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# Kham Design

We design homes, farmhouses, and apartments rooted in eco-friendly principles. Our process is a dialogue, blending your story with the land's character to create a space that awakens the senses.

## Services

### [Residential Interior Design](https://mytribe.in/kham_design/residential-interior-design)

Projects across India; Visit Studio in Chamrajpet

Typically ₹100-250 per sq.ft. (design-only) (estimate)

- ![A home should be a sanctuary, a space that feels both timeless and personal. Here, in the heart of the Padmaja Rao Residence, a traditional courtyard with a central swing becomes a place for quiet reflection and connection. The design uses earthy red oxide flooring, majestic wooden pillars, and a skylight that bathes the area in natural light, blending our rich heritage with modern living.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/28604b4f-6507-4c24-b7f6-ac0e280f2220)
- [Video: My design process always begins with a story and a sketch. In this video, I walk you through the initial thoughts for a twin house I designed for two of my mentors. I believe that understanding the site, the context, and the lives of the people who will inhabit the space is the foundation of creating a home that is both functional and soulful.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3427f4eb-54eb-482b-bab5-52ab9fb45a88)
- [Video: This is what my 'Arivu' or sensory design philosophy feels like in practice. At the Shashidhar Residence, every element is chosen to awaken the senses. The touch of cool stone walls, the sight of light filtering through the space, and the creation of quiet, comfortable nooks make this more than a house; it's an experience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8b5c270c-5efb-4393-aef4-7d472ea8c9bd)
- ![I love bringing the outdoors inside. This central courtyard at the Gifty Residence acts as the green heart of the home, visible from multiple levels. The combination of rugged stone walls, vibrant plants, and decorative floor tiles creates a dynamic yet peaceful core that fills the home with life and natural light.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1aa3c9cc-cc7b-4113-9aea-a61b37af41b7)
- ![Light is the most important material I work with. In the Gopal Residence, this sculptural skylight does more than just illuminate the double-height space below. It becomes a piece of art, casting shifting patterns of light and shadow throughout the day and connecting the home's interior to the rhythm of the sky.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c05e293b-a304-4f50-ae21-e47398100c13)
- ![This living room in the Gopalan Florenza apartment was designed to reflect the family’s Mangalorean heritage. The space features a wooden rafter ceiling and carved columns that evoke ancestral homes, while the comfortable, modern furniture makes it a practical space for daily life. It’s a blend of memory and modern comfort.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0fdfdc51-a727-4fe2-a9e5-e54b959927fb)
- ![Color and light can create magic. For the Raghunath Farmhouse in Kotagiri, I designed this entryway screen using colored glass panes. As sunlight streams through, it casts a vibrant, shifting mosaic on the floor, turning the simple act of entering the home into a joyful and artistic moment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f44bd533-dbe2-4fb3-aae2-f15c86641842)
- [Video: The true measure of a home's success is how it feels to live in it. In this video, my client Shashidhar shares his experience of the Arivu home in his own words. Hearing him describe his favorite spaces, like the swing and the study, is a wonderful reminder of why I do what I do.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1ec6e79d-a50a-46f0-baa1-ccd2338c9e6f)
- ![A home should be a reflection of your passions. For my client, a professor, a library was essential. I designed this floor-to-ceiling bookshelf at the Raghavendra Residence to be both a functional storage solution and a beautiful feature wall, creating a dedicated space for knowledge and inspiration.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/30a9e951-5ded-4938-aeb6-c69a469702be)
- ![Good design respects its surroundings. At the Raghunath Farmhouse, I created this large picture window to frame the breathtaking views of the Kotagiri hills. The home is designed to feel like a part of the landscape, offering moments of quiet connection with the natural world outside.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cba8e58d-aa4a-4970-ba8a-7b443f704e2a)

### [Sustainable Residential Architecture](https://mytribe.in/kham_design/sustainable-residential-architecture)

Projects across India; Visit Studio in Chamrajpet

Typically ₹1,200-3,500 per sq.ft (design fee only) (estimate)

- ![This is the Raghunath Farmhouse in Kotagiri, a home designed to feel like a natural extension of the hill it sits on. The cantilevered balcony offers an uninterrupted view of the valley, creating a space where you can feel truly connected to the landscape. It’s a perfect example of how I approach architecture: by listening to the land first.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8cd83828-fee6-421b-82b4-c17c8352ef10)
- [Video: For me, a project is only successful if the family living there feels a deep sense of peace and belonging. In this video, I revisit the Gifty Residence six years after its completion to hear from the homeowners themselves. Their story is a testament to how thoughtful, sustainable design can create a home that is not just beautiful, but also a joy to live in for years to come.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/efbcbdeb-8a94-44b2-bba8-7ab5da09cfc0)
- ![This is the heart of the Gopal Residence, where a double-height space is crowned with a unique skylight. I designed this to bring an abundance of natural light deep into the home, creating a bright, airy atmosphere that makes even a compact city plot feel spacious. The interplay of light, shadow, and natural materials like terracotta is central to my design philosophy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c05e293b-a304-4f50-ae21-e47398100c13)
- ![The central courtyard of the Padmaja Rao Residence is a modern interpretation of a traditional Indian architectural feature. It acts as the lungs of the home, allowing for natural light and ventilation while creating a tranquil, private space for the family. The use of classic elements like the swing and stone pillars brings a sense of heritage and calm.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/28604b4f-6507-4c24-b7f6-ac0e280f2220)
- [Video: Every design begins with a story and a sketch. In this talk, I walk through the thought process for the Gifty Residence, explaining how we moved beyond a simple square plan to create a unique, stone-built home. This is how I work: translating a client's dream into a functional, meaningful space through a collaborative and thoughtful design journey.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ae03d061-fe8e-476f-98b6-9e96c8d7e9c1)
- ![At the Raghunath Farmhouse, we encountered a large rock formation right in the middle of the site. Instead of removing it, we chose to build around it, letting the natural landscape guide the design. This decision shaped the entire split-level structure, resulting in a home that is truly integrated with its environment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0c34849f-52e3-423a-afab-e9afdac08c30)
- ![This is the kindergarten block of the Aurinko Academy, a project where we explored architecture as a tool for learning. The shell-like structure is a metaphor for a child emerging into the world, creating a playful, open, and light-filled space without restrictive columns. It shows how innovative design can be applied to spaces beyond just homes.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9add5098-8b7d-4362-a9ee-128197246a74)
- ![An overhead view of the Gifty Residence, showing the central courtyard and skylight that brings the outdoors in. This design feature is key to my climate-responsive approach, providing natural light and passive cooling to reduce energy use. The combination of the open sky, lush greenery, and earthy stone walls creates a living, breathing core for the home.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/446d954f-c599-4aef-b49a-045a2ae00cc7)

## Meet your expert

### My story

I'm Chetan from Kham Design. Honestly, a house isn’t just bricks and paint. It’s the way sunlight hits that old rock, or the feeling you get when you walk in—like Gifty’s family said, 'ನಾವು ಒಟ್ಟು ಈ ಮನೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ನಮಗೆ a piece of mind ಇದೆ.' (Here, we’ve got peace of mind). We don’t fight the land. We listen. Sometimes a rock stays, sometimes a memory shapes a wall. That’s how we work.

### My work

- **What we do**: We design homes, farmhouses, and apartments—right from architecture to interiors, anywhere in India.
- **Eco-friendly & sustainable homes**: We use natural light, local stone, and terracotta. Our eco-friendly house design means less bills, more comfort.
- **Designing with the land**: Split-level farmhouse architecture, city homes—every site is different. We let the land lead, not force it.
- **Your story, your space**: Want a Mangalorean heritage home vibe? Or something that feels just like Malenadu? We weave your story into the plan.