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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2010
FORECAST2010
So it's that time of the year again - when interior designers and architects pull
out their crystal balls and predict trends. Is minimalism still cool? Will ornate
furniture become a scorching hot fad? Fur carpets or faux leather, we decode
home décor trends for 2010, so that your home is plush and classy! Mithila Mehta
looks at trends in home décor for the year ahead
> FURNITURE
> GENERAL DÉCOR
Conversation pieces
Recession down, but not out
U
ltimately, interior de-
sign reflects what peo-
ple are looking for.
Modern homemakers want a
delicate mixture of comfort,
luxury, functionality and aes-
thetic beauty in their homes.
Trends in 2010 reflect this
mélange of needs," explains
designer Apeksha Malhotra.
Understated elegance is the
predominant look of the
year. "The recession is down,
F
urniture this year turns the previous con-
but not out. Home decors
cept of balance on its head. The new
will be classy and vibrant
mantra is bright sofas toned down with
without going over the top,"
pastel pillows. "Try to build your arrangement
opines architect and designer Rustom Mehta. Design-
around a single, effective and eye-catching piece.
ers agree that eco-friendly designs will hugely be in
It could be a cherry red faux leather couch or an
favour. China, riding on its economic success, is like-
intricately ornate centre table. The deliciously
ly to make its mark on home decor as well. "Oriental
spunky designs of the art deco style are poised to
designs are a sure-shot trend for 2010," says Malho-
make a comeback. So say goodbye to the sparse-
tra. So watch out for calligraphy art on the walls and
souled minimalistic furniture," forecasts well
Chinese lanterns as lamp shades.
known interior designer Bobby Singh.
Reflecting the metallic mania that's hit homes
world over, furniture takes on a dazzling new
avatar. "Last year's Hollywood regency trend took
> BATHROOM
mirrors to a whole new level. 2010 looks to be do-
Aesthetics meets indulgent luxury
ing the same for metallic hues," continues Singh.
Whether it's the in-your-face gold or understated
silver, anything works as long as it's metallic.
B
athrooms have evolved into a lifestyle element,
where aesthetics meets indulgent luxury. Slick
designs create a spa-like atmosphere at home.
"Stand-alone bathtubs are
making waves. They are
> KITCHEN
easily installed and can be
Sunny side up
personally customised for a
unique look," suggests
D
esigners call it the
Mehta. Standard square
'coffee kitchen' look
basins are now passé.
- the kitchen is a
Basin shapes have hit a cre-
cheerful and comfortable
ative note as softer, asymmetrical shapes are in vogue.
space. It isn't about just
Current bathrooms trends emphasize compactness
food anymore. Modern
- faucets and storage spaces are as unobtrusive as
families bond in the
possible, creating the illusion of greater space. Con-
kitchen. "Yellow is the colour for kitchens in the
cealed back-to-wall allow the less glamourous parts
new year. A vibrant, sunshine yellow that is
of the toilet to be hidden.
cheerfully contagious," suggests decorator and
space manager Megha Golatkar. Tiny mosaic tiles
in vibrant colours can give your kitchen a fun air.
> FLOORS
Tired of your ugly fridge? Decorators are
Rough and natural
smartly concealing fridges by creating custom
fridge doors that blend in with the rest of the
cabinetry. "Reducing clutter is not a fashion
trend but a design principal here to stay," empha- T
he key to 2010 is thinking about not just
colours but also textures as well. Rough and
natural
sizes Golatkar. Under mounted sinks where the flooring is a hot
sink is installed below the countertop complete new trend. "Con-
the clean look. sider uneven, rip-
pled hardwood
flooring, with
iliding a Bette
> WALLS
rough, tumbled
Keep the colours deep
stone," suggests
Anurag Man-
Y
our walls are asking for a surprise - 2010
sukhani, a dealer
promises to be a year for interesting colour
in flooring options. Laminates in grey and white also
combinations. Classic deep hues are in.
remain fashionable. In keeping with the environ-
Bring out the bur-
mentally tilted trends we expect to see in the new
gundy paint! Ad-
year, Mansukhani predicts that flooring will go
vices Golatkar, "All
green. "Flooring materials made from renewable re-
hues of purple are
sources, such as cork, bamboo, and wood are likely
very trendy. Purple
to gain prominence," he predicts.
is the colour of roy-
alty and elegance,
which complements > SOFT FURNISHINGS
the muted opulent
Classy or offbeat
look of the season.
White is in, while magnolia, beige and cream are
out." Instead of going for a uniform colour all
over, try playing with block shades. Whether the
I
t is the year of carpets and rugs! Dig out those heir-
loom Persian masterpieces as carpets have returned
to favour. On a more modern
colours are complimentary or greatly contrast-
note, colourful and patterned num-
ing, your walls will never look the same again.
bers could work well. Offbeat
2010 is the year of daring textures and this
shades like deep purple, burgundy
trend promises to show up on walls as well.
and indigo help create an effort-
lessly classy and opulent ambience.
Very authentic Oriental arti-
facts are the flavour of the sea-
> TABLEWARE son. "Chinese vases, delicate lanterns, and tapestries
Go handcrafted from the Far East are very hip. Use pieces fashioned
from bamboo to add character to your home. Bamboo
T
rends in fine dining tableware are set to
is light and effortlessly stylish," suggests Malhotra.
change as well. The new
Artwork from China (think: delicate bamboo paint-
year is all about revisit-
ings) can also add an Oriental touch to your home.
ing traditional patterns. Addi-
The idea is to create a natural aura, reflecting the
tionally, custom-made or
global mood of earthy elegance.
handcrafted pieces are the
newest rage. "The gold filigree
style, where each item is care-
fully rimmed with gold plat- > LIGHTING
ing by hand, is the current
Think environmentally friendly
rage," shares gourmet chef
Leela Mascarenhas.
The Oriental look with
dainty blue designs has also shot into promi-
S
o is your house glowing just yet? Environmen-
tally friendly fixtures are in. With dimmers and
automatic lighting control, today's homes have
nence. Porcelain, as always, remains classic.
a heart. With everyone talking enviroment and peo-
Cutlery in 2010 is likely to be a cut above the
ple doing their part, its time to make your home en-
previous years'. Asymmetrical designs are mak-
ergy-efficient.
ing their presence felt on fine dining arrange-
Mellow and diffused
ments across the world. This is the year of
lighting is the look of
square plates. "Countless international crockery
the season. "Opt for
manufacturers are showcasing the blunt edged
soft, understated light-
square look. I see the year as an celebration of
ing instead of harsh di-
shapes and experimental forms, which will
rect lighting," suggests
change the way we look at tableware," predicts
Maya Trivedi, who
Mascarenhas.
runs 'Limelight,' which specialises in unique fixtures.
Natural lighting, through lanterns and candles, is a
good idea. As art deco returns to the limelight, art
deco fixtures are kicking up quite a rage. "Art deco
So ensure your home remains en
lights complement contemporary and traditional 0N®
vogue. After all, trends come and go but spaces. Such is their versatility," smiles Trivedi. The E E KS
style is eternal! fact that they look stunning doesn't hurt either.
ure Perfect
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