Luxury, to me, is when the aspects of aesthetics and functionality combined, turn every space into reality. It is about comfort, and being content in one’s own home with good food and a private garden, experiencing the feeling of being happily ‘home bound’. It is about opulence, strong finishes, good design execution, bespoke and handcrafted design elements, and a fluidity and flexibility towards clients and their briefs.
Converting the client’s dreams into reality is about fulfilling personal wants, styles, and desires through design. Most modern homes today encompass open space plans, bringing the ‘green’ element indoors. What we, as designers, need to do, is hit the right balance between gardens, fresh air and good lighting, and automation, technology and ease of use.
Having said that, the pandemic has given rise to a new meaning of luxury. Indoor gardens where the clients can grow their own fruits and vegetables, large, minimally-furnished spaces, high ceilings, big doors and antique furniture are now all the rage, albeit with a modern twist.
Once the clients have a fair idea of what they want, the design process begins, amalgamating the designer’s and client’s design expressions. Personally, I like to present the client’s personality through the space, in a luxurious way.
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