We are Varista

Design that Understands Your World.

Our name, Varista, is inspired by the Sanskrit word meaning “The Best” — a reflection of our commitment to deliver design excellence in every project we undertake.

We believe design isn’t just visual — it’s experiential.

At Varista, we design spaces that feel like they belong — to people, to purpose, to place. Our work moves quietly in the background of everyday life, shaping comfort, clarity, and connection.

Design is not just how something looks — it’s about how it lives with you.

 

Mission

To design and deliver spaces where form meets feeling, and function breathes.

Vision

To imagine environments that linger — in memory, meaning, and material.

Completed Projects

100+

Exhibition Projects

100+

Interior Projects

100+

Renovation Projects

OUR STORY

Building with Purpose Since 2014

What began in 2014 as a specialist interior studio has evolved into a multi-specialty design firm serving clients across the UAE and beyond. Over the years, we’ve expanded into exhibition environments, structural solutions, and custom interiors. All along, we remained grounded in the belief that great design is always human-centered and detail-led.

From small-scale homes to global showcases, every Varista project starts with a conversation and ends in a crafted, enduring experience.

Began with one employee and a vision for thoughtful design.

2014

2016

Established Varista Technical Services to expand capabilities.

Opened our first 3,000 sq. ft. warehouse.

2017

2019

Scaled operations with a 9,000 sq. ft. warehouse.

Grew into a 40-member team, strengthening expertise.

2020

2025

Evolved into a thriving organisation of ~100 employees.

WHERE WE WORK

Based in Dubai. Working Worldwide.

We are headquartered in Dubai Design District (D3) — the heart of the region’s creative and architectural ecosystem.
Our 9,000 sq. ft. factory is located in Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 1, Dubai, with representative offices in New York and India. We work with clients and collaborators across the GCC and globally. Wherever we build, we deliver consistent quality and contextual insight.

Varista holds active trade licenses in Dubai, the United States, and India.

what we do

Design. Build. Deliver.

We bring together architecture, interiors, and structural finishing under one roof – delivered end-to-end with a single point of accountability. 

Our clients rely on us for:

WHY WE DESIGN

Thought Behind the Craft

We believe in spaces that breathe — and belong.

Our design thinking is rooted in empathy and quiet strength. Drawing from local context, natural materials, and intuitive form, we create environments that feel both grounded and graceful — spaces that support, reflect, and quietly stay with you.

What guides us:

HOW WE WORK

Why Clients Choose Varista

We listen first. Then we design. Every project begins with listening - to your story, your patterns, your aspirations.


Then comes a collaborative process that blends strategy, materiality, and light. We work closely with craftsmen, engineers, and professionals to turn ideas into spaces - that reflect who you are.


Our modular systems are built to evolve. After the event, we store and maintain your stand components, ready to be refreshed, resized, or reimagined for your next showcase - reducing cost, effort, and waste.

Why we’re trusted

TEAM & ETHOS

A Global Team. A Shared Vision.

We’re a team of spatial designers, thinkers, and collaborators — brought together by a shared belief that good design quietly elevates everyday life.

At Varista, you’ll find interior designers, architects, project managers, site engineers, and technical specialists — each bringing experience across architecture, interiors, research, and craft. What connects us? The belief that thoughtful design has the power to elevate the everyday. We work with kindness, clarity, and a deep respect for the built environment — and the lives it holds.

We’re committed to conscious design — building for longevity, reuse, and lower environmental impact.

Thomas Edwin

CEO

Elina Mathew

Interior Designer

John Mathew

Manager

Susmitha

Client Management

Saju Divakaran

Sr. Architech

CAREERS

Design With Purpose. Grow With Us.

At Varista, we’re more than designers and builders. We’re collaborators, thinkers, and makers of immersive spaces. We believe the best work happens when diverse minds come together — with curiosity, care, and craftsmanship.

We’re always looking for passionate people who bring:

  • A love for spatial storytelling and material intelligence
  • A collaborative mindset and a respect for detail
  • Agility across disciplines, scales, and challenges
  • A desire to build meaningful, enduring experiences

Interior designer, project manager, architect, visualizer, or site engineer? If you care about thoughtful spaces and collaborative craft, we’d love to hear from you. ike to explore opportunities at Varista? Drop us an email at careers@varista.ae with your portfolio/resume. We review every application with care.

Let’s Work Together

Imagining a new brand space, a new interior, or reimagining an existing one? We’re here to make it real. We'd love to listen and collaborate.