Ishika Narang is a Multimedia Writer at the Hindustan Times, with over three years of experience in digital journalism, specialising in health, lifestyle, beauty, and consumer-focused reporting. Her primary coverage areas include evidence-based health journalism, preventive care, wellness trends, and affiliate-driven consumer guides tailored for digital audiences. She began her professional journey in digital media, where she developed expertise in multimedia storytelling and platform-optimised editorial strategies. Over the years, she has worked with reputed organisations such as Park+, Jagran, and Wavel.ai, steadily building credibility in health and consumer journalism. Her work reflects a strong progression in editorial responsibility, combining research-backed reporting with audience-focused content formats. At Hindustan Times, she produces in-depth health and lifestyle features, expert-led explainers, and data-informed consumer stories. She also focuses extensively on affiliate articles, creating well-researched buying guides, product comparisons, and recommendation-based content that balances commercial intent with editorial integrity. Alongside writing, she conceptualises and manages social media storytelling, ensuring content is informative, engaging, and optimised for platform-specific consumption. Her subject expertise includes preventive healthcare, nutrition, supplements, women’s health, beauty trends, consumer awareness, and affiliate commerce content. She integrates expert consultations, peer-reviewed research, verified product analysis, and transparent sourcing. Her strengths lie in evidence-based storytelling, simplifying complex information, and producing reader-first affiliate content that prioritises trust and value. Ishika holds a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) in Marketing from Guru Gobind Indraprastha University, which enhances her understanding of consumer behaviour, digital commerce, and audience engagement, skills that complement her specialisation in consumer and affiliate journalism. She is committed to ethical reporting, transparent affiliate disclosures, rigorous fact-checking, and maintaining editorial credibility, ensuring every story upholds reader trust and journalistic standards.
What do we expect when we come home after a hectic day? Peace, right? But what if your home does not quite give you that feeling? If the interiors feel too cluttered, the colours don’t suit you, or the layout makes everyday life harder, your surroundings can start feeling more overwhelming than relaxing. I feel our environment does affect the way we feel. A messy room can leave your mind feeling just as cluttered, while a clean, thoughtfully designed space can bring a sense of calm. And making a house feel like home does not mean filling every corner with furniture or decor. Sometimes, a few personalised touches that reflect who you are and make everyday life easier can do much more. The focus should be on creating spaces that feel comfortable, functional and connected to the people living in them. The paint colours you choose for your home decor have a significant impact on the overall atmosphere of your space. Rather than following fleeting social media trends, select shades that truly resonate with your personal style. If you want your home to feel like a peaceful sanctuary, opt for neutral tones. For example, a cool beige can make a room appear more spacious while maintaining an understated elegance. Love the greenery and want to experience that indoors? Natural elements can also make a home feel more comfortable and grounded. Wooden furniture, stone, natural textiles, varied textures, and indoor plants can add warmth while creating a stronger visual connection with nature. For people living in busy cities, greenery can be particularly useful in making an indoor space feel fresher. You do not necessarily need to turn your home into an indoor garden. A few well-placed plants, wooden elements or natural-textured furnishings can introduce these details without overwhelming the room.
Because it’s trending may not make your home feel uniquely yours, ultimately, choosing a colour simply.
Founder of The Opulence Interior Design Studio, designing a home should go beyond following the latest trends, according to Priyanka Sinha. Softer shades such as beige, brown, green and white can create a sense of harmony and balance in a home, according to Sinha.
Comfort should come before appearance
That is why proper storage organisers are needed. Thoughtful storage units can make frequently used items easy to reach while keeping the space clean. Built-in units, storage furniture, and a well-planned layout can make it easier to maintain an orderly home without compromising its appearance. A beautiful home also needs to be comfortable to use. A sofa may look striking, but if it is uncomfortable to sit on, it is unlikely to improve everyday living. Similarly, a stylish bed needs to provide a restful place to sleep, while a dining table should suit how a family actually uses it. This is why functionality should be considered alongside aesthetics when choosing furniture. The goal is not to sacrifice style for practicality. Instead, the two can work together. Furniture, lighting and layouts should look good while also supporting the activities that take place in the room. Homes often need to support several activities throughout the day. The same space may be used for working, reading, relaxing, eating, entertaining guests, or spending time with family. Creating small zones can help a home adapt to these changing needs. A reading corner can offer a quieter place to unwind, while a dedicated work area can help separate work from relaxation. An open area can still remain available for family gatherings and conversations. This does not necessarily require a large home.
As mentioned earlier, a clutter-free room can feel easier to manage and more comfortable to live in.
