Sri Lankan cricket legend Kumar Sangakkara and wife Yehali’s family home in Galle has been featured on Season Two of Culture by Design on ABC Australia.
The couple opened the doors to their restored 120‑year‑old Dutch colonial villa inside the UNESCO‑listed Galle Fort, showcasing how thoughtful design can preserve history while embracing modern living.
The six‑year restoration was guided by architects Jeevan D’Souza and Murad Ismail, with designer Annika Fernando lending her creative touch.
Together, they balanced heritage conservation with contemporary comfort, ensuring the villa remains a living testament to the Fort’s rich and culturally diverse past.
The project highlights the challenges and rewards of restoring colonial architecture in Sri Lanka’s most celebrated heritage site, blending old‑world character with modern elegance.
Culture by Design Season Two premiered on August 23 on ABC Australia, featuring the Sangakkaras’ home as a centerpiece of design that bridges history and modernity. (Newswire)