While cookie cutter moulds work delightfully for tiny pieces of confectionery, the brick and mortar reality of designer dreams, however, cater to a varying flavour profile, especially when it comes to the home. This is why we reached out to India’s top interior designers and architects to assemble a cheat sheet of what makes the grade for the finals—to craft a space that you love to come home to. This year is all about character-filled havens that whisper your individual story. From quiet luxury and cabincore to biophilic design and personalised eclecticism, each trend reflects a yearning for connection and comfort.
Quiet Luxury
Celebrate quality artistry andspaces with rich texture and subtle elegance. Here, less is truly more: “The subtle interplay of sophisticated aesthetics and understated glamour creates a harmonious living environment, speaking volumes through refined simplicity. This trend has been redefining fashion over the past year. According to me, it will seep into the world of interior design as well this year,” says Mumbai-based interior designer Aashni Kumar.