Interior Design 101
Decor Ideas for Contemporary Indian Villa Home
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A well designed contemporary Indian home needs a lot of thought put into getting the vision right and executing it. While there is no ‘checklist’ for things that absolutely need to go into your design, we have put together a few ideas that you can incorporate when designing your space so it remains on trend, aesthetically pleasing, and functional.
Play With Space
Minimalism is chic and very in. Stuffing too much into a space, no matter how much of it you have at your disposal, is sure to cramp it up- and that is not appealing at all. In fact, the typical linear flow of design is growing to be quite monotonous and out of style these days. Negative space, asymmetrical arrangements, and exploring vertical elevation are more in vogue and perfectly suited for contemporary Indian homes.
Think accent spaces with negative space drawing the eye. What about leaving a zone of your room completely devoid of furnishing or displays, and instead using it as an accent area while playing on negative space? Think, a wall with a mural or tapestry, with no other distractions around. To break up the linear flow in displays, consider sculptures, candles, plants, etc. interspersing your collection of books or art.
Create a Balance
A critical aspect in a well designed room is balance. Balance of colours, textiles, materials, aesthetic, and so on. Consider juxtaposing heavy dark wood furniture with bright and contemporary upholstery, cushions, rugs, and decor. You could pair French- style furniture, which is typically more ornate, with light pastel curtains, neutral upholstery, and perhaps have plants and a few ornate decor pieces to balance out the space.
Balance is what ensures that your space doesn’t feel cramped or dated in its style. Bear in mind that when we say juxtapose contrasting elements, we don’t mean throw random things together. There is a method to the madness when it comes to ‘balance’, and every element you contrast with another should be well thought out.
Let Plants Liven Up Your Space
There is a lot that has been written and said about the millennial obsession for plants. Don’t create a jungle in your living room, unless that is your intention with the space, but do consider adding plants as a breath of fresh air (literally) into your space.
Rubber plants, Peace Lilies, Monsteras, and large Snake Plants are all great plant options for your living room. They are typically large, and the vertical height can be an interesting element, while the somewhat ornate nature of them adds to the decor of your room. You can also have smaller plants like Pothos, Ferns, or cute and tiny succulents displayed on shelves, coffee tables, and so on.
Ferns also thrive in the bathroom, which is perfect for adding a splash of green into an often ignored space. Consider placing a succulent or Pothos on your work or study table, while Snake Plants and Peace Lilies are perfect for the bedroom considering their air-purifying property.
Decide on an Aesthetic
Unless you decide on an aesthetic for your design, you are liable to lose track of your vision and end up with a chaotic design which lacks flow. While balance entails putting contrasting elements together to some extent, you still need to play within an overall design aesthetic to retain cohesion.
For instance, if you have a lot of traditional dark wood furnishing and ornate decor, a bohemian cane stool or chair is going to be completely out of place. Similarly, if you have a bohemian theme running through your space, adding very industrial chairs or industrial light fixtures is going to look incredibly random and ill-thought out. Similarly, sticking to a colour palette can help make your place look cohesive, well-planned, and elegant.
A well-designed contemporary Indian home entails a lot of careful decision making when it comes to maintaining a cohesive look that exudes elegance and style. There are no rules when it comes to design- it’s all about infusing your personality into the space. These guidelines can help you achieve that goal, while also keeping things on trend and retaining mass-appeal!