Image: unsplash.com Rattan and wicker are among the most popular natural materials that have been making the rounds in all kinds of interior design for the past couple of years. Apart from being sustainable choices, these material options endow an elegant aesthetic in homes and show no signs of abating anytime soon. Moreover, with easy to maintain properties, a soothing hue and multiple applications, it is undoubtedly one of the most accessible and affordable materials to manifest a relaxing ambience in homes. Disha Bhavsar and Shivani Ajmera, Principal Designers and Co-Founders, Quirk Studio, a Mumbai-based interior design firm, share some easy ways to use rattan in home decor are:

Rattan is one of the most trending materials that has been predominantly endowing furniture pieces for a long time. Due to its durability and low maintenance properties, it was the obvious choice for outdoor furniture pieces. However, gradually, as the boundaries between the inside and outside blurred, Rattan has become a prominent part of the indoor realm, being used in furniture pieces like lounge chairs, centre tables, sofas, console tables and even storage units. Bed backs and Panelling

One of the most playful elements in a bedroom, where a lot can be explored, is the headboard and the panelling behind the bed. While there is an array of materials available, rattan is becoming a popular choice for them. It provides a beautiful natural texture, which can be experimental according to the weaving pattern, accentuated by the warm-toned hue that complements all kinds of decor.

Image: Quirk Studio When sandwiched between two pieces of glass in a frame, Rattan makes for an impactful material choice for wardrobes and storage. The play of porosity due to the weaving pattern makes for a dynamic visual, and the glass prevents dust particles from entering the repository.

Image: Shutterstock  A light fixture is trending apparel shaped from rattan. They come in various sizes, from a lamp to a chandelier. Its earthy tone allows it to be used in all spaces, be it a living space or a bedroom. In addition, its materiality and weaving style promises a dynamic play of light and shadow that adds a character of its own to the area.

Image: Quirk Studio Apart from significant elements, rattan can also be incorporated into the home through small decor items like table mats, pots for plants, partition screens, and beautiful baskets for storing trinkets. These are aesthetic ways to pepper the home with a budget-friendly yet trending material that serves a larger purpose of being eco-friendly and sustainable.

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