Joining Forces

While the amalgamation of two different styles and genres may have gained popularity, here's how to do it right.

- MOUNIKA KODALI

Fusion design has been trending for a while now. The reason in part is the interesting outcome and partly because of the profusion of colour, it leads to. Still confused? This three-storey, 5,000 sq ft villa in Hyderabad is a good starting point.

It's a contemporary home with a traditional infusion. Be it the usage of different flooring patterns, different shaped furniture and carved wooden elements, the space takes design notes from modern India while fusing it with craft.

Indian by Design

For instance, on entering the foyer, there is a traditional antique door and a hanging garuda statue set against a sleek wooden panel.