For Abhishek Kathuria, Founder and Creative Director of Rosabagh, the evolution between maximalism during ancient and modern times has much to do with the society we live in.“A maximalist vision will always evolve over years. However, looking back and comparing the separate times, it is the relation of materials to design and the geometry of space that has transitioned with the development of our society at large.” He further shares that modern maximalism evidently continues to pay tribute to ancient design where the spirit of opulence is explored through different mediums – artefacts, wallpapers, traditional colour palettes, all of which draw heavily from the royal period. The use of opulent décor and rich elements back in the royal age was a way of conveying wealth and power of the rich and affluent – that was the idea of maximalism back then. Maximalism in the 21st century is a means of self-expression; a personal and eclectic approach to one’s own personal space. “With the power of the internet and social media, consumers have become exposed to newer forms of design, finding inspiration within different mediums and attempting to incorporate these elements in their cookie-designed homes which represent their own uniqueness,” says Nitush Mahipal – Co-founder of White Domus. The essence of self-expression through one’s home is what maximalism is all about. People want their home to be a true representation of their personality and so they often look for pieces that are an extension of their personalities. “We live in the era of personalisation, and this is a part and parcel of maximalism.” Apart from the elements used, there has also been an evident shift in the materials used. For the ancient royals, it was marble and wood. Today there is an exploration of non-traditional materials like resin, metal, concrete and leather. Room for more Minimalism is still very much on trend as its crisp lines and muted colours has recently dominated the design world, especially the urbanized population seeking reference in the design trend. However, loud and rebellious maximalism is also taking some of the spotlight. Less is more to more is more, the preference of design themes is changing where people are not scared to experiment and are introducing bold print and patterns to their homes. While it can get a bit tough for both the trends Sachin Gupta & Neha Gupta, Founders, Beyond Designs Altus Luxury Living 10|LUXEBOOK|APRIL 2022 APRIL 2022 |LUXEBOOK|11
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