Some homes impress with scale; others linger because of soul. Keerthy Suresh and her husband, Antony Thattil, ’s Kochi residence belongs firmly to the latter. Recently featured in Asian Paints’ Where The
Heart Is, Season 9, the home offers a layered portrait of how design can mirror personality – warm, playful, and deeply personal.
Overlooking Kerala’s serene backwaters with the Kochi skyline unfolding in the distance, the couple’s home, fondly referred to as the House of Fun, is a seamless blend of modern living and cultural nostalgia. Every corner feels intentional, yet never overly styled.
A Modern Canvas With Traditional Heart
At first glance, Keerthy Suresh’s house embraces a neutral palette that allows light and space to breathe. Look closer, and vibrant colour moments emerge organically – accent corners, curated artwork, and furniture pieces that fuse contemporary silhouettes with traditional craftsmanship. Cane, brick, and textured finishes bring a tactile richness, grounding the modern architecture in the regional context.
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Rather than leaning into trends, Keerthy and Antony chose pieces that reflect memory and meaning – artefacts with stories, favourite quotes woven into decor, and photographs that chart their personal journey together.
Spaces Designed For Everyday Joy
The tour unfolds through spaces that prioritise comfort as much as aesthetics. A cosy yet cheerful kitchen sets the tone, followed by a thoughtfully designed bedroom anchored by textured grey walls and a four-poster bed with a woven cane headboard – an elegant nod to Kerala’s design heritage.
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A walk-in wardrobe adds a functional luxury, while an indoor aquarium introduces a sense of calm, reinforcing the home’s connection to nature.
Where The Home Truly Comes Alive
The wraparound balcony is undeniably the heart of the house. Lush with plants, layered seating, and an outdoor bar counter, it transforms into a social hub overlooking the city and water beyond. The bar itself becomes a storytelling feature. Its resin-embedded counter preserves personal photographs, turning everyday moments into design elements.
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Equally thoughtful are the intimate corners: a seating area adorned with wedding photographs and a dedicated wall of Moon paintings that map the lunar phases from the day the couple began dating to their wedding day. These quiet details elevate the home from beautiful to deeply human.
Keerthy’s Kochi home redefines luxury – not through opulence, but through authenticity. It’s a space that celebrates colour, memory, and emotion, proving that the most elegant homes are those that feel lived in, loved, and unmistakably personal.
