INTRODUCTION TO INTERIOR DESIGN

Meaning and significance of interior design,

Historical review of interiors as regards to concept,

interior design trends in India and abroad, style, fashion,

decoration etc.
DEFINITION FOR INTERIOR DESIGN

Interior design is a multi-faceted profession in which creative and technical

solutions are applied within a structure to achieve a built interior environment.

These solutions are functional, enhance the quality of life and culture of the
occupants, and are aesthetically attractive.

Designs are created in response to and coordinated with the building shell, and
acknowledge the physical location and social context of the project.

Designs must adhere to code and regulatory requirements, and encourage the
principles of environmental sustainability.

MEANING AND SIGNIFICANCE OF INTERIOR DESIGN

SIGNIFICANCE OF INTERIOR DESIGN
Research and analysis of the client's goals and requirements; and development
of documents, drawings and diagrams that outline those needs;

Formulation of preliminary space plans and two and three dimensional design
concept studies and sketches that integrate the client's program needs and are
based on knowledge of the principles of interior design and theories of human
behavior;

Confirmation that preliminary space plans and design concepts are safe,
functional, aesthetically appropriate, and meet all public health, safety and
welfare requirements, including code, accessibility, environmental, and
sustainability guidelines;

Selection of colors, materials and finishes to appropriately convey the design

concept, and to meet socio-psychological, functional, maintenance, environmental,
and safety requirements;

MEANING AND SIGNIFICANCE OF INTERIOR DESIGN

 Selection and specification of furniture, fixtures, equipment and millwork,
including layout drawings and detailed product description; and provision of
contract documentation to facilitate pricing, procurement and installation of
furniture;

Provision of project management services, including preparation of project

budgets and schedules;

Preparation of construction documents, consisting of plans, elevations, details

and specifications, to illustrate non-structural and/or non-seismic partition layouts;
power and communications locations; reflected ceiling plans and lighting designs;
materials and finishes; and furniture layouts;

Preparation of construction documents to adhere to regional building and fire

codes, municipal codes, and any other jurisdictional statutes, regulations and
guidelines applicable to the interior space;

MEANING AND SIGNIFICANCE OF INTERIOR DESIGN

INTERIOR DESIGNER

Interior Designer implies that there is more of an emphasis

on Planning, Functional design and effective use of space involved in this
profession, as compared to interior decorating.

An interior designer can undertake projects that include arranging the

basic layout of spaces within a building as well as projects that require an
understanding of technical issues such as acoustics, lighting, temperature,
etc.

Although an interior designer may create the layout of a space, they may
not alter load-bearing walls without having their designs stamped for
approval by an architect. Interior Designers often work directly with
architectural firms.

MEANING AND SIGNIFICANCE OF INTERIOR DESIGN

An interior designer may wish to specialize in a particular type of interior
design in order to develop technical knowledge specific to that area.

Types of interior design include residential design, commercial design,

hospitality design, healthcare design, universal design, exhibition design,
spatial branding, etc.

The profession of Interior Design is relatively new, constantly evolving, and

often confusing to the public. It is an art form that is consistently changing
and evolving.

Not only is it an art, but it also relies on research from many fields to
provide a well-trained designer's understanding of how people are
influenced by their environments.

MEANING AND SIGNIFICANCE OF INTERIOR DESIGN

HISTORY

In ages past, interior design was a concept known only to the

aristocracy.

The idea of maximizing internal spaces was not something at all in the
minds of any but those with the grandest, most elaborate estates.

Today, however, space considerations are a major part of most building

projects no matter their scale.

Small homes as well as skyscrapers are routinely designed to be

attractive, functional, and efficient all of which are components of
interior design.

HISTORICAL REVIEW OF INTERIORS AS REGARDS TO CONCEPT

The Edwardian Period where colours were fresh and light, creating an
informal feel.

The Georgian Period was divided into the early, mid and late Georgian
periods and was a time for entertaining, making the art of interiors a
popular pastime.

The Gothic Period was a revival by the Victorians in the 19th Century and
was a style that had a religious symbolic base.

The Victorian Period provided a great change for the middle-class home.
Goods and services became more accessible for the general population, and
pride in the home began to show.
Edwardian Interiors (1901-1910)

The Edwardian era saw the beginning of a new century with a new King Edward VII and a
new style of interior design.

On first appearances, early Edwardian interior design does not appear too different to
Victorian styles, but as the era progressed there were huge differences in furniture,
decoration and style.

There was a gradual disappearance of "Victorian clutter", of surfaces crowded with bric-a-
brac and the rooms crammed with furniture for thee emergence of a simpler, more straight
forward arrangement.

Along with this went the gradual flattering of the appearance of walls and ceilings with a
lightening of colour schemes. The heavy, dark, cluttered look of the Victorian era was gone,
and something much lighter and more cheerful took its place.

After the death of King Edward VII's mother Queen Victoria, Edward VII in listed London
decorator Sir Charles Carrick Allom to refurbish Buckingham Palace, saying "Get this tomb
cleaned up!".
Edwardian Style

This early 20th century style had an eclectic feel to it , and drew from elements of
Georgian, Medieval and Tudor styles.

Light, airy and simplicity of detail were key principals of this era. Colours were
fresher than during the Victorian era; pastel blues, lilacs, leaf green, muted
yellows and pearl greys to name a few.

Floral fabrics and wallpaper were complemented by the liberal use of fresh
flowers in informal arrangements.

Along with Sheraton, Chippendale, Queen Anne and even Baroque reproduction
furniture, wicker and bamboo began to be widely used in Edwardian Style of
interiors.
Art Nouveau added a modern, original flavor to the historicism of this period. Inspired
directly from nature, Art Nouveau designers adorned a vast array of ordinary household
objects with stylized flowers, vines, leaves, birds and dragonflies.

And therefore you would regulary see a Tiffany lamp, an Art Nouveau clock or a graceful,
high-backed black leather chair of Charles Rennie Mackintosh, in a complete Edwardian
interior.
Edwardian Colour

Shifting away from the Victorian interiors, colours were fresh and light, with an informal
feel. Patterns were feminine, with flowers and floral designs highly favoured.

Colours were predominantly pastels: blues, lilacs, greens, yellows, and greys.

Living rooms often took darker colours such as dark green for fabrics, complemented with
cream walls.

Colour schemes were lighter with doors, skirting's, ceilings, panelling and picture rails
were often painted using the new bright white enamel paint.

Colours were softer, carrying on the trends from the Arts

and Crafts movement, which helped achieve the
Edwardian ideals of freshness and light.

The dining room continued to be the most rich hues of all

rooms.

For example, red and gold with yellow and white

ceilings and cream cornice.

In the hallways, green, blue, terracotta's and dark

gold's were common.
 Edwardian Windows

In many Edwardian houses, windows were larger than those of preceding

eras because large glass panes were cheaper.

Stained glass was sometimes used, particularly for the upper lights in
casement windows.

Edwardian Doors

Edwardian terraced houses had front doors not greatly different from
those of the late 19th century although colours differed.

The door was painted in a variety of greens and browns, with the panels
often in a lighter shade or the mouldings were in a contrasting colour.

Glass was typically leaded and stained with designs showing Art
Nouveau elements.
Edwardian Flooring

Edwardian flooring was on mortar or concrete, or else over wooden joists. The flooring
itself was of wooden floorboards, tiles or parquet.

Floor coverings were rugs or carpets, and linoleum. Like people in the last quarter of the
19th century, the Edwardian preferred rugs which could be taken outside and beaten.

Rugs and looses carpets were from Turkey and India and in subdued colours. However the
grandest of houses began to have fitted carpets. Plain or decorative encaustic tiles were
popular around fireplaces, in halls, kitchens, bathrooms, porches, and toilets.

Designs were more plain and some colours were more pale than in Victorian floors.

Parquet flooring made from oak or walnut would be particularly seen in the cottage style
houses. Some houses had linoleum patterned with stone and mosaic designs.
Edwardian Furniture

Furniture was widely made with bamboo and wicker. This added to the already delicate
and breezy nature of the style. Other furniture was reproduction, drawing their influences
from baroque, rococo and empire styles. The wing chair is the classic shape and upholstery
was predominately chintz and damask in pale colours.

Other furniture manufactured was of oak, with minimal carvings with less ornamentation.
Metal hinges, drawer and door handles and upholstery tacks were more exposed.
Famous Designers of the Edwardian Style

Thomas Sheraton- Furniture

Louis Comfort Tiffany- Lighting

Rene' Lalique- Glassware

Georgian Period
1714 to 1837

The Georgian period is often divided into early, mid and late Georgian period. The three
phases are a continuation of each other as the style changed and took shape as the century
moved on lighter colors and decoration prevailed.

Entertaining was popular and interiors were all the rage due to the availability of print books
showing design and architectural examples providing an insight and education into what
design was all about.

Georgian Style

Severe lines and classic

architectural details moved design
away from the gentle curves of
Queen Anne design.

Georgian style is characterized by

its elaborately carved cabriole
legs, ball-and-claw feet, broken
pediments, ornate carvings,
piercing and gilding.
cabriole legs ball-and-claw feet
Gilding
The term gilding covers a number of decorative techniques for applying fine gold
leaf or powder to solid surfaces such as wood, stone, or metal to give a thin
coating of gold. A gilded object is described as "gilt"
Georgian Furniture

In early Georgian times, heavy carved and gilded pieces were upholstered in velvet
and damask. Fabrics were luxurious: brocade, damask and tapestry, with colours and
patterns kept subtle.

A royal style extended into common houses with cabriole legs and claw feet on chairs
and baths creating an almost throne-like feel. Mahogany slowly replaced walnut as
the wood of choice.

The furniture was delicate, and the fireplace was the heart of the room. It was often
fully outfitted with cast iron, carved pillars and medallions, and an opulent fire screen.
Brocade is a class of richly
decorative shuttle-woven fabrics, often
made in coloured silks and with or
without gold and silver threads.

Damask is a reversible
figured fabric of silk, wool, linen,
cotton, or synthetic fibres, with a
pattern formed by weaving.
Tapestry is a form of textile art, traditionally woven on
a vertical loom. However, it can also be woven on a
floor loom as well.
Georgian Colour
Colours were pale and subtlecream, dusky rose, sage, pea green, powder blue. Floral
were also found, and in more grander houses, gold and murals were the preferred wall
coverings. Upholstery and curtains often had matching fabric.

Famous Designers of the Georgian Style

Mid Georgian times were greatly influenced
by designers Chippendale
The Adams Brothers andHepplewhite. It was
a time of experimental design.
Gothic Period
Gothic period design was influenced by Roman and Medieval architecture. Its initial design
period was c.1150 to 1550, but saw a revival in the 19th century by the Victorians.

Gothic design was the first true ecclesiastical style and was symbolic of the triumph of the
Catholic church over paganism in Europe. The new age of soaring cathedrals meant the
initiation of new methods of building, to support this extreme weight.

Gothic Style
Style had a religious symbolic base- think of old, ornate churches and you will be on the right
track. Pointed arches and stained glass in complex trefoil or rose designs were predominant,
exposed, wooden beams, large, imposing fireplaces, and emulated candle lighting completed
the ecclesiastical style.

There was a strong vertical influence, supported by the high arches and peaks of the
architecture. Light was also important, as windows grew more and more expansive and light
and air flooded into the once gloomy churches of the Romanesque period.
Ecclesiastical style
Of or relating to the Christian Church or its clergy.
Trefoil
The term "trefoil" is an ornamental foliation or
cusping introduced in the heads of window-lights,
tracery, panellings, etc., in which the center takes
the form of a three-lobed leaf (formed from three
partially-overlapping circles). One of the earliest
examples is in the plate tracery at Winchester (1222 -
1235). The fourfold version of an architectural trefoil
is referred to as quatrefoil.
By the time of the renaissance it was a
time of gothic arts, European influence and
Greek and Roman architecture.

The renaissance produced some of the

world's greatest artist, architect, and
designers that emphasized beauty,
ceremoniousness, spirituality, and their
own ideas of artistic expression.

Renaissance trends did not expand

popularity, nor was there any
understanding. It took a great deal of
achievement for renaissance designs that
could take place. Unlike the allure and
femininity of the French style.
Gothic Furniture
Furniture was massive and oak, adorned with Gothic motifs. Chairs, bed frames, cabinets were
sturdy and featured arches, spiral-turned legs and rich upholstery in dark colors.

Old church furniture such as pews, benches and trestle tables finish the look. Victorian gothic
reproduction and Arts and Crafts era furniture can be used as an acceptable alternative, as
many of the same motifs crossed over.

Gothic Colour
Colours were rich and dark, of the Victorian era. Purple, ruby, black, ochre, forest green and
gold added complemented the heavy furniture and rich design.

Wallpaper was ornate and heavily patterned in natural flowers and foliage. Also popular was
trompe-loeil architectural features or stencilled designs.

Walls were painted in flat colours, to depict stones, and often covered in wall hangings-
especially tapestries.

Obviously stained glass was a significant feature, and these were ideally accented with
pewter, wrought iron, suits of armour and candles. Decorative ribbing or cornices were
common and elaborately carved. Heraldic emblems were seen everywhere.
A pew is a long bench seat or enclosed
box, used for seating members of a
congregation or choir in a church or
sometimes a courtroom.
A trestle table is an item
of furniture comprising two or three
trestle supports linked by a
longitudinal cross-member over
which a board or tabletop is placed.
Trompe l'oeil, a style of painting in which objects are depicted with
photographically realistic detail; also : the use of similar technique in interior
decorating. Forced perspective is a comparable illusion in architecture.
Famous Designers of the Gothic Style

AWN Pugin

William Burges

George Gilbert Scott

Abbot Suger

Herbert Minton
Victorian Period
1837 to 1901

Victorian period design was based on imitation and reproduction, made easier by the
induction of mass production.

Many different styles were revived, and often more than one influence featured on a single
piece.

The Victorian era saw a great change in the middle-class home, as goods became more
available for the general population, and pride in the home emerged.
Victorian Period Style
Style was eclectic, and some would say cluttered. Homes were filled to the brim with big
furniture and excessive amounts of ornaments. The Art Nouveau influence of natural motifs
was apparent, but in a less stylized manner.

Victorian Period Furniture

Victorian period furniture was ornate in design and hugely overstuffed. Think of plump,
button back chairs, pouffes and ottomans. Furniture designers also drew on influence from
a variety of other eras for their work. Mahogany was the favoured wood and
characteristic Victorian pieces were chiffoniers and sideboards- often inlayed with ivory.
Rooms were very densely furnished, to the point of overcrowding.
A pouffe is a piece of furniture used as
a footstool or low seat. It is distinguished
from a stool by being completely covered in
cloth so that no legs are visible. It is
essentially a large hard cushion that may
have an internal wooden frame to give it
more rigidity.
An ottoman is a piece
of furniture consisting of a
padded, upholstered seat or bench,
usually having neither a back nor arms,
often used as a stool or footstool.
A chiffonier is a piece of furniture differentiated from the sideboard by its
smaller size and by the enclosure of the whole of the front by doors. Its name
(which comes from the French for a rag-picker) suggests that it was originally
intended as a receptacle for odds and ends which had no place elsewhere, but it
now usually serves the purpose of a sideboard.
Victorian Period Colour
Victorian colours were rich and dark. Ruby red, forest green or blue, with heavy damask
patterns were prominent.

The colour palette was initially restricted until the mastering of chemical process dying.
Peacock greens and blues, magentas, violets and raw pinks burst onto the scene.

Fabrics were highly patterned. Velvet and damask were of choice for the winter, switching
to cotton and chintz for the cooler summer months.

Wallpaper became mass-produced and was embraced by the masses. Paper went from the
skirting board to the dado line and was pattered in flock, damask or water silk.
Famous Designers of the Victorian Period Style

William Morris

William de Morgan

Charles Frederick Worth

Charles Eastlake
Modern and contemporary started in the late
19th century and emerged into the 20th century
creating mode like furnishings, and the styles
were mixed together in one piece.

Throughout the years we've embraced all

kinds of interior design, from exotic, gothic,
elegant, patriotic, or modern.

History has given us something to use to our

advantage and options, we can live how we
want to in the comfort of our homes and
choose any basic of style we want.

History of interior design lets us look back on

cultural differences and how its influenced us
today.

20th Century style

HISTORICAL REVIEW OF INTERIORS AS REGARDS TO CONCEPT

Until late 1980's that interior design was recognised as a discipline separate
from architecture in India.

Post independence, a new India was formed. Poverty stricken, India's growth
had stagnated at a GDP OF 3.5%.

India maintained this GDP for almost the next 40yrs, until the economic
liberalisation in 1991.

The economic reforms brought about, changed the face of India by exposing it
to the open market, giving way to new avenues in the design fields.

Traditionally, Indian interiors are driven by a pure utilitarian motive. function -

simple, colonial furniture handed down for generations.

The level of comfort reached even to middle class youth whose parents would
have only dreamed of a well planned, professionally designed space is now
well within their grasp and its being reflected in the growing industry of
interior design.

HISTORY AND TRADITION OF INTERIOR DESIGN IN INDIA

Interior Design, as a separate specialised design discipline, is a relatively new
eld in India. It has now been recognised as a profession different from
decorators and architects dominating the eld for historic reasons.

Today, Interior design in India has come a long way. It has gained autonomy from
Architecture and is not just reduced to decoration and furnishings anymore.

Interior Design sees space as a living environment and is a holistic resolution of

the socio-cultural, emotional and resource conditions of the context it represents.

In the context of design, Interiors refers to any space within an enclosed

structure that is inhabitable and human centred.

These spaces include residences, ofces,institutions, schools, hospitals, theatres,

restaurants, hotels and resorts, airports and the like.
The luxury feeling is perceived when you define the house using the Indian interior. India
is a diverse country.

The rich culture is reflected on the textiles, language, and way of life. Decorating the house
using the Indian style should reflect the countrys culture.

The Indian interior design is not only popular in the countrys region but also in US and
other parts of the world.

The decorating style is good choice for the people who want to bring ethnic and exotic
feeling. The Indian good is not difficult to shop. You can purchase it online and offline
stores in town.

INTERIOR DESIGN TRENDS IN INDIA AND ABROAD

Begin the decoration by applying the right textiles in the room. If you want to adorn the teen
bedroom, you can go with layered bedding. You can pick the combination of green sheet and
pink bedspread.

The bedding can feature gold peacock embroidery to make it magnificent and grandeur. You
can set a big pot on the corner of the bed and fill it with peacock leather.

The bed can be placed against the wall near the window.
You can bring more vibrant colours by picking the layered curtain. Choose the thick one in
lavender shades. The bathroom in India interior should be treated wonderfully. You can focus on
the tile decoration.

INTERIOR DESIGN TRENDS IN INDIA AND ABROAD

Choose the various colours of red, purple, black and gold to adorn the wall.

If you just want cool feeling in Indian bedroom, you can pick the combination of mosaic gold and
off white shade.

You can place a peacock patterned mat on the doorway of the bathroom. The living room should
look rich and majestic.

You can have simple sofa and adorn it with floral patterned toss pillows in maroon colour.

The living room in India interior can be beautified with orange and yellow shade for the wall
paint.
Keeping an eye on design trends from all
over the world means that homeowners
can create a beautiful new look for their
own home, and they are not limited to the
same trends as their neighbours.

It is expected that the year ahead will

bring a number of new trends which will
be easy for the average homeowner to
incorporate into their home.

Colour trends

Bold colours have been creeping back for some time and this looks set to continue in the
future. Tangerine and deep emerald are just two of the colours that will be featured heavily in
many homes.

Kelly Hoppen predicts that colour trends will also feature plenty of more neutral shades too,
which can be teamed with the brighter colours to create an impact, so consider shades such as
grey, charcoal and black. Large patterns have become very popular and ethnic patterns in
particular will be prominent in interior design in 2013.

INTERIOR DESIGN TRENDS IN INDIA AND ABROAD

Overall style
Homeowners will want to keep their homes looking as glamorous as possible;
however, this is likely to be achieved in a more muted way. The whole feeling of
bling will give way to a style that is more tailored to the individual. Personalizing
the design will be very important. Art Deco tapestries are set to be a feature in some
homes and anyone who has needlework skills can easily create their own (if
somewhat less ambitious) wall hangings.

INTERIOR DESIGN TRENDS IN INDIA AND ABROAD

Choosing pieces of furniture that cover a range of styles will also be a trend.

Creating a room which looks as though it has been pieced together over a number of
years will be far more interesting than one which looks as though it could have been
put together in an afternoon, with everything having been bought from one store.

This could mean mixing vintage pieces that have been influenced by French design with
modern pieces such as these UK recliner sofas.

Consider soft leather teamed with metals and woods for larger pieces of furniture as
well as shelving and other pieces in the room.

Statement pieces with an amusing edge are set to be popular, and they can create a
feature in a room that everyone will want to talk about.

If the budget is low then this can be a good way to give the room a new look without
the need to change everything.

In interior design the windows are very important, so opt for features such as shutters
rather than traditional curtains or blinds.

The trend for lacquer shutters that have large slats has come from Vietnam, so it is easy
to add an Eastern feel to a room this way.

INTERIOR DESIGN TRENDS IN INDIA AND ABROAD

For those who are on a tight budget there are a number of different touches that can be
incorporated for a different look that is up to the minute.

Double sided throws in the bedroom and the lounge are useful for creating a look that can be
changed in seconds; this will also help to give the warm and cozy feel that many interior
designers will be aiming for in 2013.

INTERIOR DESIGN TRENDS IN INDIA AND ABROAD

Josef Hoffmann
The grids and graphic patterns of this Wiener Werksttte master are inspiring bold
new takes on fashions and furnishings

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Quilted
The motif thats popular from haute couture to hunting gear is showing up in
surprising new guises.

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Stripes
This bold and colorful classic has never lost its appeal, and this spring's linear
line-up is more eye-catching than ever.

JANSON STOOL
CAMPAGNE PITCHER STRIPE PLATE
GESSATO TUMBLERS DELPHINE LAMP
World Of Interiors & World Of Fashion

The world of fashion is getting influenced by the world of interior

design. The worlds of fashion and the dcor seem to be colliding. Both
the worlds are now engaging as the creative minds of the worlds are
joining together and that is happening because of the social media
forces.
If you love bright colour, and if you love fun
prints, you shouldnt be just wearing them,
They should be in your home as well.You
should be living with them.
Forever in blue jeans

Denim is making a huge comeback.

We are also seeing a lot of denim.
Denim is all over the runway and
also in the home in all shades and
all styles. Stripes and checkers are
also coming back. Marc Jacobs has
stripes featured all over his line, but
he has checkers all over the Louis
Vuitton line. (Jacobs is also creative
director for Louis Vuitton.)
Aubuchon predicts a resurgence of
both stripes and checkers, both in
the home and on the runway.
Animal instincts

A perfect example of whether a print is in

style is how it is being used and picked
up. The leopard print was a trend, yet she
attended High Point only to see it all over
the place from furniture to pillows to
rugs. Clearly this is not a pattern that is
going anywhere soon. And in New York
City, leopard print is being worn by
practically everyone you see whether it
is a shoe, bag or scarf.
 The Blazer of the Room

Paint color, wallpaper, or wall panelling is often the first thing you notice in a room because
of its placement and size. Likewise, outerwear is inevitably the first thing you see in an outfit,
so it better be good. If you want whats underneath to stand out, you keep the jacket neutral
or solid but complimentary to your outfit,
just as with a paint color when you want the furnishings to make the big statement. On the
contrary, when you want the jacket/walls to be the star of the show, you play it up with
patterns and texture while letting the rest of the outfit or room take a back seat.
The Pants of the Room

The pants of a fashion ensemble are key. Theyre the sturdy part of the outfit that needs to
hold up to wear and tear with all of the sitting, standing, dancing, walking, and stretching
that occurs on a daily basis. Our pants must be accommodating, but they also must be stylish.

Pants are the upholstery of a room. It gets the most use and needs to be functional, durable,
and comfortable. Upholstery pieces can be given a whole new look with new pillows and
lighting, just as a pair of trousers can go from day to night and casual to dressy with a quick
change of shoes and a little more make up.
 The Blouse of the Room

The blouse of your outfit makes the biggest statement of all. It informs all of the other
components as to what type of outfit this is going to be: fancy, bohemian, retro,
sophisticated, playful, boring, functional, classic, and the same goes for drapery and window
treatments. We can go casual and relaxed with sheer white cotton drapery panels with no
pleating, or we can go much more serious and sophisticated with silk embroidered French
pleat panels.
The Shoes of the Room

Shoes are the coffee table of the room. They anchor the space and the outfit. Just as a pair of
shoes can make or break your ensemble, the same rings true for a coffee table. A table that is
too small or too serious in an otherwise casual, comfy family room can ruin the whole space
just as a pair of shoes can when you wore black flats when you should have gone with red
heels.
 The Accessories of the Room

Accessories in an outfit are equal to accessories in a room. This comparison might be a bit more
obvious than the others, but fun to analyze. If you have more of an eclectic style and like to
mix things up with a variety of necklaces, bracelets and cocktail rings, chances are youre the
same way with interiors. Accessories are the finishing touches in both fields of design.

They add an extra layer and a little bit of personality that wouldnt exist otherwise. Using a
lot or a little entirely depends on you, its those who like to stack up bangles on their wrist
also love stacks of home dcor on their side tables. Likewise, clean cut, modern dressers will
probably find one or two simple accessories on a furniture surface sufficient.
RELATE WITH INTERIORS
Differences Between Design and Decorating

Interior design often intersects with the related field of interior decorating,
though the two are usually considered separate disciplines.

Decorators work primarily with moveable fixtures like artwork, furniture,

and colour schemes to create a certain vibe within a space.

People who want to change the look or feel of a room may call an
interior decorator to help chart out a new look.

A designer called for the same purpose would look more at the floor plan
and lighting scheme than end tables or area rugs.

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