Points to keep in mind:

i. The ornate interiors and opulence are on their way out.

ii. Relaxation, convenience, and comfort are the buzz words today.

iii. If these three combine to create beauty and style then you have mastered the art of home decor.

Here furnishings and good taste play an important role, not to forget the demands of our present-day lifestyle.

Bar area: An urban apartment is incomplete without a bar area, as the entertainment factor is very in.

A casual sitting area which is not only informal but conducive to conversation and cheer, means coloured cushions and campari.

Open kitchen: The open kitchen is back, for it combines work with fun.

With little or no time for family chit-chat and interaction, this openness ensures that cooking and eating together are done in one space and conversation flows uninterrupted.

Meditation room: This is a new phenomenon. Do not mistake it for the puja room.

This room is meant for relaxation and de-stressing.

Usually, it is a dark, air-conditioned room with soft music, a mat to sit or lay down on and unwind.