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Manifesting divine energy? 9 mandir design ideas will bring spiritual serenity to your home

OCT 23, 2024 | By Anaya Zubin
Mandir designed by House of Ruya; Photography by Ishita Sitwala
Mandir designed by 4site Architects; Photography by Ekansh Goel
Mandir designed by Design ni Dukaan; Styling by Samir Wadekar, Photography by Ishita Sitwala

With the festive season upon us, it is the perfect time to bring warmth and joy into your home with a beautifully crafted mandir. Whether you’re looking to recreate your peaceful corner for daily rituals or add a statement alcove that blends tradition with a contemporary flair, these 9 timeless mandir design ideas will have you covered. 

From intricate carvings, clean lines and curved frames to earthy colours, traditional patterns and minimalist elegance, these mandir design ideas are sure to elevate your abode with a fitting festive opulence!

Heritage and crafts by House of Ruya

Culturally rich and brimming with clues of artistry, this mandir design features intricate jaali work and striking wood tones. Designed by Aishwarya Govind of House of Ruya, this divine space radiates festive splendour overlooking a heritage-inspired pillar, making it a traditional statement for your sacred rituals and moments of serenity

Mandir designed by House of Ruya; Photography by Ishita Sitwala

A meditative charm by Shreya Kanoria

A minimalist marvel, Shreya Kanoria of her eponymous firm Shreya Kanoria Interior design reveals a striking mandir design against soothing white walls. As the arch-inspired black frame outlines the minimally placed idol in the centre, it becomes a stunning focal point, infusing a meditative, calm charm to the home.

Mandir designed by Shreya Kanoria Interior Design; Photography by Isha Shah Studio

Blooming accents by DesignHex

A floral fantasy, Design Hex introduces a mandir adorned with gold floral wallpaper in soothing shades of grey and pink. This enchanting piece captivates with its depth and texture, complemented by a multi-functional table with subtle drawers. This mandir envisioned by principal designer Shimona Bhansali and designer Parul Kalra is unmissable for its subtle yet eclectic sense of merging culture with design.

Mandir designed by principal designer Shimona Bhansali and designer Parul Kalra of Design Hex; Styling by Samir Wadekar, Photography by Suryan//Dang
Mandir designed by Design Hex; Styling by Samir Wadekar, Photography by Suryan//Dang

Shades of brown by Ground Zero

A mandir enveloped in rich browns and subtle whites features a beautiful wall piece. Lush plants add warmth, creating an inviting atmosphere that welcomes you as you enter. Designers Sagar Rathod, Mansi Rathod and architect Ritika Uttamchandani of Ground Zero craft this warm embrace that channels a quiet spiritual sophistication.

Mandir crafted by Ground Zero; Photography by Murtaza Gandhi

The colour of calm by tHE gRID Architects

This serene sanctuary features an enchanting all-white prayer room flanked by views of the outdoors and a tranquil water body. Crafted by Snehal Suthar of tHE gRID Architects, the mandir design becomes a retreat for self-reflection and the conical structure elevates its spiritual ambience, inviting tranquillity into one’s abode, especially during festive gatherings.

Mandir designed by tHE gRID Architects; Photography by Vinay Panjwani

Curves and monochrome by Design ni Dukaan

Minimal but with echoes of artistry? This sleek crescent-shaped mandir mirrors cosmic harmony. The monochrome deity, adorned with pearls of light, will elevates your home’s festive tenor with serenity and grace designed by Veeram Shah of Design ni Dukaan.

Mandir designed by Design ni Dukaan; Styling by Samir Wadekar, Photography by Ishita Sitwala

Gracefully green by 4site Architects

A feeling similar to nature’s embrace: this mandir integrates lush greenery with an olive backdrop, framing a Krishna idol. This harmonious visual recreates the idea of spiritual comfort, intricately woven by 4site Architects’ Chandrakant S Kanthigavi.

Mandir designed by 4site Architects; Photography by Ekansh Goel

Reflections and calm by Studio Ipsa 

A calm corner, soft wood tones and delicate carvings define this peaceful mandir carved perfectly as part of a room. Fostering quiet devotion, perfect for moments of reflection during festive celebrations and otherwise, Sonal Mutha and  Aniketh Bafna of Studio Ipsa weave a corner with a medley of materials.

Mandir designed by founder Sonal Mutha and designer Aniketh Bafna of Studio Ipsa; Photography by Nayan Soni

Pray and peruse by Canvas Inc

Canvas Inc designed the perfect mandir which acts as a dual delight: Bijal Chawda and Jeetan Ranpura unveil a multifunctional mandir that also performs as a library alcove in light oak and crisp white tones. This versatile gem creates a delightful nook for spiritual reflection and literary adventures!

Mandir designed byCanvas Inc; Photography by Janvi Thakkar

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