Hi, I’m Saroja Arunachalam —
An architect and designer with over a decade of experience shaping meaningful spaces in retail and hospitality. I previously led store design at Starbucks, creating immersive environments across diverse markets and cultural contexts.
An architect and designer with over a decade of experience shaping meaningful spaces in retail and hospitality. I previously led store design at Starbucks, creating immersive environments across diverse markets and cultural contexts.
My design philosophy is rooted in storytelling — drawing from place, purpose, and people. Having worked across India, the U.S., and Europe, I bring a global sensibility to every project while grounding each space in its local narrative.
I now run Tessera Design, a studio focused on branding and spatial design for retail, hospitality, and third spaces. Our work blends clarity with craft, aiming to create environments that feel both intentional and emotionally resonant.
Get in touch to bring brands to life through intentional, story-driven design.