Hafele opens new design studio in Tirupati

14 May 2025 CW Team

Hafele has opened a new franchise showroom in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, in partnership with WDA Design Studio Private Limited. Located on Upparpalli Main Road, the showroom showcases the brand’s full range of premium interior solutions.

Graced by Ms. Padma Gupta, Director – HR & Customer Experience at Hafele South Asia, and directors of WDA Design Studio, the launch highlights Hafele’s focus on growing its presence in South India. The studio is designed as an automation-ready, one-stop solution for modern interiors, offering an immersive layout with realistic and futuristic displays.

Visitors can explore kitchen and wardrobe hardware, home appliances, surface and lighting solutions, and digital locks. The showroom’s light-filled design enhances a four-dimensional experience aimed at improving customer engagement.

“Tirupati’s rapid urban development has created a growing demand for modern, efficient interior solutions. With this new showroom, we aim to provide homeowners, architects, and designers with innovative products that cater to their evolving needs, enhancing the way they experience and design their living spaces,” said Ms. Padma Gupta.

This marks a key step in Hafele’s mission to deliver world-class solutions across India.

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