In this article, we’ll be walking you through some of the traditional Kannada elements to incorporate into your home. So be ready to de-clutter and renovate your home the Kannada way!

Rangoli

Any Kannada household is bound to have a traditional hand- made rangoli design by default. The white coloured pattern made of rice flour made in different designs is found in every South Indian family since it is considered auspicious.

It may take time and practice before you perfect it but it’s worth it!

Fresh flowers

The interior designers of today are greatly inspired by this particular practice. A Kannada household always has a large broad mouthed vessel filled with water and fresh flowers floating on it.

It brings a new feel to the house and is one of the best ways to perk you up instantly!

Jharokhas

These are window shaped outlines either carved in wood or can be seen embedded in the walls of a typical Kannada home. These can also be made of clay.

When embedded in the wall, these act as a space to keep the earthen lamps or diyas.

Scented incense sticks

One can invariably find a typical Kannada household smelling of sandalwood!

So you can use sandalwood incense sticks as well, or you can opt for scented candles instead. It can serve the dual purpose of lighting up a corner also.

Torans

Yes! The indispensable accessory of festivals, even the grih-pravesh, designer torans that we usually purchase to decorate our homes is inspired from here.

Traditionally these are made from fresh mango or coconut leaves, but you can also go for the fabric ones.

Swings

This style statement of today has its origins from the south, where almost every courtyard has this particular piece of furniture. It’s available in every size right from those meant for toddlers to those intended for adults.

So go on and add a bit of ‘ethnic’ to your balcony!

Traditional architecture

A typical Kannada household is synonymous with a central ‘aangan’ or inner courtyard. A place that provides a special patch of sunshine to dry papads and make pickles!

The outer verandah is invariably made of delicately carved wooden columns supporting massive wooden beams. These columns are seen crafted in unusual patterns and intricate designs.

Art

Oil paintings of gods and goddesses such as those of goddess Lakshmi find a home in these households.

One can even find a corner dedicated to the ancestors where photos in black and white are kept framed.

Ornate carvings in wood depicting mythological stories add a rustic element to the house. You can also indulge in these decorative pieces to add that rustic look to your home.

Furniture

Furniture may include wooden chests, decorative boxes in sandalwood, metal, marble, footstools, jharokhas and even bird cages.

It is heavy in design with intricate patterns and motifs, curved armrests, metal or ivory inlay works and may have silk fabric upholstery.

Whatever be the taste in furniture, you won’t find the knick-knacks and curios. No clutter in short!

No household incorporates calm, serene and peaceful at one place as does a typical Kannada home. Just follow the cues mentioned above and bring these traits to your home.

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