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This study explores how the purpose of a space shapes the way its interiors are designed and experienced, especially in heritage buildings. While most discussions around heritage architecture focus on how buildings look from the outside, this research shifts attention inward--towards the interiors and the role function plays in shaping them. By comparing two historically significant structures from Indore Rajwada (1747) and Lal Baug Palace (1920) the study highlights how different uses, contexts, and time periods influence spatial design. Rajwada, primarily administrative in nature, reflects functionality through its spatial hierarchy and movement patterns, whereas Lal Baug Palace, built for residential and leisure purposes, expresses itself through scale, ornamentation, and material richness. Through documentation, observation, and comparative analysis, the research examines aspects like spatial flow, proportions, detailing, and material language. It aims to understand how these elements are not just aesthetic choices but responses to functional needs and historical context. Ultimately, the study offers insights that can guide contemporary design approaches, especially in heritage conservation and adaptive reuse, by emphasizing that interiors are not just designed they evolve from purpose.