Muruku Madras By Padmanabhan

Muruku Madras is envisioned as an ode to the South Indian home—where food, culture, and

warmth come together seamlessly. The design narrative takes inspiration from traditional architecture and artistry while translating it into a contemporary dining experience.

The arched wooden frames, cane-backed chairs, and earthy palettes evoke the intimacy of

verandahs and courtyards found in ancestral South Indian homes. Lotus-inspired brass

pendants create a sense of sacred symbolism while casting a golden glow, reminiscent of

temple interiors and festive gatherings. Layered textures—woven cane, patterned upholstery,

and terracotta-toned flooring—build a tactile connection to tradition.

The approach was one of translation rather than replication. Instead of curating a staged

theme, the design distilled the essence of a Tamil and Kerala household—its intimacy, warmth,and ritual—into spatial gestures.

The arched teak-toned frames recall the thresholds of ancestral homes, not as literal copies but as abstracted architectural rhythms. Cane-backed chairs and patterned upholstery reference domestic craft traditions, grounding the seating in tactile familiarity. The brass pendant lights,sculpted like unfolding lotus petals, glow with a muted radiance that evokes the softness of oil lamps, avoiding the sterility of commercial lighting.