EMBRACING ARCS AND ROUNDED CURVES
The sharp edges of modernism are softening as 2023 welcomes the return of organic forms. Arched doorways, curved furniture, and rounded architectural details are creating spaces that feel more human and inviting. This design evolution reflects our collective desire for comfort and flow in our living spaces. Learn how to incorporate these gentle geometries into your home, from subtle curved corners to bold circular statements that define entire rooms.
In a conversation with Anuradha Aggarwal, Founder of Studio Olives Cre, we spoke about various interior design trends for 2023. According to her, “Interiors have been embracing arcs and rounded curves for 2023 for a time now. Circular rugs, tulip and egg seats, and crescent sofas gradually occupied the spotlight. Soft contemporary is a broad term that covers a variety of styles, but it is distinguished by its quiet elegance, coziness, warmth, and mindful use of color, texture, and pattern. Expect sustainability to be a prominent aspect of interior inspiration in 2023, with natural materials and colors that are inspired by nature coming to the fore, in line with increased attention on climate.”
In context with the recent budget announcement, Anuradha Aggarwal emphasized on the outlay for PM Awas Yojana is being increased by 66% to over Rs 79,000 crores. She said, “It’s a big attempt to provide affordable houses to the people of the country. Now India’s growth outlook seems better than in the pre-pandemic years, and the Indian economy is prepared to grow at its potential in the medium term. With an aim to alleviate stress for small businesses, a Rs 9,000-crore corpus for a revamped credit guarantee scheme will add new growth to the MSME.”
“For women entrepreneurs, the government would promote general artisans through components such as financial support, skill training, modern green technology, brand promotion, and linkage with local and global markets,” she further added. Talking about the challenges as a woman in the business, she thinks that there is a lack of role models and an absence of the tradition of mentoring. Women architects and designers never gather critical mass and broader issues never get documented. I am just scratching the surface, but the idea is to address such concerns.
Studio Olives Cre has done many luxurious renovations and decors in top cities with the majority of clients from Delhi and Mumbai. Recently Anuradha Aggarwal collaborated with star cricketer Hardik Pandya to decore his dream home in Vadodara. In addition, two of her projects in Goa, Frangipani, and Assagao received huge acknowledgments from the international community.