Gauri Khan Gives Hyderabad a Taste of Her Luxury Design Aesthetics


Gauri Khan, A GKD Concept | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
In April 2022, when designers Falguni and Shane Peacock Launched their Flagship Hyderabad Store – Designed by Gauri Khan – It Marked Her Entry INTO The CITO The Cighty’s Interior Design Scene. Nearly Two Years Later, She expands her presence through a collaboration with Sussanne Khan’s The Charcoal Project (TCP). Floor 03 of TCP, on Hitec City Road, Jubilee Hills, Now Houses Gauri Khan Designs (GKD), Showcasing Luxury Furniture and Accessories, Including Bedroom and Living Bedroom and Living Room Setups with Custom Sutops with Custom Screens, hand-Painted Wallpapers, Statement Mirrors, and Contemporary lighting.
“Sussanne and I have ben close friends and share a deep love for design. We wanted to bridge that gap by offering handcrafted pieces that celebrate Indian artisanship, “Says gauri, whose interest in interior designed deeped when she referbed her home, mannat, Mannat, Mannat, Mannat, Mannat, Mannat, The Now-Famous Landmark in Mumbai with Her Husband, Superstar Shah Rukh Khan.

Sussanne Khan and Gauri Khan | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
Sussanne established the charcoal project in Mumbai in 2011. Armed with an associate art degree in interior design from brooks college, long beach, california, she also finds with her mother and interior Designer, Zarine Khan.
Bringing gkd to hyderabad, gauri curved a selection of furniture, home decor, soft furnishings, art, and artfacts. “I hope people enjoy experience the collection as much as we enjoyed creating it,” She adds.
Gauri Emphasises that always Piece on Display, from Rugs and Linens to Furniture, is designed and crafted in-House. While The Label Occasional Sources Unique Elements Internationally, Most Materials and Craftsmanship are Indian. “I Travel Extensively, Visit Design Fairs, and Stay Updated on Global Trends – Whether through the works of great masters or social media. Aesthetic is contemporary and refined, blending global influences with an understanding of what resonates with the Indian market. “
A View of Gauri Khan Designs on Floor 03 of the Charcoal Project | Photo Credit: Siddhant Thakur
The Drama Quotient
While the display floor features predominantly muted tones, the drama unfolds through creative lighting. “Lighting is a powerful design element. Whether it’s a grand -chandelier or an unconventional turbine pendant, statement fictures add Character and intrigue Lighting can instantly transform a room, bringing warmth, depth, and personality.
A Panel Near The Bedroom Setup Features Elephant Imagery, Adding a touch of nature to the space. “We have Several Handcrafted Screens, Each with a Unique Design,” Gauri explains. “The one you Saw Frames a Stunning Elephant Motif Wallpaper by De Gournay, A Brand Renowned for its exquisite hand-paainted and embroidered Wallcoverings.”
A view of the bedroom setup by gauri Khan designs, featuring a handcrafted screens with elephant images, at the far end. , Photo Credit: Siddhant Thakur
Mirror, Mirror on the Wall
Beyond Lighting, Mirrors Play a Key Role In Gauri’s Design Philosophy. She sees them as more than just functional, reflective surfaces. “I love using mirrors to amplify natural light, create an illusion of openness, and make a statement,” She says. She Illustrates This with an example: “A Sleek White Dresser with Clean Lines, Paired with a Softly-Lit Mirror, Exudes Refinement and Modern Elegance. Golden Wood With Fluid, Organic Edges Feels Like a work of art, seamlessly blending luxury with natural with nature’s beauty. “

The use of mirrors in Gauri Khan Designs | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
For TCP, Hyderabad Marks The Second Store after Mumbai. When asked about a standalone gkd store in the city, Gauri Says, “Luxury is an experience that cannot be rushed. Narraves.
Published – March 18, 2025 02:00 pm IST