About me

About Khushboo Shah | Award-Winning Interior Designer in Kolkata

Design with purpose, built with intention. I co-founded The Mark Decor with Meghna Shah in 2010, when I was 21. Sixteen years later, we have transformed over 5.75 lakh square feet of homes, offices, clinics, and heritage buildings across India. My work blends neutral palettes with layered textures and intentional focal points. The goal is always the same: spaces that feel elegant but actually work for how you live.

I lead an all-women design team. We have built a culture around mindfulness, ownership, and creative problem solving. Every project is a story waiting to be told, and we take that seriously.

I have spoken at TEDx Mahanagar and TEDx PIET Panipat, and my work has been recognized with the Times Design Ikons 2025 award for Excellence in Modern Contemporary Interior Design Innovation. I have been featured on the cover of Entrepreneurs Today as part of "35 Under 35," and in Femina as one of the Unstoppable Women East. But what I am most proud of is the work itself. Clients come to me because I see beyond aesthetics. I design with emotional resonance, functional flow, and real lasting impact in mind.

Outside the studio, I'm involved in youth philanthropy and volunteer work. I'm also the mom of nine-year-old twin boys, which reminds me daily that spaces have to evolve with the people in them.

Whether I'm working on a custom residence, reimagining a heritage property, or designing a commercial interior, I believe spaces should feel intentional and timeless. Not just pretty for the photos, but genuinely good to live in.

Recognition

Awards and milestones

2026
TEDx PIET Panipat

Second TEDx talk continuing the conversation on design with purpose

2025
Times Design Ikons

Excellence in Modern Contemporary Interior Design Innovation Award

2025
Femina Magazine

Featured in Unstoppable Women East, March 2025 edition

2023
TEDx Mahanagar

"Beyond Boundaries" — on design philosophy and emotional resonance

2023
"35 Under 35"

Cover feature, Entrepreneurs Today Magazine, October 2023

2010
Co-founded The Mark Decor

Built an all-women design studio that has transformed 5.75+ lakh sq ft

Philosophy

How I think about design

Every project starts with listening. Really listening. Understanding your story, what frustrates you, what you're hoping for. That's how I create spaces that don't just look good but actually feel right.

01

Emotional resonance

Design isn't just visual. It's felt. I think about how you'll experience your space emotionally, creating environments that nurture you and evolve with your life. Every material, color, and texture choice is made with real intention.

02

Functional flow

Beautiful spaces have to work with real life. Strategic planning means your home serves your daily routines, special occasions, and future needs without compromise. Form follows function, but both can be extraordinary.

03

Timeless elegance

Trends fade fast. Thoughtful design lasts. My approach with neutral palettes, layered textures, and intentional focal points creates interiors that feel just as relevant ten years from now as they do today.

Process

How we work together

A collaborative, transparent approach that keeps you informed and involved at every stage. From initial concept to final installation.

1

Discovery and consultation

We start with a real conversation about your vision, how you live, and what you actually need. I visit your space, look at what's possible, and develop a clear understanding of what success looks like for you.

2

Concept development

Based on our discovery session, my team creates a comprehensive design concept. This includes spatial planning, material palettes, furniture selections, and mood boards that bring the vision to life.

3

Design refinement

We work together to refine the concept based on your feedback. Detailed drawings, 3D visualizations, and material samples so you can see and feel the final result before we start building anything.

4

Execution and installation

My team manages every detail. We coordinate contractors, source materials, oversee quality, and handle installation. You get regular updates and can trust the process is being handled with care.

5

Final walkthrough and support

Once complete, we walk through everything together to make sure every detail meets our shared vision. I remain available for ongoing support as you settle into your newly transformed space.

Let's create something meaningful together

Start with a consultation to discuss your vision and explore how we can bring it to life

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