visually appealing, highly functional, and comfortable for contemporary living. With a philosophy rooted in simple, practical, and thoughtful design, Xtord Designs delivers exceptional projects across residential, commercial, and hospitality sectors.

The firm manages projects end-to-end – from concept to completion – with unwavering focus on quality, precision, and client-centric care. Over the years, it has earned a strong reputation for creating well-planned, meaningful spaces that reflect individual client needs while delivering timeless design value, particularly through its standout hospitality projects that blend luxury, functionality, and immersive guest experiences

Website: https://xtorddesigns.com/

Ratikara Retreats – Building India’s Next Eco-Luxury Wellness Destinations

Ratikara Retreats is a hospitality enterprise focused on the development of eco-luxury resorts, wellness-led destinations, and experiential nature retreats.

The company is actively collaborating with leading international hotel partners to bring world-class hospitality standards and immersive guest experiences to India, while upholding a strong commitment to environmental protection and sustainable development practices.

Upcoming projects include a resort villa development in the serene Ananthagiri Hills near Hyderabad and a premium project in Alwar, Rajasthan, both designed to harmoniously blend luxury, wellness, and nature.

Website: https://www.ratikara.com/

Big Champs – Transforming Luxury Senior Living in India

Big Champs is a premium senior living brand that plans to develop contemporary, wellness-oriented residential communities designed specifically for the changing needs of India’s ageing population.

The brand focuses on creating spaces that support a healthy and active lifestyle, with features that promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being. It aims to redefine the concept of senior living through its flagship project in South Gurgaon by combining comfort, healthcare integration, and strong community engagement.

With a vision to expand across major cities in India, Big Champs is set to offer thoughtfully designed environments where seniors can live safely, independently, and with a better quality of life.

Website: https://bigchamps.in/

Grow Multi-V distribution and multi vertical development ecosystem

The ecosystem is further strengthened by several dedicated development companies that provide specialized services across the Group’s core brands, including:

  • Riveira Hills Hospitality Pvt. Ltd.
  • Green Cube Projects Pvt. Ltd.
  • White Cube Projects Pvt. Ltd.
  • Marvelia Retreats Pvt. Ltd.

These additional ventures serve as key development arms supporting large-format resort developments, premium wellness retreats, senior living communities, and integrated lifestyle projects across prime destinations in India. This further strengthens the Group’s multi-vertical footprint in hospitality and real estate.

A Vision Rooted in Luxury, Sustainability & Community

The underlying aspiration of these entrepreneurial ventures is to envisage spaces that are not merely infrastructure but aim to provide improved quality of life, experiences and human relationships.

By leveraging a design-first methodology and an eye towards sustainability, the team intends to grow Ratikara Retreats into a nationwide boutique hospitality system, while scaling Big Champs as an Indian premium senior living brand.

Leadership Behind the Vision

The brands are founded and led by Jitender Kataria, an architect, developer and hospitality entrepreneur with over two decades of experience, he has emerged as a prominent figure in India’s fast-growing luxury real estate and boutique hospitality sector.

Having delivered projects across major Indian cities, he has played a key role in building a design-led, multi-venture ecosystem that bridges architecture, hospitality and lifestyle development. His journey from architecture to entrepreneurship continues to shape the growth and direction of these ventures.

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Jitender Kataria

Founder – Xtord Designs & Ratikara Retreats

Co-Founder – Big Champs

j.k@xtorddesigns.com

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Malaika Arora Captures the Serene Beauty of Germany’s Nature for GlobalSpa Magazine in Collaboration with German National Tourist Office India

Malaika Arora Captures the Serene Beauty of Germany’s Nature for GlobalSpa Magazine in Collaboration with German National Tourist Office India

Konstanz [Germany], January 7: GlobalSpa Magazine, India’s leading luxury wellness, travel, and lifestyle publication, in collaboration with the German National Tourist Office India, presents an evocative international cover shoot featuring Malaika Arora, set amidst the tranquil natural landscapes of Constance, Germany. Shot as part of Germany’s Nature campaign, the editorial spotlights the country’s pristine environments, wellness-forward destinations, and calming winter beauty–positioning Germany as a premier nature and rejuvenation escape for Indian travellers.

The shoot unfolded along the picturesque shores of Lake Constance (Bodensee), where expansive waters, alpine horizons, and winter light created a serene, contemplative atmosphere.

Reflecting on her shooting experience in Germany, Malaika Arora shared,

“It has been wonderful! I am so happy to experience Germany in its most beautiful wintertime, and it has been stunning. It has been nice and cosy, and shooting outdoors has been a great experience.”

For someone for whom fitness is a way of life, Germany’s landscapes felt instantly inviting.

“In every little corner, I felt ready to roll out my mat and do a few asanas–whether it was by the lake, in the gardens, or just in a cosy corner in my room or on the balcony. So just about everywhere!” she said.

When asked about a nature destination she would return to without hesitation, Malaika was clear in her choice.

“I would definitely like to come back to Germany, to Constance. It is such a quaint, beautiful city. It’s tucked away, so there’s a feeling of not too many people. Even getting here–driving and taking a ferry–felt magical.”

Embracing the local flavours, Malaika also discovered the culinary soul of the country, sharing,

“Schnitzel, currywurst, and rye bread instantly felt like the taste of Germany.”

Summing up her experience of Germany’s landscapes in three words, she described them as:

“Serene. Green. Beautiful.”

Commenting on the collaboration, Romit Theophilus, Director – Sales and Marketing, German National Tourist Office India, said: “Through our ‘Embrace German Nature’ campaign, we are showing Indian travelers that Germany’s landscapes are not just backdrops but living stages for transformation and sustainability. By integrating the influence of Bollywood celebrities who are now discovering and filming Germany’s hidden treasures we are shifting the narrative. Indian tourists no longer see Germany as just a scenic stopover; they are engaging with it as a holistic lifestyle destination where vibrant city life, world-class culinary trails, and iconic nature converge. Whether it’s a romantic castle wedding or a high-energy urban adventure, we are building a version of Germany that is as diverse and soulful.”

This collaboration between GlobalSpa Magazine and German National Tourist Office India reinforces Germany’s positioning as a destination where nature, wellness, and slow luxury intersect seamlessly. With its scenic lakes, peaceful towns, and world-class wellness retreats, Germany continues to emerge as a preferred destination for Indian celebrities, wellness seekers, and mindful travellers.

Featuring Malaika Arora as the print cover star, the Nature campaign reflects GlobalSpa’s continued commitment to showcasing global destinations that prioritise well-being, balance, and immersive travel experiences, while highlighting Germany as a leading nature-led travel destination on the world stage.