6 architectural design trends of the year
Jul 25, 2017 Interiors
Anchor: Onal Kothari
Photographs: Onal Kothari
Photographs: Onal Kothari
Architect Alok Bhagat reveals the different architectural trends of the year.
- Blending indoors and outdoors:
Designs evolve with natural phenomena. The best way to distress is to have natural surroundings around your home. Letting natural light in and having plants near the windows are some of the best ways to keep the natural surroundings intact.
- Universal approach:
Stick to a design that is suitable not only for humans but also animals and people with disability. Design decisions are now made keeping the environment and health conscious individuals in mind.
- Low maintenance products:
People are purchasing goods that are budget-friendly and easy to maintain. Many enthusiastic home owners prefer to have DIY additions in their house.
- Sustainable materials:
People are opting for materials that are durable, long lasting, environment-friendly and less harmful to human health. They are also aware about the location of material with respect to sun orientation.
- Landscaping:
Every home owner is looking for landscape with features like in-house vegetable and herbal growth, if the space permits. Vertical gardens, self-sustaining garden systems or sprinklers are some of the options they use to take care of the landscape while they are on vacations.
- Smart home installations:
Home automation systems and smart gadgets are in trend these days. These help the home owner to manage things remotely. It ensures security is taken care of in the absence of the owner.
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