Poornima Vivek: Shaping Spaces with Adaptive and Performance-Driven Design

design process in architecture and interior design and ethics in practice. Our tradition of dedication, professionalism and outstanding customer service is a testament to that mission”, shares Poornima Vivek, Founder, MLL Design Studio.

Having carved a distinguished place for itself in the Chennai architecture and interior landscape, her firm has completed multiple projects in Chennai’s upcoming hotspots the OMR (Old Mahabalipuram Road) and ECR (East Coast Road). From designing beach houses and offering interior designing expertise of beach facing houses, independent villas, commercial spaces and more, Poornima and her team has served a wide range of client requirements for beautiful spaces. In addition to this, the firm also offers specialized furniture designing services.

Her detail-oriented approach towards every proj­ect, analyzing the space and focusing on enhancing the functionality before focusing on decorative de­sign elements has led her firm towards continued success. Committed to staying ahead, Poornima likes to stay updated with industry shifts, learning from magazine displays and proactive assessment of lead­ing websites dedicated to architecture and interior design. She also attends architecture and interior design related talks, workshops, seminars, and more, keeping herself updated, which is strongly reflected in the company’s modern design.

Journey and Future Roadmap

A female entrepreneur running multiple preschools in main locations of Chennai and MLL Design Studio, Poornima has gained significant exposure to setting luxury preschool designs, and creating child-friendly luxurious schools in Chennai in many prime locations of the city. Thriving in a conventionally male dominated field, she is leveraging the revolution that is seeping through the sector, where only talent speaks. Showcasing her talent, her grit, and hard work, surpassing any gender bias, Poornima and her team at MLL Design Studio is dedicatedly working towards unraveling novel designs that embody the spirit of the space.

Recognition of her talents and the organization she has built on trust and quality has been one of the significant milestones. For Poornima, breaking beyond the societal expectations sought from a mother of two and running the show in her firm, while also running multiple businesses is a feat in itself. Optimal management of the design firm as well as the preschools and a family is a challenge that she is fulfilling everyday, and beautifully so. Taking a structured approach to her life, just as she does with her design projects, planning ahead and prioritizing based on primacy have been her mantra to succeed.

As she envisions the future for herself and her entrepreneurial journey, she is committed towards succeeding holistically. “For MLL Design Studio, my aim is to be amongst the leading Architectural and Interior Design firms that are globally recognized by all for our uniqueness and excellence in the field. Leveraging our 10+ years of experience in the sector, I envision a rewarding future full of opportunities to expand and grow”, concludes Poornima Vivek.

To achieve this vision, Poornima and her team have charted an ambitious future roadmap which remains focused on creating many more beautiful spaces that are energy efficient, and promoting green building designs yet luxurious that consider the environment around. She also plans to keep its quality-focus at the center of every project it undertakes, weaving in the various specifications and aspects of design into a harmoniously blending space that respects client wishes without compromising on quality. Lastly, she aspires to create a memorable experience for every client to which it caters through its moving designs. With these varied aspirations, Poornima plans on changing the dynamic in the architecture and interior space, defining the future which lies ahead.

AWARDS & CERTIFICATES

Innovative & Trusted Architecture & Interior Design Firm of the Year Tamil Nadu (Residential Projects & Excellent Consultancy) - Design Awards India 2025

40 Under 40 Trendsetter & Futuristic Architect and Interior Designer of the Year (India) - Design Awards India 2025