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 color scheme here would most
definitely be earthly greens, maroons, browns and mustards.Extra show pieces
showing apt luxury would be bright colored 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 color 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 decor 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 color 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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