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WHAT DESIGN IDEOLOGIES DO YOU THINK YOU WOULD BE EXCITED TO EXPERIMENT WITH THAT YOU THINK MIGHT DEFINE THIS YEAR ?
An impressive blend of styles , materials and patterns that make a strong impact has been our forte . This allows us to get creative and experiment endlessly . We are happy that this year is going to be defined by an eclectic fusion of various décor styles . Vintage products will be incorporated with modern elements to create vibrant contemporary spaces . From furniture pieces to decorative elements to sculptures and artworks , there are many ways we can incorporate vintage elements into modern interiors . This gives us enough chances to go maximalist , which is our style . For a quick interior update , tabletops or dining table tops can become the stage for eye-catching fusion décor . Also , magnificent chandeliers that are a blend of materials and styles introduce an element of intrigue and awe . So possibilities for experiment are limitless , which is exciting .
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WHAT DESIGN IDEOLOGIES DO YOU THINK YOU WOULD BE EXCITED TO EXPERIMENT WITH THAT YOU THINK MIGHT DEFINE THIS YEAR ?
1 . Would want to experiment with Scandinavian aesthetic more authentically , and not the derivative ‘ Indian ’ way of going about it with a lot of storage . And I really hope that we get to design more open and functional spaces . 2 . Japandi Living , tatami mats . With more people staying and working from home , they ’ ve come to realize the importance of having . 3 . No more Walnut veneer and the yellow oak veneer ! I wish this picks up . It is over-used and I think frankly , just done . 4 . Would love to do technology driven spaces . Like heated bathroom floors ( how to make it sustainable ?), going for materials with low maintenance and a longer life , and ensuring we don ’ t do animal skin on any of our furniture pieces . 5 . I really hope we do away with high back button-upholstered beds .
GETTING AN OPPORTUNITY TO REVIVE THE OLD-GOLDEN DAYS OF DESIGN , WHAT SPECIFIC DESIGN ELEMENTS YOU THINK HAVE A SHOT IN MAKING STRONG COMEBACK TODAY ?
Vintage furniture items are back in vogue . They exude a certain nostalgic air , which is what people are looking for right now . In fact , as statement making pieces , vintage pieces can be included in any existing scheme . They never go out of fashion . Vintage art works are becoming more and more a part of modern interiors . Today the way an artwork is framed or presented to enhance its artistic value is also important . An ornate or antique touch accentuates the beauty of the painting . Tabletop décor is incomplete without sculptures . They add a unique character to spaces with their unique shapes , textures and colours . Sculptures of all kinds and make are an essential part of decorating process and to introduce a bold maximalist appeal . Carved sculptures and antiques can be given a contemporary twist to make them sit pretty in any contemporary environment .
GETTING AN OPPORTUNITY TO REVIVE THE OLD-GOLDEN DAYS OF DESIGN , WHAT SPECIFIC DESIGN ELEMENTS YOU THINK HAVE A SHOT IN MAKING STRONG COMEBACK TODAY ?
1 . Brick and terracotta walls . 2 . Soft curvy cozy furniture . 3 . Use of brown hues in spaces across commercial and residential – more warmth . 4 . Nature inspired shapes for tables , and other pieces of furniture and décor – like mushroom wall scones , amoebic center tables . 5 . We ’ re personally trying to do away with plastic emulsion paint this year –
moving more towards lime plaster .
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