Concept
of interior design
1. Color –
This is the most basic concept of
all and is the fundamental one that will tie a design all together. There is
usually one main (primary) color, a secondary color, and a minimum of two other
supplementary and complimentary colors for the interior that you must consider. Too
many, and it becomes garish, too few and its minimalist.
There must be a mix . . . solid,
patterns, smooth, textures, and they must be combined in such a way that the designer
believes will bring beauty and enrichment to the room.
2.
Scale –
This is the next important aspect that ensures a concept
works out beautifully. Scale is important and depending on the size and volume
of a room(s), all objects placed within must be well related scale-wise.
A few designers seem to forget about
the importance of scale. When the scale of anything is at odds with everything
else, it makes the interior quite unattractive. For instance, if large or
over-sized pieces are used in small rooms, the space looks cramped and
stifled. Even the greatest color mix will look terrible if the scale
of furniture and interior accessories is at cross-purposes.
3. Style –
3. Style –
Each and every
designer probably has his/her own unique style, but the simplest style of all,
one that seems quite popular is the eclectic style. It is generally informal
and can be eclectic/modern or eclectic/traditional. It is also one of the
simplest styles any designer can put together.
It is important that whatever style
is chosen, minimalist, eclectic, country, urban-modern, or bohemian, everything
must be 'married' together to work in harmony with each other. That's one of
the best ways to create a stylish interior.S
4.
Space Plan –
There must be a conscious plan of space and zone allocations,
as any interior designer is aware of. So, it doesn't matter if the scale is
right, the style is to-die-for, and the color scheme is pleasant, the design
concept will fail if items and objects are not positioned to the best advantage
(while still retaining an aesthetically pleasing look).
Deciding on a focal point in the
room is easy. Once that has been determined, it's easier to place primary
elements like a sofa, tables, and divan, elaborate wall art, etc..., and
when these are in position, placing enhancing accessories will be a ‘breeze’.
5. Functionality –
5. Functionality –
It is good to note that function precedes style so there is
no point having or developing the most luxurious interior concept if it’s not
functional enough to meet the needs of its occupants and users. It must be well
designed to be an efficient space that suits its occupants’ lifestyle.
For instance, there must be solutions to storage issues, one of the most important in small homes and offices. The kitchen must be beautiful but functional and designed in a way that its user can work effortlessly from one function to another, and balconies can be converted to gardens (bring the outdoors in) instead of serving as dumping space for broken down bicycles and discarded appliances!
For instance, there must be solutions to storage issues, one of the most important in small homes and offices. The kitchen must be beautiful but functional and designed in a way that its user can work effortlessly from one function to another, and balconies can be converted to gardens (bring the outdoors in) instead of serving as dumping space for broken down bicycles and discarded appliances!
GEETHA
N
ASSISTANT
PROFESSOR
DEPARTMENT
OF INTERIOR DESIGN AND DECOR
