When
a single and specific theme or concept emphasizes the interiors of a home, they
turn to become thematic interiors. There are different elements used in the
process of decorating thematic interiors, and each one of the elements essentially
helps in the form and function of the desired theme to create an uninterrupted
conceptual flow. The Theme could either be consistent for the entire house or
could vary from room to room.
If
one single concept could be the common theme for the entire house, it could
look monotonous and repetitive, So to avoid that, it is usually recommended
that one opts for different themes for different rooms based on comfort and
convenience. For instance, one can select a rustic theme for the living room or
the bed rooms, but have a modular kitchen and bathrooms with vitrified tiles
because of their functionality and ease of maintenance.
Living Room:
The
Living room in a house is considered to be a formal area where one entertains
the guests. Therefore it is natural that the guests could gauge the concerted
and complete personality of the entire house just by observing the theme used
for decorating the Living room. Depending upon the personal likes and
individual tastes of the occupants, the themes used at the Living room could be
Local, English or American.
For
instance, if an ethnic Indian theme is wished to be highlighted, then
accessories like brass inlaid solid teak or rosewood furniture, low divan style
seating and bamboo chics instead of curtains could all be incorporated. The
ambience could be further accentuated by placing electric lanterns, hookahs,
jhoolas, urulis or even real life bullock carts if space permits as design
elements in the room. The colour scheme here would most definitely be earthly
greens, maroons, browns and mustards. Extra show pieces showing apt luxury
would be bright coloured mirror works, throw cushions, or chics in pochampalli
patterns. To consummate the ethnic look in total, one can even get mud cladding
done of walls, with matchstick drawings.
If
an English cottage theme is wished for, one can go for white or natural rattan
furniture interspersed with plenty of wrought iron and clear glass, with
frilled floral curtains. The colour scheme here could be checked patterns in
royal blue and yellow, with wooden flooring in white cedar, oak or pine. Plenty
of fresh flowers in pristine white porcelain vases, and a curio shelf with
small objects of décor would complete the cottage theme.
Dining Room:
Since
apartments usually come with a living-cum-dining concept, in most of the modern
day houses the dining area is an extension of the Living room. The theme and
the colour scheme used in the Living room can hence be extended to the dining
space as well.
So
if one has an ethnic theme, one could go in for a solid hardwood six-seater or
an eight-seater dining table and chairs with intricate inlay work. Or
alternately a very low dining table can be tried using chowkies or wicker mats
instead of chairs.
Master and Guest Bedrooms:
Of
all rooms, the bedroom will be the coziest and private of the places. The
primary importance is given to comfort. Whatever be the theme, this aspect has
to be considered. If the Moulin Rouge theme is liked and wanted to be
highlighted, then the bedroom could be done up in fuchsia pink bedspreads with
matching sheer or lace valances as window treatments. Even one could go in for
a four-poster brass or wrought iron cot and it could be upholstered with a
canopy and lace curtains. To complete a romantic picture, soft rugs, lots of
throw cushions and soft lighting could be added.
Children’s Bedroom:
It
will be comparatively easier to find themes for children's bedrooms. The
available space is the main yardstick for following and experimenting with any
theme. The fuse of bright colors is always recommended for the healthy and
overall mental growth of a child. One can play around with a variety of themes
like an aqua theme, a jungle theme, a sky theme, or a space age theme.
If
an aqua theme is intended to be installed, one can create the illusion of an
underwater world through the use of green and blue colors, colorful cut-outs of
aquatic animals, carpet like a seabed and a bed that resembles a ship, wall to
wall posters of the sea, ships or the shore, lamps made out of sea shells and
conches, and an actual illuminated aquarium can add the required special
effects and also heighten the aqua theme.
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