Homeowners More Inclined To Interiors With Sustainable Materials

The concept of Mixed Metals adds visual interest and sophistication; it is achieved by combining different metals such as gold, silver, copper, coupled with metallic finishes - brushed, polished, along with accent lighting and decorative accessories -- Pratiksha Prashant, Co-founder of Elite Spaces

Hyderabad: In the recent times, there has been a significant transformation in the way residential property owners live and interact with their homes. Comfort, sustainability, and reflection of personal expression, tops the trends shaping modern home spaces.

“The use of eco-friendly materials and practices are increasingly popular among customers who are conscious about sustainability. Reclaimed wood and recycled materials, low-VOC paints and finishes, energy-efficient appliances and lighting, sustainable flooring options such as bamboo, and cork, are few of the methods through which home owners are upholding sustainability,” Cofounder of Elite Spaces, Pratiksha Prashant told Bizz Buzz.

Besides sustainability practices that assure wellness of the earth, home owners are stressing on wellness-focused designs that promote their physical and mental well-being. She further said, “Customers are opting for natural light optimisation, air purification systems, water filtration systems coordinating with calming colour palettes and textures. Moreover, Biophilic designs, that is, nature-inspired such as green walls and plants, large windows and skylights, natural materials like wood, and stone, and organic textures and patterns, bring serenity to indoor spaces.”

The interior design and construction of residential spaces are also adapting to busy lifestyles of their owners. Multifunctional spaces are leading to open-plan living areas, flexible furniture arrangements, hidden storage and organisation solutions, and multipurpose rooms such as home office or guest room.

Coming to the usage of colours, textures and metals, Pratiksha says that designers are introducing their clients to vibrant, expressive colours of emerald green, navy blue, warm neutrals of terracotta, caramel, and Statement accent walls, bold patterned rugs and textiles. The concept of Mixed Metals adds visual interest and sophistication, she says further adding that it is achieved by combining different metals such as gold, silver, copper, coupled with metallic finishes - brushed, polished, along with accent lighting and decorative accessories (vases, picture frames).

For creating depth and visual appeal, Pratiksha suggests layering textured elements through Natural fibers (wool, jute), velvet and linen upholstery, wood accents and reclaimed wood furniture, patterned rugs and throw pillows. To complete the design essence, Pratiksha goes strong on personalised spaces, expressing the individuality of the homeowners through custom artwork, collectibles, personalised decor, accessories, monogrammed textiles, and furniture.