A cheerful, Art Deco-inspired 3BHK home in Mumbai by MuseLAB

Create a makeshift entryway by building a hanging bookcase. Use it to display your travel finds, thrift shop steals or even your kids’ trophies as a little sneak-peek into your life. Use different coloured flooring to properly demarcate the areas.

A bright, solid coloured yellow sofa dominates the living space. The sleek centre table also doubles up as a storage area. An easy way to increase the sunlight streaming into the house is by using polished floors.

MuseLAB created a dining space in the spacious living room itself by placing a dining table against a blank wall. Again, note the use of different flooring although they are in the same shade. We love the bold brass chandelier suspended right above it.

If your door opens directly in your living room, create a hanging bookshelf to separate the two areas, as is done here. Don’t be afraid to play with two or more colours in a single space. The patterned flooring is balanced by monotone walls.

The kitchen has straight linear lines and shows a great balance of colour – white walls and overhead wooden cabinets balance the deep blue lower cabinets and rust coloured floor.

The child’s room has been kept relatively clutter free, with only a chair and bed as the main pieces of furniture. Pastel cushions are complimented by ombre curtains that match the white and blue flooring. This helps create cohesion with the rest of the space.

Create an interesting bathroom space by using different tiles to make each section stand out. Note how the light is placed near the mirror to maximise the light. Keep the ceiling and floor neutral to prevent an overdose of colours and patterns.