Best Interior Designers in India to Watch in 2025

Interior design in India is experiencing a transformative phase, with a blend of traditional aesthetics and modern sensibilities. The following designers are at the forefront of this evolution, creating spaces that are both functional and visually stunning.

Below we introduce ten such designers whose work has already made an impact and who, in 2025, are poised to define the next wave of interior innovation in India. Their portfolios span luxury apartments, heritage restorations, hospitality projects and lifestyle brands, showcasing versatility, vision and design leadership.

For anyone interested in the trajectory of interiors in India, following these names offers insight into emerging trends, creative thinking and evolving standards of spatial experience.

1. Sanjyt Syngh

Sanjyt Syngh is known for his luxurious and contemporary design language that fuses modern minimalism with Indian heritage references. Through his studio Spaces + Objects, he has created iconic residences and bespoke furniture collections that evoke craftsmanship, material richness and refined elegance. His aesthetic leans toward bold proportions, plush textures and thoughtful detailing, but always grounded in a sense of livability.

2.Tanya Gyani

Tanya Gyani is a designer whose practice extends across luxury residential interiors, hospitality and product design. With an educational background from India and Italy, and early work in the UAE and Hong Kong, she brings global exposure to her Indian-based firm.

3. Ashiesh Shah

Ashiesh Shah is a Mumbai-based designer who believes that spaces must tell stories. His aesthetic draws from the Japanese philosophy of wabi-sabi , finding beauty in impermanence and imperfection , while championing Indian craftsmanship. His firm, Atelier Ashiesh Shah, has handled luxury residences, hospitality interiors and art-driven installations. His work demonstrates a refined restraint, material sensitivity and an evolving design sensibility.

4. Shabnam Gupta

Shabnam Gupta is celebrated for her vibrant, expressive interiors that embrace bold colors, textured layers and intricate patterns. She brings an eclectic, confident sensibility to her projects , ranging from luxury residences to dynamic commercial spaces. Her design philosophy invites personal character into the space, making each project feel unique and emotionally resonant.

5. Anita Dongre

Though widely known for her flagship fashion label, Anita Dongre has recently extended her design sensibility into the realm of interiors. She integrates traditional Indian textiles, crafts and motifs into her interiors; creating spaces that feel culturally rooted yet modern. Her interiors are distinguished by warmth, detail and artisan-driven accents.

6. Rooshad Shroff

Rooshad Shroff is known for combining architecture and interior design in a holistic manner. His projects often include custom-made furniture, installation-driven design elements and a strong emphasis on craft and materiality. He brings a bold, artistic and architectural approach to interiors, treating space as a curated experience.

7. Raseel Gujral Ansal

Raseel Gujral Ansal is a veteran in the Indian interior design and spatial design scene. Her studio has worked across lifestyle design, product design and interiors, crafting luxurious, timeless spaces that emphasise nature, light and serenity. Her design language reflects a refined elegance, with an emphasis on longevity and calm sophistication.

8. Richa Bahl

Richa Bahl is the founder of Richa Bahl Design Studio (Mumbai), known for crafting interiors that feel deeply personal, narrative-driven and timeless.  Her background in advertising led her to interior design, where she now specialises in luxury residences and heritage spaces.

9. Gauri Khan

Known widely as a film producer, Gauri Khan has also made a strong mark in interior design with her studio “Gauri Khan Designs” (founded 2013). Her style fuses luxury, celebrity-level finishes and global aesthetics: rich textures, bespoke furniture and curated accessories feature heavily in her projects.

10. Divya Thakur

Divya Thakur is the founder and creative director of Design Temple (est. 1999), a boutique design studio that merges contemporary design with Indian cultural references. Her work spans product design, interior architecture, exhibitions and branding, with a focus on creating a global identity for Indian design.

As India’s interiors continue to evolve, the designers featured above are leading the charge. They embody the belief that a well-designed space is more than a collection of finishes, it is a lived narrative, a reflection of culture, personality and purpose. In 2025, as clients increasingly seek interiors that are expressive, sustainable and experiential, these designers are responding with creativity, craftsmanship and conviction.

Their work highlights a broader shift: from spaces that simply look good to spaces that feel meaningful, relevant and enduring. As the design industry grows more accessible and discerning, these names will continue to influence design thinking, inspire younger practitioners and shape where Indian interiors go next.