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ABOUT US

Know the Story, Meet the Team, Explore Services

AraiZen draws its inspiration from two ancient words: "Areté," representing excellence in one's endeavors, and "Kaizen," signifying continuous improvement or change for the better. Rooted in these timeless principles, AraiZen delivers premium interior designs across Residential, Hospitality, Boutique Spaces, and Commercial Sectors.

 

At AraiZen, we adopt a client-centered approach that resonates in every design. We strive to understand how our clients live, work, and play, designing spaces that not only reflect their personal style but also cater to their individual needs, creating a sense of involvement and harmony with the space.

One Company. Two Brands.

Meet Our Sister Brand

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VAY Forward Architects is the other creative arm, operating alongside Studio AraiZen.

While Studio AraiZen brings a refined lens on interiors and crafted environments, VAY Forward Architects leads with architecture and landscape-driven design — shaping residences, workplaces, and community spaces with an emphasis on form, context, and experience. Both practices are rooted in shared values of integrity, craftsmanship, and sustainability.

 

Together, they form a unified design ecosystem that delivers thoughtful, impact-driven spaces across disciplines.

 

Click here to explore our Architecture Studio.

Meet The Team

Yatish Bafna

Ar. Yatish Bafna

Principal Architect 

Yatish, with over 20 years of experience in architecture and landscaping, is the Principal Architect at our Sister Firm, VAY Forward Architects. He has led and contributed to several large-scale architectural projects, including the Chennai International Airport, Navi Mumbai Metro Stations, and many others.

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Id. Siddhi Chhajed

Design Curator & 

Spatial Visionary

With 8+ years of experience, leads the design vision at AraiZen, creating interiors that harmonize functionality with expressive detail. Her approach weaves client lifestyles into meaningful spatial narratives.

Amit Banthia

Amit Banthia

Execution Strategist &

Project Coordinator

Amit, with 22+ years of experience, leads on-site craftsmanship at AraiZen, translating design intent into built reality with precision and purpose. He anchors each project in quality, ensuring that every detail is executed with integrity and care.

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Sanket Chhajed

Business Curator &

Strategic Thinker

Sanket, with 6+ years of experience, builds the invisible business frameworks at AraiZen that carry each project forward — refining back-end systems, elevating client journeys, and strengthening the studio’s foundation.

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Id. Komal Sanklecha

Interior Stylist &

Digital Brand Curator

With 4+ years of experience, Komal brings spaces to life as an interior designer, curating environments with purpose and personality. Alongside, she leads AraiZen’s brand storytelling across digital platforms, ensuring the brand’s voice is clear, consistent, and deeply connected.

Our Services

Design Consultancy

We help you plan and design your space with expert layouts, material selection, 3D visuals, and smooth coordination to bring your vision to life.

Turnkey

From start to finish, we take care of everything—construction, furniture, installations, and project management—so you get a hassle-free, beautifully finished space.

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©2025 by Sanket Chhajed

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