| Whether it is the regal magnificence of the great Taj | | | | gold and silver door handles or swapping cupboard |
| Mahal or the splendor of the beautifully decorated | | | | panels for lattice effect or carved wood. |
| Hindu temples and shrines; Indian design is as unique | | | | To ensure a sense of cohesiveness and balance is |
| and captivating as its people and history. Their | | | | maintained within your room and to continue your |
| designs incorporate traditional Eastern painting, use of | | | | focus on Indian design; position your furniture and |
| vivid colors, images and patterns and a high focus on | | | | colors in symmetrical places across the room ideally |
| symmetry. This article will take you through some | | | | with a central focal point such as a fireplace, statue |
| quick and effective ways to add some Indian spice in | | | | or piece of wall art. |
| to your home. | | | | To complete your design scheme add extravagant |
| The most economical and aesthetically powerful way | | | | and regal ornaments, frames, mirrors, accessories and |
| to add some Indian style in to your interior design | | | | light fittings. Use gold, silver, gems, crystals and |
| scheme is to use soft fabrics such as silks and | | | | mirrors to add to the luxurious and enchanting feel |
| chiffon's in bright colors such as magenta, lime and | | | | and bring together the various color and textural |
| turquoise. Combine these with gold and silver tassels | | | | elements within the room. |
| and fringing to add some real royal glamour to your | | | | With regards to flooring, keep your choice subtle and |
| room. To keep the space bright and clean, use these | | | | natural by using materials such as wood floor boards, |
| bright materials only for cushions, bedding and | | | | laminate or marble type tiles. If necessary, use |
| window dressings and team with elegant ivory color | | | | decorative rugs and runners to decorate and soften |
| or wooden furniture. For a more minimalist and muted | | | | the floor. |
| finish restrict your palette to whites and golds and | | | | It is obviously up to you and your taste to what |
| layer different textures and patterned silks and | | | | extent you use Indian design within your home |
| chiffons for an equally luxurious but more subtle look. | | | | interiors. The level of extravagance and intricacy and |
| Where traditionally within Western interior design | | | | the high focus on botanical pattern means you can |
| principles pattern is provided by fabric or wall | | | | successfully use elements of Indian design within |
| coverings, highly decorative Indian inspired furniture | | | | Victorian style houses in particular. This works |
| can also be used as a focal point of your design | | | | noticeably well in bedrooms, living rooms, dining areas |
| scheme. Their furniture is generally carved, gilded, | | | | and outside patios when teamed with rustic lanterns |
| mosaic or painted often featuring key figures within | | | | and complementary plant life. As final touches, why |
| their culture such as elephants, tigers, peacocks or | | | | not consider adding beautiful floor, cushions around a |
| lotus flowers. If buying new furniture is not an option | | | | low coffee table, miniature paintings, warming candles |
| for you why not consider updating your existing table | | | | or sensuous incense sticks to create an atmosphere |
| top with a mosaic pattern, adding beautiful ornate | | | | perfect for the most regal of kings. |