Mumbai, the country’s financial capital, is one where we can find the presence of different worlds in a single space, right from luxurious beach villas to nano homes. The dynamic city has business magnets, poor and rural migrants who all co-exist in style. Mumbai’s growth has often been impetuous, based on the contingencies of time. No wonder then, Mumbaikars want their homes to reflect the latest trend and showcase their personal lifestyle story.
In this connection, the interior design trends for Mumbai homes in 2021 are bound to undergo a drastic change as the pandemic has forced all families to reinvent their lifestyle and change their trend on the work and home front.
Hipcouch's experts share some favourite trends that are bound to encompass Mumbai homes in 2021.
Trends for Mumbai Homes in 2021
While the year 2020 was full of surprises and learning, it also taught us the importance of our homes. In 2021, the trend of spending more time at home is here to stay, and interior design trends will inevitably become more popular as most of the family members now work, exercise, dine and relax within the four walls of their home.
Here are some Interesting Design Trends that will be Popular in 2021
The overall home design trend for 2021 will be focused more on flexibility, adaptability, privacy, and innovative nature-inspired ideas.
#1. Diminishing Open Floor Plan Concept
While family members used to spend time at home in the evenings and weekends in the pre-pandemic era, the concept of open-floor plans (with open kitchen dining and living rooms that allow seamless movement from one room to another) was quite popular. However, post-pandemic, the definition of a home has expanded to include school, office, gym, as well as a play station for kids. The open floor concept of living (integrated living dining and kitchen areas) has thus become less functional as people now value more closed doors, private spaces, and soundproof rooms.
For instance, the traditional place to work in the home will no longer remain as a small table, chair, and lamp slotted at some uncanny corner of the living room or under the stairs. Instead, the workstation at home will be more functional with a dedicated room, thick curtains, technically equipped spaces, and better sound insulation.
#2. Bringing Nature into Homes
The lockdown has forced us to stay indoors, which has had a profound impact on our perceptions. One of the most looked for perception is the importance of nature. People want to include a touch of green at home for a breath of fresh air and yearn for an enhanced connection with nature.
Plus, this will help brighten the mood and bring in better air quality which people definitely need at this time. That is why we could see many people indulging in gardening as a hobby during the pandemic. Small balcony gardens will become popular, and so will private terrace gardening.
People will opt for fresher indoor décor options like fresh table flowers, for instance. House plants will be the new normal even in tiny homes. People who cannot afford a balcony garden will opt for indoor plants like small succulents or money plants, etc.
#3. Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Interior Decor
Home interiors will give more importance to sustainable and eco-friendly design. People will choose more natural and biodegradable materials to decorate their spaces like cane, wood, hemp, rattan, etc. The use of plastic and synthetic items will reduce. People will give importance to local eco-friendly purchases like local tribal art (that will also help the tribal people earn income).
#4. Multifunctional Spaces will Gain Prominence
Dedicated spaces for smart TVs and music players will become obsolete now unless they are explicitly meant for home theatre. Spaces like the bar area and dining area will become multifunctional, especially in smaller apartments. This is because the focus will be more on using rooms for work from home and study.
With more people using digital devices for reading and learning, the storage area for books will diminish, and people will use these areas for research, gym, etc.
#5 Space-Saving Workstations and Furniture’s will be Trending
The work from the home concept will redefine the workstation design. There will be more flexibility in workstation designs. Wall-mounted desks or those that can be tucked in when not in use will be preferred.
People will need more space as they are spending time indoors. As a result, they will opt for space-saving workstations and double-duty furniture. Also, small nooks will be fully utilised and will gain more importance.
#6 Use of Bold Statement Furniture
Brighter and bolder pieces of furniture have become popular in the living and dining rooms of Mumbai homes. For instance, a statement bright red sofa or a bold and patterned pushback chair, etc.
#7. Colour scheme:
While whites and beiges are popular as always, Mumbai homes do love darker tones and bold colours as well on their walls. In 2021 one can witness grey or dark blue and olive green tones. Colourful wallpapers will also be the in thing. People's disconnect with the outside world and a yearning to create a home with more flair will be the reason behind using bold colours.
#8. Materials:
Lightwoods like beech, ash, and pine, which are a part of Scandinavian décor, will be trending material for interiors in 2021. Light wood creates an illusion of bigger space and makes the room feel bright and massive. This feeling of vastness is much needed as people are spending more time at home. Whether you opt for a modern trendy look or a rustic farmhouse look, light wood furniture and accessories work great.
Lightwood can also be used on the flooring, walls, or behind the wall-mounted TV cabinet as an accent wall also. So we feel more Mumbaikars will opt for such light woods as it creates a feeling of minimalism and a sense of zen.
#9. Rise of Grand Millennial Style décor
This style combines modern design woven into traditional décor that one might see in their grandparent's home. The young generation prefers the design and décor that is often viewed as old or grandma or granny chic style. This is because people have started liking traditional style in this uncertain world, and classic style evokes much-needed comfort during these challenging times. Hence this grand millennial style is winning over Mumbaikars these days. This style leans towards antiques that are more sustainable and affordable than buying new furniture. One can see many flea markets and antique store items in décor; these are something one can cherish for a lifetime.
In short, the year 2021 will be the year of more nature-inspired décor, sustainable and eco-friendly interiors, vanishing open floor plans, multifunctional spaces, and multipurpose space-saving workstations. Traditional furniture pieces and decor will also make a comeback.
If you are looking to incorporate any of the latest design trends for 2021, consult our experts at Hipcouch, who will guide you through every stage. Hipcouch offers end-to-end design solutions as well as flexible project solutions.