Friday 30 December 2011

Architecture and Interior Design

Most of us wish to live in a home that has been specifically designed to match our taste, style and even personality. And why not; Properties don’t come cheap. When you are spending a bomb to build a house for your family and you, it is natural to want it to be perfect. This is the primary reason why architects and interior design firms are in high demand all around the world. No matter which part of the world you live in, it is difficult design and decorate your own home. You do need professional help often, especially if you want the place to look and feel a particular way. It is said that an ideal home reflects an owner’s soul. Well, if you hire the right firm, this may be the case for your house.

There are many architecture and interior design firms in Mumbai, but finding a reputable, reliable and well-known company should be your aim. Doing this may not be a big challenge, considering you have resources like the Internet, magazines, newspapers, social contacts and so on to narrow the search down. A face to face meeting may be in order after you have a few names in mind. It is recommended that you meet the architect and interior designer at least twice before making up your mind about which firm to give your business to. Once you have made your selection the process is fairly easy. In most top firms of the city, a team is appointed to handle your project.

The trick to getting the house of your dreams is to be comprehensive and very clear about what you want. Architects and interior designers are experts at translating your vision onto paper and eventually making it a reality. But you have to communicate your vision in an unambiguous and explicit way in order to avoid confusion. An aspect to keep in mind while talking to your design team is the look of the interiors. It may be pretty wise to select a style that is timeless, at least for the areas where you intent to entertain guests.

Another thing to remember when designing the house is that even though you may think that architects are only responsible for the exterior look of your house, these are the professionals that decide whether something can or cannot be done when it come to interior designing that changes the structure from inside. This is why both architecture and interior design go hand in hand. So, if there is something specific that you desire, like for instance a sun-roof or a huge centre-piece that hangs from the ceiling, be sure to let your architect and interior design team know of it well in advance.

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