Belagavi’s growing housing market has attracted a new national interiors brand, with HomeLane opening its first experience centre in the city at Mahatma Fule Road, Shahapur.
The studio was inaugurated in the presence of Belagavi South MLA Abhay Patil, Ramesh Tubachi, Vice-President of the Karnataka Professional Civil Engineers Act Steering Consortium for North Karnataka, CREDAI Belgaum President Yuvraj Hulji and other guests.
Behind the launch, however, is a local entrepreneur who believes homeowners in Belagavi deserve a more organised approach to interior design.
“Customers want clarity, not surprises”
Speaking to All About Belgaum, Mahesh G. Chonnad, founder of Mahesh Chonnad Interior and HomeLane’s franchise partner in Belagavi, said the decision to bring the brand to the city was driven by changing customer expectations.
“Belagavi has witnessed significant growth in residential construction over the past few years. People today are looking for professionally planned interiors, clear timelines and transparent pricing. That’s what attracted me to partner with HomeLane,” Chonnad said.
According to him, many homeowners struggle with uncertainty during interior projects, particularly regarding costs, design changes and delivery schedules.
“Customers often have great ideas for their homes but find it difficult to visualise the final outcome. With HomeLane’s technology platform, they can see their designs in 3D before work begins and make informed decisions,” he added.
“One of the biggest concerns homeowners have is uncertainty. In many cases, the initial estimate given by local carpenters or contractors changes significantly by the time the project is completed. With HomeLane, the quotation is fixed upfront, so customers know exactly what they are paying for. We also offer delivery within 45 days and back it with a 10-year warranty, giving homeowners greater confidence and peace of mind,” said Mahesh G. Chonnad.
A Digital-First Interiors Experience
The newly opened 850 sq. ft. experience centre showcases modular kitchens, wardrobes and complete home interior solutions.
Visitors can explore design concepts, consult with interior experts and receive customised solutions tailored to their budgets and space requirements.
One of the key attractions is HomeLane’s digital design platform, which allows customers to visualise interiors in 3D and obtain pricing estimates during the planning stage itself.
Why Belagavi Matters
HomeLane, which has been expanding across Karnataka, sees Belagavi as an important market in its tier-2 city growth strategy.
Tanuj Choudhry, Co-founder and COO of HomeLane, said the company is witnessing increasing demand for organised home interior services beyond major metropolitan cities.
“Belagavi is a key market in our Karnataka expansion journey. We are excited to partner with Mahesh Chonnad and bring technology-driven interior solutions closer to homeowners in the region,” he said.
For Chonnad, the launch is not just about opening another showroom but about introducing a structured process to an industry that has traditionally operated in a fragmented manner.
“Homeowners today invest heavily in their dream homes. They want reliability, accountability and a professional experience from design to installation. We believe this partnership will help bring that confidence to customers in Belagavi,” he said.
With residential development continuing across the city and surrounding areas, the new HomeLane experience centre aims to cater to a growing segment of homeowners seeking professionally designed and technology-enabled interior solutions.