Traditional chettinad house interiors

Onebulb Architecture Studio derives inspiration from vernacular architecture and Laurie Baker’s works to design and make Brick Veedu in Madurai, Tamil Nadu.

Located in a village near Mayavaram, Asikkad House showcases the heritage of a Chettinad house, brought together in rich configurations. The design intends to reimagine Chettinad architecture and conserve the cultural significance it holds. The complex comprises the main house, a separate kitchen block, and two cottages. The main house and kitchen block connected by a passage contain individual open courtyards within them. An array of intricately crafted columns adorn the verandahs, and the…

Hiraya Design Studio restored and refurbished an ancestral Mangalore villa with traditional Chettinad elements, Athangudi tiles, and antiques sourced from across India.

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The design transitions progress the space in a hierarchical order by segregating the spaces. Various sensory experiences are enhanced in this Kerala home.

Spend an outstanding stay in a splendid palatial mansion in Chettinad. A luxury Tamil merchant’s home, a south Indian Haveli

Lovely house in Thrissur Kerala - Traditional Kerala architecture plus the modern aspects, a wonderful meld of old-style living with vivid and contemporary nuances.

At Visalam, you will discover anecdotes of Tamizh culture detailed in the architecture and interiors. For instance, the checkered sarees ‘Kandangi Selai’ that are used as bed runners in our rooms. They are sourced from local Karaikudi handloom weavers who craft the fabric the traditional way. #MeAndCGHEarth #Visalam #Karaikudi #Chettinad #Antique #Heritage #ChettinadHome #Culture #TravelTamilnadu #SouthIndia #OffbeatTravel #CGHExperiences #Kandangi

It’s sustainable, durable and supports local craft. These ideas that stem from Chettinad house interiors can be applied to modern homes too. Take a look!

A single-keye hotel that reflects the heritage of a bygone era, the interiors are decked with timeless artefacts and antiques. The veranda opens to the lush green garden overlooking the backwaters.