Pune Inc: Kori Design House to enter B2C segment; estimates revenue of Rs 30-40 lakh by mid 2023

The Kolte-Patil venture has received more than 20 enquiries for farmhouses and bungalows, and more than 50 for compact terraces and balconies.

3 min readPuneJan 31, 2023 11:51 AM IST

Riya Angal Kolte, founder of Kori, said that, "There will be minimal human intervention. Clients can order through our e-commerce portal and we will come and set it up for them in a day or two."

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Kori Design House, a venture of Kolte-Patil that works with major real estate developers on commercial and residential projects, such as Life Republic in Hinjewadi and Sagar Vaibhav in Mumbai, is now getting into the B2C (business-to-consumer) segment.

It will provide personalised services to a clientele that has become conscious of interior planning in their homes post Covid.

Among the initiatives is a website where customers can plug and play products for their balcony areas. Kori has standardised several products that can be developed offsite.

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“There will be no on-site work. There will be minimal human intervention. Clients can order through our e-commerce portal and we will come and set it up for them in a day or two,” says Riya Angal Kolte, who founded Kori in 2018.

People have started preferring to use their homes in multifunctional ways since the pandemic when different rooms had to double up as office spaces, online classrooms, playgrounds and socialising areas, among others. The result has been a demand for greater efficiency in homes.

“The next step for the Kori team is how we can design home spaces in innovative ways. We have come up with the concept where, for instance, compact balconies as small as 75-100 sqft can also be used as outdoor spaces,” says Kolte.

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The studio has received more than 20 enquiries for farmhouses and bungalows, and more than 50 for compact terraces and balconies. The bigger spaces normally have budgets of Rs 10 to 20 lakh each while individual budgets for balconies are around Rs 25,000 to Rs 30,000.

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Kori has completed five bungalow and farmhouse projects in the last quarter. The company, which earned Rs 2 crore in 2022, is looking at e-commerce to double the revenue, with the B2C segment earning Rs 30 to 40 lakh by mid 2023.

In earlier projects, such as Urban Park, a 3.5-acre property in Hinjewadi, Kori’s signature has been to incorporate technology with the expertise of ecologists, among others. The ecologists studied the existing flora and fauna. “We asked, ‘If 50 bird species are coming in before we got into the project, how could we ensure that at least 75 bird species come in by the time we hand the project to the builder. We believe that sustainability ecological awareness is very important,” says Riya.

She adds that Kori brings the same approach to B2C as well. On one balcony, for instance, the designers replaced a homeowner’s plan to place flower pots in a row near the railing — as is the practice in flats — with a vertical garden and used the freed-up space to instal a bar counter.

“Whenever B2C customers approach us, it is usually after they have tried and tested themselves. They have potted plants that they have planted but most are either dead or not growing the way they should. Plants are living species. We have a dimension in our design that is complementary with the place and time,” says Riya.

Dipanita Nath

Dipanita Nath is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Indian Express, based in Pune. She is a versatile journalist with a deep interest in the intersection of culture, sustainability, and urban life. Professional Background Experience: Before joining The Indian Express, she worked with other major news organizations including Hindustan Times, The Times of India, and Mint. Core Specializations: She is widely recognized for her coverage of the climate crisis, theatre and performing arts, heritage conservation, and the startup ecosystem (often through her "Pune Inc" series). Storytelling Focus: Her work often unearths "hidden stories" of Pune—focusing on historical institutes, local traditions, and the personal journeys of social innovators. Recent Notable Articles (December 2025) Her recent reporting highlights Pune’s cultural pulse and the environmental challenges facing the city during the winter season: 1. Climate & Environment "Pune shivers on coldest morning of the season; minimum temperature plunges to 6.9°C" (Dec 20, 2025): Reporting on the record-breaking cold wave in Pune and the IMD's forecast for the week. "How a heritage tree-mapping event at Ganeshkhind Garden highlights rising interest in Pune’s green legacy" (Dec 20, 2025): Covering a citizen-led initiative where Gen Z and millennials gathered to document and protect ancient trees at a Biodiversity Heritage Site. "Right to breathe: Landmark NGT order directs PMC to frame norms for pollution from construction sites" (Dec 8, 2025): Reporting on a significant legal victory for residents fighting dust and air pollution in urban neighborhoods like Baner. 2. "Hidden Stories" & Heritage "Inside Pune library that’s nourished minds of entrepreneurs for 17 years" (Dec 21, 2025): A feature on the Venture Center Library, detailing how a collection of 3,500 specialized books helps tech startups navigate the product life cycle. "Before he died, Ram Sutar gave Pune a lasting gift" (Dec 18, 2025): A tribute to the legendary sculptor Ram Sutar (creator of the Statue of Unity), focusing on his local works like the Chhatrapati Shivaji statue at Pune airport. "The Pune institute where MA Jinnah was once chief guest" (Dec 6, 2025): An archival exploration of the College of Agriculture, established in 1907, and its historical role in India's freedom struggle. 3. Arts, Theatre & "Pune Inc" "Satyajit Ray, Ritwik Ghatak were not rivals but close friends, says veteran filmmaker" (Dec 17, 2025): A deep-dive interview ahead of the Pune International Film Festival (PIFF) exploring the camaraderie between legends of Indian cinema. "Meet the Pune entrepreneur helping women build and scale businesses" (Dec 16, 2025): Part of her "Pune Inc" series, profiling Nikita Vora’s efforts to empower female-led startups. "How women drone pilots in rural Maharashtra are cultivating a green habit" (Dec 12, 2025): Exploring how technology is being used by women in agriculture to reduce chemical use and labor. Signature Style Dipanita Nath is known for intellectual curiosity and a narrative-driven approach. Whether she is writing about a 110-year-old eatery or the intricacies of the climate crisis, she focuses on the human element and the historical context. Her columns are often a blend of reportage and cultural commentary, making them a staple for readers interested in the "soul" of Pune. X (Twitter): @dipanitanath ... Read More

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