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Ishtaa Restaurant Interior Design in Jayanagar

byStudio RuhBased in Halasuru; Takes projects across Bengaluru & IndiaStarts from₹350 ₹ Per Sq. Ft.View full gallery

A calm, soulful transition from the bustling streets of Jayanagar into a warm, earth-toned dining space. We designed Ishtaa to be a retreat for slow meals and good conversation.

The street-facing view of Ishtaa at dusk, where the warm interior light glows through the entrance. This was our first F&B project, and we poured our hearts into creating a landmark in Jayanagar that felt both new and timeless.

A full view of the main dining hall where we integrated existing tree trunks directly into the restaurant's layout. The custom booth seating and suspended light fixtures were designed to complement the natural elements, creating a unique indoor-outdoor restaurant interior.

This seating area features a long, comfortable booth against a textured terracotta brick wall. The combination of warm leather-toned upholstery and natural wood chairs creates a cozy and inviting zone for guests to enjoy their meal.

We created different zones within the large restaurant space. This section uses clean wall paneling and a mix of seating types, including custom cafe seating solutions, to offer a varied dining experience under soft, ambient lighting.

Sunlight filtering through the windows creates beautiful patterns on the patterned floor tiles of this intimate dining alcove. This cozy nook is a perfect example of our focus on creating small, private moments within a larger, bustling space.

Wooden archways and open shelving act as subtle space dividers, creating a sense of discovery as you move through the restaurant. This architectural detail helps define different areas without closing them off, maintaining an open and airy feel.

A close-up of the large, spherical pendant lights made from natural fibers. These custom lighting fixtures are a centerpiece of the design, casting a warm, diffused glow that enhances the restaurant's earthy material palette.

The beauty of handcrafted details is shown in this terracotta jaali brick screen. It not only adds a decorative, traditional element but also allows for natural ventilation and playful light, connecting the interior with the outdoors.

An angled view of the restaurant's entrance, highlighting the deep green portal that draws you in from the street. The surrounding greenery and natural stone steps create a gentle transition from the urban environment to the calm interior.

The full facade of Ishtaa, showcasing the balance between the solid brickwork and the perforated screens. This image captures the architectural presence of the restaurant and our commitment to creating inviting exteriors.

About Ishtaa: A Modern Ode to Tradition

The true soul of this space came from working with what was already there, specifically the existing trees. Instead of clearing them, we made them the anchor of the dining hall, building our seating zones around them so guests feel tucked away in a quiet corner while still being part of the restaurant's energy. If you are looking at your own floor plan, consider how your primary constraints can actually become your most unique design features.

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Studio Ruh

Based in Halasuru; Takes projects across Bengaluru & IndiaStarts from ₹350 ₹ Per Sq. Ft.

We are Kavya and Shruthy, and at Studio Ruh, we live for these transformations. We don't just design layouts, we build the vibe that makes people want to stay. Our process is messy, loud, and full of chai, but we wouldn't have it any other way.

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