WHAT IS THE IDEAL THEME FOR YOU?

Interior design is as much a style statement as it is about practicality. Our choices for home decor ideas are what defines us, and it stays true even in our liking of a certain online interior design theme or style. Some love the modern chic look, while there are others who love the earthy Indian feel.

Throughout history every era has defined a style, every historical style or theme has had various factors that influenced and shaped them. Those factors range from practicality of the design to the fancy preferences of emperors.

Themes are influenced heavily by culture and are found to be fundamentally different in every part of the world. The Indian culture has various design themes to its credit. Although similar as a basic design style, each one is subtly different from the other. Only the trained eye of an interior designer can make out these subtle differences and ensure that contradicting home decor ideas are not placed together.

    Examples of designs that classify as Indian Ethnic Theme but are still different in approach
    Pic 1 - Architects:Rhythm of Space, Image source:Rhythm of Space                            
    Pic 2 - Architects:Rhythm of Space, Image source:Rhythm of Space

One of the most popular themes currently is the modern theme; it is characterized by mostly straight lines and is known for practicality, ease of construction and the overall calm subtle appearance it brings to the space. Modern theme furniture is a trend these days and more than half of furniture sold is designed in this theme. Immensely popular with designers and end users alike, if you are looking for a no-nonsense approach for your home, that is both practical and comfortable at the same time, then you are a modernist!

 

    Example of Modern Theme
    Architects: Rhythm of Space
    Image Source: Rhythm of Space

The Indian Ethnic theme is close to our hearts. Many of us grew up in houses that are built around this theme. It is a highly evolved theme and a lot of care is given to the intricacies of each element. Use of solid wood along with intricate detailing is the hallmark of this theme. Very warm and earthy, the homely feel that this theme gives makes it a crowd favourite. 

    Example of Indian Ethnic Theme
    Architects: Rhythm of Space
    Image source: Rhythm of Space

There are at least a thousand different styles in interior design. Some are vastly different and some that are off shoots of main themes. Every now and then there is a new trend that crops up. There are some new styles like the eclectic theme; this theme is a combination of various styles which when put together by a professional creates a harmonious existence of various elements in one space. And then there are classic styles like the Arabic theme which is influenced a lot by the climatic conditions of the desert where it was primarily used.

A particular style is always close to your heart, and while you may not be able to name it, when you see a well-designed space, you know instantly that is what you desire for your home. A picture is worth a thousand words, so pick a photo you like; share it with the designer, in most cases that is all that is needed for your designer to understand your perfect design.

Written by: Pravith Nair

Edited and Inputs by: Anju Narayanan