India’s regional architectural and design heritage is unparalleled. In 2025, there’s a strong resurgence in regional interior design styles — not as replicas of the past, but as reimagined, functional, and aesthetic themes suited for modern living. 

From Rajasthani jharokhas to Kerala’s wooden ceilings, Indian homeowners are increasingly looking to honor their roots while creating sophisticated, timeless homes.

1. Rajasthani Royalty

Signature Style: Carved wooden furniture, bold colors like indigo and mustard, mirror work, and jaali screens.

Modern Twist: Use ornate jharokha mirrors as wall art, add carved headboards to contemporary beds, and incorporate Rajput-style tiles for accent walls.

Where to Use It:

  • Entryways with brass lamps and vibrant wallpaper.
  • Dining rooms with low-hung arches and antique brassware.

2. Kerala’s Tropical Calm

Signature Style: Sloping wooden roofs, laterite stone, Athangudi tiles, and brass oil lamps.

Modern Twist: Use Kerala-style wooden panels in ceilings or wardrobes. Incorporate heritage tile patterns into flooring or backsplashes, paired with minimalist decor.

Where to Use It:

  • Verandahs with wooden chairs, white walls, and banana plant decor.
  • Bathrooms with wooden vanities and brass fittings.

3. Bengal’s Colonial Influence

Signature Style: Wooden bay windows, pastel walls, four-poster beds, colonial chandeliers.

Modern Twist: Paint with soft mint and pale yellow shades, restore antique Bengali furniture, and combine with rattan chairs or cane dividers.

Where to Use It:

  • Study rooms with bookcases and leather accents.
  • Bedrooms with traditional writing desks.

4. Tamil Nadu’s Temple Architecture and Vernacular Design

Signature Style: Stone sculptures, red oxide flooring, granite columns, brass decor, symmetrical courtyards.

Vernacular Elements:

  • Thinai: A raised platform near the entrance used for seating or socializing; often made of stone or red oxide.
  • Mutram: The central courtyard open to the sky, allowing natural ventilation and light — common in Chettinad homes.
  • Nadumuttam: The inner open space in traditional Kerala and Tamil houses.

Modern Twist:

  • Use Thinai as a built-in bench in entrance lobbies with stone or oxide finish.
  • Create modern courtyards using skylights and vertical gardens as a nod to the traditional Mutram.
  • Use Athangudi-style tiles for thresholds or niches.

Where to Use It:

  • Puja rooms with bell ceilings and brass lamps.
  • Internal courtyards with skylights, potted plants, and heritage floor tiles.
  • Long verandahs with Thinnai-style seating.

India’s regional interior design traditions are rich with history, storytelling, and craftsmanship. The 2025 trend is all about reinterpreting these legacies in fresh, functional, and artistic ways. Whether you love the grandeur of Rajasthan or the stillness of Kerala’s coastal charm, there’s a regional style for every home and personality.

Embrace the cultural soul of your home. Let Vibrant Spaces craft interiors inspired by India’s timeless design heritage. Contact 95431 95431.