The Kanippayyur family hails from Kunnamkulam in Thrissur District, Kerala. According to legend, architecture, construction of temples, and residences etc  . were the sole preserve of  a few Namboodiri families after the creation of Kerala by Parasurama. The  Kanippayyur family was prominent among them. The family believes that a judicial mix of ancient wisdom and modern techniques is required in any endeavor, be it Architecture, Astrology or Medicine.