ABOUT US

Our Journey

At The Purple Turtles, our story began with a passion for crafting unique experiences that bring joy and creativity to our community. From humble beginnings to a thriving hub of inspiration, we have always prioritized connecting with our customers and celebrating individuality.

For the love of collecting, curating and creating

Our Values

At The Purple Turtles, we value diversity and creativity. We focus on community, sustainability, and innovation, striving to foster an inspiring environment for all. We’re dedicated to supporting our community while being kind to our planet.

OUR STORY

Made, not manufactured

The Purple Turtles story begins almost a decade ago, at a time when lighting up your space was a choice between mass-produced light fixtures or inaccessible imported design. What started as a boutique lighting studio in Bangalore showcasing the best of our own and independent Indian design in 2009, has grown into one of the most eclectic stores for home decor. We design with freedom and source with responsibility, all for the love of collecting, curating and creating!.

OUR PHILOSOPHY

Our products say something

It usually begins with what they are and where they come from. And, as objects weave their way into our spaces and memories, they become what we are and where we come from. The table lamp under the glow of which you re-visit old letters, the mug that makes your morning or the armchair you sink into after a long day. Objects shape our every day. They assure us that, yes, this life really did happen. We owe it to ourselves to make it beautiful.

Meet the Founders

Purple Turtles was started by two friends Radeesh Shetty and Gaurav Rai, in Bangalore in 2009. They began by offering lighting solutions that showcased Indian design and craftsmanship as an alternative to generic, widely accessible products that were available at the time.

Radeesh Rattnakar Shetty

Founder

Gaurav Rai

Partner and Director