Where heart meets heritage

Vivid in design and authentic in soul, this Bengaluru home by Gayathri Padmam H. celebrates the best of India

- AVRIL NOEL DSOUZA

"The home beautifully blends the artist's love for Indian art, with walls adorned by her work and colours inspired by her Rajasthani roots, while antique furniture and heirlooms from West Bengal reflect the husband's passion for vintage treasures.

Gayathri Padmam H, Founder and Principal Architect, Aanai Design Studio

GAYATHRI PADMAM H

Founder and Principal Architect, Aanai Design Studio

Founded in 2018 by Gayathri Padmam H, Aanai began as an indigenous furniture studio offering personalised designs. Since then, it has grown into a multidisciplinary design studio focusing on architecture, interiors design and furniture. Aanai is dedicated to sustainable design, balancing modern contexts with global perspectives. The studio's core philosophy centers on the belief that design should be both functional and meaningful, creating spaces that reflect thoughtful, purposeful living. With a focus on innovation, Aanai continues to redefine residential spaces through creative and sustainable design solutions.