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āśaya | DESIGN

The word āśaya in the ancient Sanskrit language translates to “the cradle of feelings and thoughts. ”

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overview:

āśaya | DESIGN is a leading luxury interior architecture and design firm that considers equity, the environment and fusing western and eastern cultures to craft holistic spaces. The firm specializes in luxury residential, multifamily, hospitality, and unique experiential spaces that encourage guests to explore their authentic selves, find a sense of purpose and form a deeper connection and appreciation for the natural environment. āśaya’s value proposition is to impact the growth and enrichment of a client’s brand equity – economic, social, cultural and environmental.

about the founder:

A uniquely creative voice in the design profession, informed by a diverse background in architecture, interior design and environmental psychology, Smita thrives on designing spaces that strengthen our emotional connection to the places we live, work and interact. After over 16 years of extensive work experience, Smita decided to launch her own practice - āśaya | DESIGN on July 04, 2020. A practice that embraces a true independence of mindset, breaking the old ways of doing business and being ethical with our code of conduct. The word āśaya in Sanskrit translates to “the cradle of feelings and thoughts.”

āśaya’s ethos:

• To redefine luxury design

• To be a leader in ethical sourcing and environmental impact To empower the underprivileged through the business of design

first impressions

We only get one opportunity to make someone feel that they belong. In wellness environments, the arrival experience carries enormous weight — it signals safety, quality, and welcome before a single word is spoken. We approach reception areas, entry sequences, and threshold moments with the same depth of human-centered thinking we bring to every space, ensuring that the very first impression is one of calm, confidence, and ease.

Sienna at the Thompson

Located at the prime intersection of 5th street and Brazos Street in Austin, this mixed-use development has 3 important components – Thompson Hotel, Tommie Hotel and Sienna Residences at the Thompson. The Sienna residences was designed keeping their demographics in mind - an urban dweller, a transplant from the east coast or the west coast, a world traveler, and a savant. The design incorporated monolithic, unpretentious forms that evoke the feeling of Austin of future. The spaces were designed to accommodate both residential guests as well hotel guest. The spaces were programed so that all the functions work seamlessly.

fitness

A well-designed fitness space is more than a room with equipment — it is an environment that motivates, restores, and reflects the people who use it. We design fitness spaces that respond to how the human body actually moves, recovers, and performs. From lighting and acoustics to spatial flow and material selection, every detail is crafted to elevate the experience of being well.

State-of-the-Art Fitness Center @ The Thompson, Austin

Wellness Center

Cardio Equipment Featuring TechnoGym & Peloton

Free Weights & Strength Training Machines

Crossfit Zone

Private Training Rooms with the Mirror System

Private Yoga & Stretching Area

Multiple Sports Simulator

Specialty Bike & Spin Room

Locker Rooms & Shower Rooms

Vending & Refreshment Center

fitness + social

“We start with a blank page. Your dreams, aspirations - we’ll take the deep dive with you, make them our own, and make them real.”

brand attributes

nourish

Nourishment is the quiet ritual that sustains everything else. We design nourishment spaces within wellness environments that honor the full cycle of the body — the refueling, the pausing, the replenishing. From juice bars and smoothie stations to hydration lounges and recovery cafés, every surface, material, and moment is considered so that nourishing oneself feels as intentional as the workout that preceded it.

Chef's corner - A Palette and Palate for the Senses

nourish + social

outdoor

Nature is the original wellness space. Outdoor environments deepen our connection to the world around us and to ourselves — reactivating the mind, restoring the spirit, and nurturing an innate sense of well-being. At āśaya, we design outdoor spaces as seamless extensions of the interior experience, creating environments where communities gather, memories are made, and the restorative power of nature is honored in its most authentic form.

rejuvenate

Everyone can recognize the importance of taking time for themselves to reset and rejuvenate. The following images reveal spaces that create a welcoming aesthetic by employing soothing palates with bold touches to boost mental calmness and invite opportunities to recharge.

Conceptual sketches

The indoor pool at Cirrus Luxury Condominiums offers residents the chance to unwind, socialize or embark on an enclosed swim in any season. Amenities throughout the building were carefully curated with hospitality and privacy in mind.

Process

Design thinking and Strategy

• Programming and space planning

• Brand and identity interpretation

• Conceptual design

• Design development

• BIM-based construction documents

• FF&E specifications and procurement documentation

• Bidding and negotiation

• Construction and procurement administration

• Furniture and artwork installation

• Project management for design work

Team

Bachelor of Architecture, Sir J.J. College of Architecture, University of Mumbai, India

Master of Interior Design, College of Design, Constrution and Planning, University of Florida, Florida

Hotel Planning and Design, Cornell Univerity

Goldman Sachs Small Busimess 2024 program

Relevant Experience (20 yrs):

Hospitality, Luxury Multifamily, Mixed-Use projects

Role on this project : Principal In Charge, Manage all aspects of the project and team

Teams’ Relevant WorkExperience

Grand Timber Lodge Ski Reort, Breckenridge CO

• Turtle Island Luxury Resort, Fiji

• Marriott, Courtyard - Generation 3 - 14 yrs renovation, Waldorf Maryland MD

Hyatt Thompson fitness + amenities, Austin TX

• Sienna Residences at the Thompson, Austin TX

Via Hotel

• Wolf Point West, Chicago IL

Exhibit on Superior, Chicago IL

• Cirrus Luxury Condominiums, Chicago IL

• Gallery on Wells, Chicago IL

The Van Buren, Chicago IL

• LINKT, Chicago IL

USQ [Union Square residences], Somerville MA

• Society Biscayne’s outdoor living, Miami, FL

• Nona Cove Living (260 Luxury Unit), Lake Nona, Orlando, FL

640 N Lasalle lobby (Historic Lobby Renovation), Chicago IL

• Empire Brickell Luxury Residences, Miami FL

Lincoln Yards - Parcel E, Chicago IL

• The Leo Luxury Residences, Chicago IL

• Jaja, Cleveland Ohio

Bachelor of Science, Interior Architecture, University of Houston, Texas

Master of Architecture, School of the Art Institute of Chicago

Relevant Experience (10 yrs):

Multifamily / Hospitality / Mixed use projects:

Via Hotel

Lincoln Yards - Parcel E, Chicago IL

Jaja, Cleveland, Ohio

Pioneet Cleveland, Ohio

Guniess Taproom, Chicago IL

Role on this project : Work closely with the team to oversee design / manage execution of the project, other consultants.

Note: Josh works at The Getty’s Group as a designer and works with āśaya as an Independant Contractor

Associate of Arts and Sciences - AAS, Interior Design

Parson School of Design - The New School, New York

Relevant Experience (4 yrs):

Multifamily / Hospitality / Mixed use projects:

Hospitality projetcs at prior firms

Lincoln Yards - Parcel E, Chicago IL

• Turtle Island Luxury Resort

Role on this project Work closely with the Pricinpal in charge on styling, FF&A design, specifications and other deliverables.

Note: Full time āśaya Independent contractor

Bachelors of Interior Design

University of Florida, Gainesville FL

Relevant Experience (4 yrs):

Multifamily / Hospitality / Mixed use projects:

Empire Brickell Luxury Residences, Miami FL

Nona Cove Luxury Residences, Orlando FL

• FF&E For High-End Luxury residences

Restaurant in Gainesville, Florida

Role on this project : Work closely with the Pricinpal in charge on FF&A design, specifications and other deliverables.

Note: Full time āśaya Independent contractor

Academy of Architecture, Mumbai India

Relevant Experience (27 yrs):

Multifamily / Hospitality / Mixed use projects:

US Building codes

US Construction documents

• US Standards and specifications

Role on this project : Work closely with the Pricinpal in charge and design team to produce construcion documents + specifications

Note: Works for Arch Box an India based architecture firm that works with US based firms to assist with their techinical drawings needs.

University of Bath, GB

Relevant Experience (8 yrs):

Multifamily / Hospitality / Mixed use projects:

Project oversight

BIM Coordination

Role on this project Work closely with the Pricinpal in charge and design team to produce construcion documents + specifications

Note: Works for Arch Box an India based architecture firm that works with US based firms to assist with their techinical drawings needs.

Rizvi College of Architecture, Mumbai

Relevant Experience (5 yrs):

Multifamily / Hospitality / Mixed use projects:

US Construction documents

US Permit set

• BIM drafting

Role on this project : Work closely with the Pricinpal in charge and design team to produce construcion documents + specifications

Note: Works for Arch Box an India based architecture firm that works with US based firms to assist with their techinical drawings needs.

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