12/10/2026
The challenge with traditional interiors is knowing how much to carry into a modern apartment.
In Sundar and Lakshmi’s 1,500 sq ft Bangalore home, two 80-year-old wooden pillars give the living room its identity. Around them, cane furniture, banana-leaf greens and earthy upholstery create a palette that continues into the dining area.
But each room changes the balance. The master bedroom moves towards lighter oak and cane; Amma’s room pairs her familiar teak furniture with quieter finishes. In the kitchen, burgundy and beige introduce a different mood altogether.
That’s what makes this home interesting: a shared design language, with enough variation for every room to feel individual.
Swipe through a home that offers plenty to borrow, especially if you love traditional Indian interiors but want room for your own interpretation.
Project: Kanavu Nilaya
Design:
Ex*****on: Ekatva Grid
Photography: Jubin Johnson 📸 Spatial Photographer
Cover Photo: spiritwallstudio
Styling: Shivani Raina
