Imagine walking into a room where each piece — be it the lights, furniture, or even a rug — plays its unique notes yet comes together like a perfectly orchestrated jazz symphony. Ashutosh Pandey, co-founder, Life n Colors says, “Eclectic interiors have become a celebration of creativity, bringing together diverse eras, styles, and materials to craft truly unique spaces.” Much like that, curating eclectic interiors thrives on intentional juxtaposition; a space where seemingly disparate things fit in perfect harmony to create a masterpiece. Preetam Pratap Tipale, managing director & CEO, Gira Infra says, “They have become the defining feature of modern design, where blending different eras, styles, and materials creates spaces that reflect individuality and personality.”



Harmonising conflicting aesthetics:

Eclectic interiors require you to embrace contrast. Sanjay Pareek, co-founder and director - Beyond & More says, “Grounding a modern armchair and ottoman set with a vintage Persian rug, or pairing a contemporary Scandinavian coffee table with hand-carved wooden stools – these contradictions aren’t by accident, but are curated for effect.”



The melody of textures & colours:

Eclectic interiors aim to create a sensorial experience that goes beyond just visual aesthetics. And, this is achieved by highlighting certain colours and textures. Sanjay says, “In terms of texture, you would team a plush velvet sofa with a sleek metallic side table. Or perhaps a gilded brass bench with a woven seat cover. This is a tactile contradiction that fits seamlessly into the mould of eclectic interiors. As for colour, fortune favours the bold! You’re likely to see a solid-coloured blue accent wall roofed with wooden beams that are painted red. The rest of the room would be in neutral, subtler tones.”



Combining different eras

Mixing furniture from various time periods is a hallmark of eclectic design. Dattatraya Sarjerao, Vice President - Head of Design & Development, Century Real Estate Holdings says, “You might see a Victorian-style armchair paired with a mid-century modern coffee table or a sleek, minimalist desk placed next to an ornate antique mirror. The key is balancing old and new, often with an emphasis on finding harmony between contrasting styles.”