SMITHA ZACHARIAH

As an interior designer with a love for colour and intricate details, my mood board process has evolved significantly with digital tools. Platforms and softwares let me organize palettes, patterns, and textures seamlessly, offering endless possibilities to refine compositions and visualize ideas efficiently.

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How has your mood board creation process evolved with digital tools, and what balance do you strike between physical and digital elements in your conceptual phase?

Yet, the tactile joy of physical elements remains irreplaceable. Handling fabric swatches, feeling textures, and layering samples bring colours to life in ways digital tools cannot. I balance both by beginning digitally, setting a thematic foundation, then incorporating physical elements for depth and authenticity. This blend enriches my conceptual phase, making it dynamic and inspiring.

Walk us through your thought process when you begin a new mood board - what elements do you consider first, and how do you layer colours, textures, and materials to build your narrative?