14 Indian interior design ideas to add that desi drama to your home

3. Incorporate Pieces with Inlays in your Indian Interior:

The inlay artistry in India dates back millennia. Furniture, sculpture, decorative pieces, countertops, tiles and jaalis are just some of the articles that demonstrate inlay and carvings. Each makes for a stunning accent or statement element in an Indian inspired interior home.

Bidri handicrafts are made of a blackened alloy of copper and zinc with silver inlaid to highlight the intricate design. Parchinkari from Agra is an excellent example of marble artistry that uses inlays. Mysore's distinctive marquetry uses ivory, bone, etc., as inlays in wooden surfaces. Sadeli from Gujrat, tarkashi from Manipur, and the lacquer work of Sankheda and Jalandhar are other craft traditions that showcase elegant inlay work. 

5. Textiles in Indian Interior Design

The great variety in traditional Indian textiles means that you're sure to find something that suits your style. Most contemporary design styles rely heavily on textiles to add a desi touch. Prints like ajrakh and dabu use muted colours. They can thus easily be incorporated into modern and contemporary styles that lean towards minimalism. Kalamkari and Jaipuri prints offer more flamboyant options, perfect for vintage-inspired designs.

Consider using silk or fabrics with Khari prints for upholstery and cushion covers for a royal aesthetic. Brocades of Chanderi and Banarasi silk are a perfect choice. Ikat, bandhej, lehriya work beautifully in creating a chic and whimsical aesthetic. Delicate hand-embroidery work such as kashida, phulkari, Kutchi, chikankari, kantha, etc., have a distinctly bohemian aesthetic. 

6. Motifs for Accent Interior Wall Design

Indian aesthetics highlight many motifs. Employ these motifs in your interior design to add hints of desi drama. Some common floral motifs are stylised flowers, bel (creepers), jhalar, lotus, paisley, and kalpavriksha. Popular animal motifs include elephants, peacocks, parrots, fish, etc. Mandala, gopuram and conch are some other established ones.

Since fabric is easily accessible, upholstery, beddings, and coverings are the most straightforward choices to incorporate motifs. Certain prints and motifs can be featured on interior wall designs using printed or fabric wallpapers. Use stencils or block printing blocks to create a pattern on walls. 

 10. Indian Style Interior for the Bathroom:

Add a desi flair to your bathroom design using patterned tiles with common motifs. You can install them on the floor or the walls. Bring in colour with the tiles and keep everything else neutral. Marble counters with inlays would make for an elegant accent piece.

Opt for a wooden vanity and wicker baskets to store bath essentials with metal accents peppered across the bathroom for a rustic look.

11. Cosy Up the Outdoor Spaces with Indian Décor:

Wicker furniture perfectly complements any outdoor space. A chair or two with a small coffee table is perfect for an apartment balcony. A couple of cushions with bright Indian prints, a patterned mat and a comfy dohar will add the desi style. Of course, don't forget to add at least a few plants!

 12. Bedrooms with a Desi Charm:

A four-post bed with carved posts and a canopy going around it is a classic royal desi look. Achieve the same effect in a small space with a wooden bed and a canopy hanging from the ceiling. Ornate almirahs, chests and dressers with carvings or inlays are excellent statement pieces. When you do not have the space for a large bed, add a desi touch with dark wood furnishings in the bedroom design. A soft carpet or area rug will make the room cosier.

For a more contemporary look, choose wood furnishings without ornamentations. Keep the colour scheme largely neutral with no more than two bright hues as accents. Utilise accessories such as pillows, rugs, knick-knacks for pops of colour.

13. Indian Interiors in Children's Rooms:

Children are dynamic individuals that thrive on stimulation. Indian style interiors with bright colours, rich patterns and diverse motifs are ideal for a children's bedroom design. Wooden toys, printed bedding, vibrant curtains, handicraft rugs are excellent choices. Easily replace or upgrade them as children grow older, and their tastes change.

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