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Bonsai Indoor Garden

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Bonsai, a plant native to Japan. Bonsai is seen as a symbol of harmony, peace, order of thoughts or balance and wellness in nature. Bonsai plants are also said to symbolise good luck. Literally translated, Bonsai means ‘plant in a container’.

Bonsais are small plants that grow up to an average height of about 40 inches. The best part about Bonsais is that they can be grafted for new growth.

Bonsai are generally outdoor plants as they need temperate climate for growth, but there are indoor varieties that may be planted for an Indoor Bonsai Garden. Ficus Bonsai is one of the easiest, low maintenance variety of Bonsai that can be grown indoors. Other popular indoor variants include Crassula, Carmona and Sageretia.

Bonsai masters call the process of growing Bonsai an art. It is not an activity for impatient people, they say. During the process of growing Bonsai plants, they have to be shifted between containers as they grow.

Generally, people prefer shallow containers to give the impression of a bigger plant.

There are certain aspects that need to be kept in mind while creating an Indoor Bonsai Garden.

Watering: Bonsai plants do not necessarily need to be watered regularly. Instead, keep a check on when the plant requires it and water it accordingly.

Temperature: The tropical variety of Bonsai requires comparatively higher temperature which is approximately the regular room temperature. Subtropical on the other hand need lower temperature to survive. They bloom better in winters.

Light: Outdoor Bonsai mostly cannot survive indoors because of the intensity of light. The intensity of light is way more in the outdoors than indoors. Hence, even if a Bonsai is to be kept indoors, it should be preferably kept by a window or in a shot where the plant gets adequate light.

Soil: Bonsai need a special type of soil to grow in. The soil they grow in should allow the roots to breathe and also allow quick and easy drainage of water. A mixture of organic and inorganic soil is hence the best combination for the wholesome growth of Bonsai plants.

Humidity: Bonsai plants need humidity to grow. In the case of an indoor Bonsai, the plant may be kept in a tray filled with water and misted on multiple times in a day to keep the humidity levels high.

Decoration: Bonsai plants can be decorated with moss, small grass, rocks or small decorative pieces. Ensure that the decorative pieces do not affect the growth of the plant.

While creating an Indoor Bonsai Garden the following steps have to be kept in mind, especially since Bonsai is a high maintenance plant. Researching and selecting the right type of variety based on the environment the plant would grow in and the amount of attention that can be given.

For an individual who is very keen on growing Bonsai and has multiple Bonsai plants, they can invest in a Bonsai bench. A Bonsai bench is essentially a step for displaying Bonsai plants.

Balinese Indoor Garden

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The Balinese Indoor Garden is the representation of Balinese rainforests within the four walls of the house. Lush greenery with natural elements of the Earth and a hint of exotic is the perfect blend for the Balinese Indoor Garden.

Just like any other South Asian style garden, bamboo is used widely for the purpose of both structure and privacy.

Key elements to the Balinese Indoor Garden are plants, water, stone and shade. The essence of the Balinese Indoor Garden is based on the foliage and type of plants that are used in its creation. The height of the foliage may also give it the effect of a forest. It is hence not a surprise that Balinese Indoor Gardens require large spaces to be able to bloom in their full essence. Plants that grow vertically like palm, bamboo and banana and with horizontal growth like aloe and fern help create the lushness of the Balinese Indoor Garden.

A key element in the Balinese Indoor Garden is ‘Spirit’. This is expressed through a statue of either religious or mythical figures. Such figures always add an element of peace and tranquillity to the space. Like most South Asian origin gardens, Buddha is one of the most opted figures. Since Bali has a majority of Hindu population, Hindu Gods like Ganesha may be placed. Occasionally, animal figures like elephant statues are also opted for.

Adding a stone pathway through a foliage enhances the experience of enjoying the Balinese Indoor Garden.

Water adds the element of movement and life to the Balinese Indoor Garden. A small pond with koi with may be incorporated into the garden. Alternatively, a pond laced with lotus flowers adds to the aesthetic of the garden. If there are space constraints or the individual does not want to put in a water body, a small fishbowl or earthen pot with aqua vegetation may also be incorporated. A water fountain may also be a good idea.

In a Balinese Indoor Garden that has a large amount of space, a gazebo made of natural material such as hay, bamboo and wood may be put up. These create a cool escape within the garden. Bamboo tables, chairs and even swings would create the perfect relaxing environment.

The best part about South Asian indoor garden styles is that there is no compulsion of the kind of space that they require to be built in. They may be created in a small corner of a garden using the basic elements or may an extravagant indoor garden embracing all the space in a backyard garden.

From the maintenance point of view, Balinese Indoor Gardens are easy to maintain. The maintenance mostly involves watering and basic gardening. Depending on the foliage chosen, regular manicuring would be required as tropical plants may grow rapidly in the right environment.

If tropical and exotic gardens is your aesthetic, then the Balinese Indoor Garden is definitely meant for you.

Millennials Designs

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Millennials or Gen-Y refers to the people born between 1981 and 1996. This group, now in their 30’s, are looking to build and set up their own homes. This generation of first-time buyers is picky of how they do up their houses. And so, just like everything else, their tastes vary widely from the preferences of the previous generations.

Millennials face the need for versatile spaces. Amidst the issue of a small house within the city, they have several needs that have to be fulfilled. Whether it is a living room that doubles as an office space or a dining space for 2 that occasionally has to be able to fit in 6 people, the needs are endless.

Millennial décor is a very distinctive style when it comes to the way spaces are used and interiors and décor of houses is done.

PASTEL SHADES

They mostly pick simplistic style and lighter colours like white or millennial pink. This can be attributed largely to the fact that most of the houses bought are comparatively smaller since they are within the city. Hence, light colours and white help make the rooms look larger.

    MINIMALISTIC DÉCOR

    A minimalistic arrangement keeps the room spaced out and gives the impression of a larger room rather than a crowded, dingy and small house. A simple décor also helps in easy redesigning or addition of small pieces. Millennials are resorting to this contemporary décor trend for their homes. 

    A favourite piece of accessory is small potted plants or succulents that do not need much effort and yet give the room a pop of colour and life.

    COLOUR BLOCKING

    Colour blocking is another millennial trend that is setting in. Colour blocking is essentially picking out colours from opposite sides of the colour palette and teaming them together. Mustard, deep purple or blue are very popular choices with reference to colour blocking. This trend also gives a fun and quirky splash of colour to a room that might otherwise come across as dull and monotonous and giving it a contemporary decor.  

    Colour blocking can be done in the form of a big change like painting one wall in a room a different colour or something as small as placing a different coloured cushion on the couch or a piece of art on the wall.

    CUSTOMISATION

    Another trend that is picking up popularity is customisation. Millennial décor is all about customising small articles as a way of putting in a personal touch to their homes.

    Customisation too has a broad spectrum. It can anything from a large picture personalised picture to neon lights with a message.

    It might even be a quirky doormat or an out-of-place bookshelf or even just a simple string of fairy lights.

    Some houses may also see a combination of different trends.

    For instance, people might prefer paring minimalistic décor with colour blocking. Or some may have a favourite colour that they want to feature with respect to accessories or overall décor and design the rest of the house around the colour accordingly.

    However, the most important thing to remember is that one’s house should reflect their personality and that an individual should be comfortable in the house they build and live in.

      Interior Design Project

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      Managing your family space and your home is not only about having a beautiful decoration, the interior decoration is about a science that will make you make the most of your space in a harmonious way. Feeling good at home is crucial so the importance of interior decoration is growing and as such hiring a professional to manage the interior decoration of your home is something to keep in mind if you are thinking about buying a new house or proceed to the interior remodeling of your current one.

      An interior professional or an architect does decoration through the well-dosed blend of elements. With this it is possible to create environments that are more than simply beautiful. Today, every environment should be enjoyed to the fullest. It is necessary to find the best relationship between design, comfort and practicality. This mission of an interior professional as per an architect who does decoration.

      To create an ideal environment, the designer will also serve other indispensable devices, such as lighting design, color planning used in the environment, the most appropriate choice of furniture, accessories and decorative objects, all according to the style and with the client’s budget. There, the physical changes of the spaces, the changes of walls, the adjustments of electric and hydraulic, and so on take place. It is important to understand elements such as size and proportion of furniture, shapes and coatings, colors, fabrics, fibers, textures and lighting.

      It is the coordinated combination of all these points that will promote different sensations. A good interior design project can completely change a property according to the needs of the resident. And it is in this power that lies the importance of decoration.

      It is important to ally the taste of the resident to their real needs so it is important to hire an Interior Design project. What the customer wants is not always what he needs. Therefore, the designer will listen and understand the family that will live in the residence, combining aesthetic, functional and economic factors, with optimal use of spaces.

      The Themed Interior Choice

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      When, we design interiors for our homes, we do not go with a theme that say, it should be Indian folk style, Scandinavian or French Country style. There can be several reasons for it, to begin with it is hard to maintain and if the entire house has that theme, it can get quite boring to live in after a while. You don’t feel the need to have that scenic perfection that tends to fade, as if you are constantly living in a hotel. No doubt, these themed interiors do have a certain appealing effect on us. There are certain restaurants we often tend to visit not just because of good food, but mostly because the interiors are comfortable, classy, everything is proper and meticulously kept to perfection with the theme. It’s this artistic work that plays on the human psychology and gives a good feeling. Just like a vacation, everything about the hotel room or the holiday home that was perfect and you had a wonderful time.

      Themed homes can be difficult to maintain and have a monotonous effect on us. Although, we don’t go with specific themes, what makes home interiors fun, special and exciting is that to our sub conscious mind it is all themed in a certain way. It can be contemporary, traditional, modern, but in gestures of maybe just a wall in the living room or a bedroom.

      Our Kitchens can have a certain theme, but there are always going to be more cutleries and kitchenware that do not blend in but needed. So, in this journey of creating something new, perhaps with a theme in mind that can give your home a refreshing look for a longer time.

      It comes with small steps- it can be your balcony, you can have the Tuscan themed balcony. It sure will add as an excellent feature to your home. You can create the French Country Style theme bedroom wall that has soft colour with portraits or painting above the headboard or a popular favourite now is the black and white contemporary styled His ‘n’ Her bathrooms. Each one has its own theme and yet, there is a truth to the individuality to the interiors of your house that has been crafted into your home.

      So, if you are looking for a refreshing touch to the interiors of your home, try this trend of themed walls. It might just be what you are looking for.