About Design Integral

Designing meaningful experiences

We don't just design spaces. We craft experiences that endure.

We translate business vision into tangible experiences through structured strategy and creative design thinking. Every touchpoint shapes perception, and we ensure yours builds trust, clarity, and lasting recall.

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Our Philosophy

Experience design at the core

Great design is not just seen - it is felt.

User Journey Mapping

Designing with the human at the centre.

Functional Intelligence

Every element earns its place.

Emotional Resonance

Spaces and products that people remember.

Our Approach

Discover -> Define -> Design -> Deliver

A structured methodology shaped by insight and delivered with precision.

Discover

  • Brief, brand DNA, and business objectives
  • Stakeholder interviews and user research
  • Site analysis and benchmarking

Define

  • Problem statements and design principles
  • Success metrics and project scope
  • Shared stakeholder vision

Design

  • Concept exploration and spatial planning
  • Visualisation, prototyping, and refinement
  • Material and finish strategy

Deliver

  • Execution oversight and coordination
  • Vendor management and QA milestones
  • Handover and post-delivery support

Leadership

The minds behind Design Integral

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Narayanan Rajagopalan

Founder and Design Principal

  • 20+ years design and build leadership
  • Education: B.Arch (Pune), M.Des NID Ahmedabad, IIMB / C-DAC / MET
  • Domains: Retail, Residential, Product, Experience
  • Associated with: Featherlite, Grottini, Hettich, Tata Elxsi, HomeLane
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Ranjan Ray

Partner and Operations Head

  • 20+ years, turnkey expert in end-to-end execution
  • Education: B.Arch SPA Delhi, M.Des NID Ahmedabad
  • Domains: Retail, Commercial, Residential
  • Strength: Site coordination, vendor and delivery management
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Kundhavi Nagaraj

Associate and Design Lead

  • 8 years, retail experience design specialist
  • Education: B.Arch, M.Des Barcelona
  • Expertise: Retail environments and brand experience
  • Edge: European design sensibility, Indian market insight