To find a feeling of comfort within a space, a sense of balance is an important factor to be considered. And I keep that in mind while designing spaces.
Rhythm is another element I consider while designing. It adds interest to the space, brings in a sense of liveliness. So a play of scale proportion, shapes and forms are vital for the success of my designs.
Colors play an important role in bringing in various pieces together. Unify in a harmonious manner. These could be help set a mood to the space, evoke a feeling. Sometimes, the palette I bring, are inspirations from nature, fashion, culture, or by playing with the color wheel. It's always a good way to begin from basics.
I am not fond of Traditional interiors, very heavy, and ornate. I like to instead be inspired by them and tone it down to fit them in today's environment. Eclectic and modern style is the direction I tend to lean on to.
Understanding human behavior/ interaction in an open an enclosed space, enables me to work on the development phase of space planning. Why things are done the in a specific manner. There should be a reason and purpose for setting a path in a space.
Like I mentioned earlier, I sometimes take inspiration from nature, which led me to know more about biomimicry. It is interesting to learn how plants and animals survive in the surroundings. A great source for effective space planning, in turn supporting the idea of sustainability.
I am always in search for creative ideas. It helps me grow as a designer, and make reasonable decisions in my design process.
And lastly, as a budding designer I am learning the process of working in a collaborative manner. Since it is vital for your growth as well as the company we work in. As designers we need to respect other designers works style and tastes and appreciate them. Without it, the journey will not be a pleasant one.