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By RUKSHANA K
Interior Design Mistakes Homeowners Make and How to Fix Them
Designing or renovating a home may appear simple but achieving a well-planned, elegant and functional living space is far from easy. Whether it is a new house interior design or a home renovation project, expert execution is essential. This is
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By RUKSHANA K
How to Furnish Your Home for Rent: 5 Essentials to Maximise Rental Income
In India, for centuries home ownership has been the primary choice for majority of Indians. However, in recent years, changing lifestyles, increased migration, and the need for financial flexibility have led to a steady rise in the demand for rental
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By RUKSHANA K
Best Background Styling Tips for Video Calls, Zoom Meetings and Home Shoots
The onset of technology has taken video calling, video meetings and video shoots at home to new heights. The age-old audio calls have made way for video calls and photos for online video content creation. Whether it is a formal
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By RUKSHANA K
Interior Design Trends 2026: Why Indian Homes are returning to Vaastu Principles
Vāstu-Śastra (Sanskrit: वास्तु शास्त्र, vāastu śāstra) also known as Vaastu or Vastu, is the ancient doctrine of architecture. Although the divine science finds mention in the Arthashastra, it was only during the sixth century CE that dedicated chapters on principles of architecture appeared
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By RUKSHANA K
As Carpets Continue to Trend, Find the Perfect Carpet for your Home
In the past few years, marble flooring in living rooms, wooden flooring in bedrooms, and luxury vinyl flooring in children’s rooms replaced traditional carpets. The most famous Kashmiri carpets became a rarity in Indian homes. But today, with lightweight, customised,
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By RUKSHANA K
Outdoor Living: How to Design the Perfect Outdoor Space
In Indian homes, a well-designed backyard, patio, or large balcony serves as an extension of the home. From hosting a barbeque party in the backyard to enjoying a quiet cup of tea on the balcony, this space is a retreat
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By RUKSHANA K
What is contemporary design in interior designing?
Contemporary interior design is an ever-evolving future-thinking style of interior designing. Defined by present-day trends, innovative materials, and hi-tech, the style is more fluid and flexible. Contemporary design emerged in the early 1970s but is still a favourite among top
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A lesson: How to Mix Fabric Patterns in a Room
Patterns create warmth, depth, and balance in any space. Depending on the style, interior designers introduce patterns in different rooms to add visual interest and personality to a home. While the right fabric patterns create dynamic spaces, the wrong mix
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By RUKSHANA K
What Colours Make a Small Room Look Bigger?
Modern urban apartments have limited square footage. So, the easiest way to make them appear larger and feel more spacious is by using the right colours. Since colours are stimuli, they arouse sensations and emotions that influence the brain's perception
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By RUKSHANA K
How to soundproof a room
After air pollution, noise pollution is the second most common environmental pollution impacting many urban residents. While the daytime permissible limit is 55dB and the nighttime limit 45dB, cities like Kolkata and Moradabad have recorded alarming levels of noise pollution