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Velvet in Home Decor: A Touch of Luxury and Style

Think velvet and the mind immediately conjures images of all things luxurious and regal.  A plush fabric known for its soft and smooth texture and often vibrant colours, velvet is a great idea to add colour, grace and texture to any space.  “It is a fabric with a subtle sheen and can be effectively used… Continue reading Velvet in Home Decor: A Touch of Luxury and Style

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Dress that Wall: Wallpaper in Home Decor

Having been used since centuries, wallpapers are increasingly becoming a popular choice when it comes to enhancing the look and feel of your wall.  From quaint, cottage style florals and botanicals to contemporary artsy and abstract patterns, wallpapers today come in a variety of designs, patterns and textures.  Convenient and hassle free, they are a… Continue reading Dress that Wall: Wallpaper in Home Decor

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Guest Post: Interior Design as a Celebration of Culture

Are you proud of your ethnic heritage? Why not include elements from your culture in your home decoration? With a bit of planning and some lucky finds, you can create an environment that feels like home, even if your native country or community is miles away. Keeping the sights, sounds and elements of your culture… Continue reading Guest Post: Interior Design as a Celebration of Culture

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Ethnic Indian vibes: Traditional art and craft in home décor

India is a potpourri of exotic designs, rich colours, intricate crafts, embroidered tapestry and intricate patterns. The diverse repository of our craftwork ranges from painstakingly moulded clay statuettes, jewel encrusted murals, handwoven embroidery, exquisite mirror work, wooden toys, gold-leaf paintings to block printed fabrics, to name a few. Each style of craft is deeply rooted… Continue reading Ethnic Indian vibes: Traditional art and craft in home décor

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Pantone color of 2020: Classic Blue – of calm, comfort and character

It is that time of the year again when Pantone Colour Institute heralds’ global trends, offers colour directives and announces the colour of the year, a much-awaited announcement for most industries in the décor and lifestyle space.  Well, the colour that ushers in the new decade aka 2020 is 19-4052 Classic Blue.    A ubiquitous colour… Continue reading Pantone color of 2020: Classic Blue – of calm, comfort and character

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Stop and smell the roses: Fresh flowers in home decor

Flowers always make people better, happier and more helpful; they are sunshine, food and medicine for the soul – Luther Burbank Few décor elements are more powerful and invigorating than a bunch of fresh flowers.  An ideal ‘accessory’ that can instantly add life, colour and panache to any space, fresh flowers can do wonders to… Continue reading Stop and smell the roses: Fresh flowers in home decor

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Home Interiors: Diwali decor with muted hues and a pastel palette

The countdown to one of the most important and popular Indian festivals, Deepavali aka Diwali, is here and it is a time for celebration, hope and an ode to new beginnings.  It is also that time of the year when you dress up your entire house.  No mention of Diwali is complete without the customary… Continue reading Home Interiors: Diwali decor with muted hues and a pastel palette

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Welcome the warmth: a guide summer home decor

With the onset of summer and the obvious surge in the mercury levels, it is time to make your homes more welcoming, airy and pleasant.  After all, home is where the heart is and it is the perfect place to relax while escaping from the punishing heat.  Read on to find out more on how… Continue reading Welcome the warmth: a guide summer home decor

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Welcoming Winter vibes: home decor ideas for winter

Misty mornings, a nip in the air, additional layering, thicker drapes and the need to stay warm and cozy.  Well, these are just some of the signs of the end of autumn and the onset of winter.   A time where one longs to stay put on the couch while enjoying a book with piping hot… Continue reading Welcoming Winter vibes: home decor ideas for winter

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Christmas cheer in your homes: decor ideas for the festive season

With the onset of the holidays, Christmas and then New Year, the festive season is soon reaching a grand finale.  A time to rejoice with family and friends and a time to welcome the spirit of Yuletide in your homes.  As with all festivals, the essence of Christmas too is best enjoyed when you celebrate… Continue reading Christmas cheer in your homes: decor ideas for the festive season