Design in 2026: International Aesthetics that Blend Efficiency & Funct

By: Rachita Sharma, Managing Editor | Thursday, 19 February 2026

Interior design is the art of creating spaces that perfectly amalgamate functionality with aesthetics while ensuring that the space reflects the personality of the individuals using the said space. As much as interior design is an art, it is also a science.

According to reports, the global interior design market was estimated to be worth $45.1 Billion in 2022. Going forward the market is slated to grow at a CAGR of 7.4 percent and be worth $79.6 Billion by 2030.

Closer home, Mordor Intelligence predicts that the Indian interior design market size is estimated at $28.87 billion in 2025. The industry is slated to reach $50.28 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 11.73% between 2025-2030.

Consumers today have high expectations when it comes to designing their spaces. Drawing inspiration from international markets and trends, Indian consumers are often on the lookout for interior designers who can render beautiful aesthetics while also maintain cost and efficiency.

To help consumers make the choice of picking the right interior designers, we bring to you in-depth features with some of Hyderabad’s most promising and talented women interior designers.

One of the features leaders is Manasa Devabhaktuni, Founder, Aarna Architects. She is a conscious architect and design leader with over a decade of experience, dedicated to creating meaningful, sustainable and sensorial spaces through a refined blend of simplicity, contextual design, conceptual elegance and long-lasting architectural value.

We also feature Sukrutha Karthik, Founder, Design Ripples. With over fourteen years of practice, Sukrutha is an accomplished leader in the architecture and planning industry. Her work style encompasses luxurious, functional, and deeply personalized environments, transforming residences into homes that feel natural and intimate resonating client’s identity.

Read more about these interior designers, their design philosophies and more in the current edition of WER magazine. Let us know your thoughts.