India, Nov. 9 -- The shift is interesting among younger homeowners and those who live in a rented homes, with Gen Z and millennials becoming more experimental with colours, patterns, furniture and distinctive design elements. Social media has further expanded their exposure to global interiors, while changing urban lifestyles have also made functionality, adaptability and space optimisation important considerations when choosing furniture.

To understand how these preferences are shaping the Indian home decor landscape, we recently spoke with Krsnaa Mehta, founder and design director of India Circus, a Godrej Enterprises brand. In our conversation, we discussed how Indian consumers are expressing their personalities through interiors, why...