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Homes as Sanctuaries: Design & Heritage Renovation

bySIAN ArchitectsTakes projects across India; Visit studio in Derawal Nagar, DelhiStarts from₹150 per sq. ft. of facade areaView full gallery

A sanctuary is more than a beautiful room; it is where your daily rhythm finds a home. We design spaces that honor your story, from heritage renovations that preserve memory to modern villas built for comfort.

In the dining room of 'The Blooming Garden', a heritage renovation, we created a tablescape that feels both abundant and intimate. The mix of fresh pears, floral arrangements, and printed linens complements the room's blush-toned floral wallpaper and refurbished furniture.

For the Stone Print Villa, we experimented with stone as a pliable material. This facade detail shows a custom ornamentation made from a stone-resin composite, allowing us to achieve intricate, curved forms that honor traditional craft with modern techniques.

Our Twin Villa project was featured in Smart Home World magazine as a case study in luxury living. The design is recognized for its seamless indoor-outdoor connection, smart home automation, and energy-efficient systems, merging technology and comfort.

About Homes as Sanctuaries

When we approach a home renovation, we do not start with a catalog of trends. We start with the existing structure's history, like the heritage footprint of Lal Kothi in Meerut. Instead of erasing old layers to make things look 'new,' we listen to them, figuring out how to retain the original warmth while weaving in modern functionality. Whether it is refurbishing antique furniture or updating a layout for contemporary flow, our goal is to ensure the home feels like it has always belonged exactly where it stands.

Heritage renovation and luxury villa specialists. — Approved by the tribe
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SIAN Architects

Takes projects across India; Visit studio in Derawal Nagar, DelhiStarts from ₹150 per sq. ft. of facade area

We are Surbhi and Deepanshu. We do not just design houses; we chase ideas that blend old-school tricks with new-age living. If you want a home that feels lived-in, full of stories, and deeply connected to its land, let us talk.

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