Häfele Opens Premium Appliances Studio ‘Ananta’ in Noida

16 Sep 2025 CW Team

Häfele, a global leader in innovative home and kitchen solutions, announced the launch of its premium appliances studio Ananta in Noida. Strategically located in Sector 104 near Starling Mall, the new studio strengthens Häfele’s footprint in the Delhi-NCR region and marks a key milestone in its North India expansion.

The inauguration was led by Frank Schloeder, Managing Director, Häfele South Asia; Mr Gregory, Business Head, Häfele; and Mr Ishan Yadav, Director, Ananta & Co., alongside Häfele’s team, channel partners, and distributors.

Speaking on the occasion, Frank Schloeder said, “The launch of our appliances studio Ananta in Noida reflects Häfele’s commitment to bringing innovative, high-performance home solutions closer to our customers. Through this studio, we aim to inspire modern living while setting new benchmarks in customer experience and product excellence.”

Spread across 1,650 sq. ft., the Häfele Appliances Studio – Ananta offers an immersive platform for homeowners, architects, designers, and developers. It showcases Häfele’s full appliance portfolio—from small domestic products like coffee machines and blenders to its premium range of hobs, ovens, microwaves, and dishwashers.

Real-life kitchen settings with fully functional displays allow visitors to interact with products and visualise how they integrate into modern homes. The studio is open seven days a week, from 11:00 am to 8:30 pm, offering customers an engaging, experiential journey into contemporary living.

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