"FASHION FOR EXISTENCE"

Making a fashion statement is not limited to only clothing, accessories and gadgets but has carried on to larger things. Interior spaces and lifestyles having become an integral part of creating one's own identity and status. Having a beautiful home has become a fashion necessity just like having the latest line of clothing trends.

Trends in the interior design world are nowadays in synthesis with the fashion world. People are much more aware about creating aesthetic and pleasing surroundings. Some of the popular trends in home interiors are as follows.

ECLECTIC DESIGN

Modern and minimal is out this season. Harsh lines, monotonic colours and clinical environments are out and use of variety of styles co-existing in one space is the mantra. Eclectic designs are based on blending and fusing different styles to create a beautiful and diverse environment. Mixing ornate handiwork with modern furniture peices... colourful and natural fibres with bold colours is basically what eclectic is all about.

STUDIO APARTMENTS

Based on the change in lifestyles of the new generation of home owners these kind of apartments are highly encouraged nowadays. Flexibility of space and function is gained best from this approach to the design. Studio apartments have a integrated space with the bedroom, living room and kitchen all opened up into the same space. These spaces are self contained and are becoming a hugely successful because of their efficiency and feasibility to the younger crowd of home owners. Creating studio apartments is becoming a fast catching trend in the interior design section.

FINE FINISHING

Like they say god is in details, detailed work is in trend this season. Wall finishes and textures are a massively growing trend in home interiors. Use of a wide variety of textures and fabrics for regular upholstery is also becoming commonplace. Paint finishes, stenciling, the distressed look, faux treatments. Faux treatments can be used on anything from walls to wood, ceramics to metal/glass. Ornate finishes and mouldings are also completely in trend for the upcoming year. Fittings and hardware are also paid attention to.

BOLD COLOURS

Gone are the days when a home had basic storage and off white walls. The mindset of people has changed and so people are experimenting with coloured environments. Experimenting with bold colours is common and can give spaces a brilliant character. Monotones are out and Green is the dominant colour this year. Followed by pumpkin orange, bright red---in tones from terracotta to cayenne. Orange, Yellow, Gold—dominating the palette. Deep cinnamon, luxurious violets, turquoise and of course the other colour that is hot---Pink—bright and daring.