Luxury Interior Trends

India’s Well-Heeled are Transforming the Interior Design Industry : 8 New Trends

During the 90s and 2000s, lavish trendy design was mostly limited to the few ultra-rich in India with capacity to spend generously. This elite class mostly comprised celebrities, business professionals, media mavens, living in swanky bungalows in posh localities.

However, in subsequent years as the Indian economy grew vigorously, the rich and affluent also multiplied fast. There has been enormous jump in well-heeled Indians encompassing c-suites, creative mavericks, start-up owners, professional consultants, family business owners, and much more. This is also fuelling demand for premium interior design services, expensive décor items, and signature styles. Mentioned below are 8 key themes in India’s premium design industry.

1. Scandinavian design is here to stay: focusing on minimalism, natural materials and effortless palettes, Scandinavian designs are quite popular these days. Though this is not a very recent trends, it is still relevant in modern homes and villas.
2. Textured walls: Painted walls, wall papers, decorative plaster ceilings are becoming more mainstream, as it can give a very unique & bold impression.
3. Seamlessly Embedding technology: Hi tech devices such as smart home gadgets, wireless charging dockets, speakers, voice-controlled lighting are slowly seamlessly becoming popular, both for their utility as well as sleek design.
4. Create wellness sanctuaries in home: Post pandemic, there is growing spotlight on health and wellness. These are no more just buzz words but becoming integral part of lifestyles. As a result, many modern homes are now creating special spaces for wellness spas, meditation cabins, yoga mini studios, within the homes.
5. Embracing nature: Incorporating natural elements like sunlight or indoor plants continues to be relevant even today. Nature inspired designs as well as natural elements, both are integral element of home design.
6. Retro coming back: In many contemporary modern homes, retro items are once again being frequently used. Vintage furniture, nostalgic décor items, bold colour patterns, are used widely to create nostalgic and historical impressions.
7. Celebrating abundance: While many homes are trying out minimalism, others are opting for abundance and excesses. In many modern luxury homes, one can find plenty of use of bold colours & themes, intricate designs, and multiple varieties of textures.
8. Handicrafts are high valued: Handicrafts are a high value material, when it comes to home décor and interior design. It offers a sense of uniqueness and personal touch to your home. Various types of handicrafts such as furniture, potteries, and ceramics are in high demand.