Interior design has a total of 13% share in all of the design industry distribution in India. India houses more than 50 interior design companies with a turnover of more than 2.5 crores. The enrollment rate for Interior design courses in India has become 6.81% as per CII, the industry’s booming is a reason.
The Indian Interior Design sector is growing at a significant rate because of the booming population, urbanization, and rising income levels. Architects, Trade members, interior designers, etc make up the interior design sector in India.
Interior design has undergone significant changes and evolution over time. The industrial revolution saw the emergence of new technologies and mass production, leading to a new type of interior design characterized by functionality and simplicity.
During the 20th century, new design styles like Mid-Century Modern were released that became popular very quickly. Advancements like sophisticated lighting played a major role in interior design.
Modern Interior Design in the 90s
The 1970s were known for bright colors and discos, a trend that exceeds fashion and includes home design. The late 90s saw a shift towards more organic and subtle colors. Decorative paintings and wallpapers were popular things.
The 2000s saw technological advancements take over home designs. Smartphones were used to control the home’s electronics. Home designs picked up modern simplistic styles that can still be seen today.
The emergence of modern interior design can be traced back to the 1990s when there was a shift away from traditional styles towards more contemporary and minimalistic aesthetics. Globalization, technological advancements, a booming economy, changing lifestyles, and pop culture were some of the factors that influence this shift. This time also saw a new appreciation for bright colors and free expression.
The current century is seeing the trend of sustainable construction keeping in mind the protection of the environment. Some of the latest trends are smart-home integration, minimalism, and biophilic design.
India Design Report by the Confederation of Indian Industry stated that 10.17% of the design industry is represented by interior designers. As per CII, Bangalore tops the design industry distribution by 24.12%. Vijayawada was at the bottom with only 0.59% though, it has the maximum number of interior designers in the country in 2017. Courtesy: https://www.thehindu.com/brandhub/why-more-students-willing-to-take-up-interior-design-courses-might-be-your-next-big-obsession-too/article66670811.ece