India has incredible design talent. For decades, architects and interior designers have crafted spaces that inspire, comfort and leave us in awe. But in the process of designing a luxury home, great design often becomes second priority. We wanted to change that. The key to this change wasn't more control. It was more clarity, more collaboration and more respect for the craft.
And this is where it all started. Founded in 2019 as Design Qandy, we set out to create calm in the chaos of every homeowner’s design process. We wanted design to be the forefront of everything we do . Over the years, this belief became more than a philosophy. It became our identity. Introducing, DESIGN FIRST. Not a studio . Not a turnkey firm. Design First is a design and build revolution. It’s a new kind of company for a new kind of India, here to celebrate design above all else. We have prioritised Design an dbuilt an incredible system around it with experiential spaces, internationally trained talent , human-tech, process management and the latest knowledge from the world of architecture and design.
Your home should feel like yours. The Design First Style Test uncovers your unique aesthetic, ensuring every choice feels personal.
From layouts to build, we manage it all, ensuring your design journey is smooth, transparent and enjoyable.
Smart systems, real-time data and structured project management guarantee consistency and reliability.
Design is our north star , guiding every step from the first idea to the final touch.
Visit the Design First Experience at Marine Drive, where design feels intentional yet personal, refined yet un expected.
MEET US AT MARINE DRIVE .
Our flagship experience space at Marine Drive, Mumbai, is not a showroom or a typical studio. It is a space of discovery and collaboration, inspired by Carlo Scarpa, the Italian master who bridged history and modernity with sensitivity and materiality. Here, clients and creators meet as equals. Here, design is not just seen – it is un derstood, respected and brought to life with care. And this is just the beginning.