Western minimalism takes a backseat, the obsession with modern design has excluded the warmth of traditional décor. A modern home, by definition, has clean straight lines with no clutter, reflecting the way we all want to live. But if we change a bit, tradition can give your space the face, you always wanted to have. If we blend together the old and new, the combination which comes out can reflect you rather than just any decor style. The key point is to strike that perfect balance and not overdo it. Don’t be doubtful about your ability to blend together two décor styles, because concept of fusion really works well and is world wide accepted in the décor world.
So here are pots full of ideas of making that combination: 

Pay attention to scale, the mixing of any traditional woodwork piece like an antique chest, writing desk a mirror frame or a wooden cabinet in a contemporary set up, works well when the wood colors harmonize with the rest of the decor. Mahogany, teak and the oak have a formal solid feel, while pine, ash, maple and bamboo are causal of light appearance. So try to mix and match within the same group.

Make sure that most of your interiors are unified in the same theme and that adding elements for the traditional touch is restricted to 15 to 20 %. Contemporary décor is practical and maintenance free, but we cannot live cozily in a minimalist environment. The traditional interiors, be it the wood, stone or natural fabric, adds intimacy to minimalist contemporary home.

Add drama to these traditional pieces. Your antique cabinet in living room can be transformed into a bar unit and the chest can be used for books. A traditional carpet can be used as wall decor and a brass vessel with a glass top as a coffee table.

Block and traditional prints as well as traditional fabrics like velvet, jute and silk add a much desired lift and character to the to the neutral tones of contemporary interiors and serve as a visual breathing space in an otherwise stark palette. Make the living room cozy with traditional pillows, carpet or cashmere throws. If the color of the fabric harmonizes with the furniture, they will be able to coexist aesthetically.

An Indian feel can be introduced using accessories. It is a good practice to pick up at least one item for your home when you travel. With India’s diversity in craftsmanship and skill, not only will this give you a good collection for your home, but will also bring back fond memories of those enjoyable holidays.

Add a dab of Indianness to your stalk white walls with traditional block prints or use Indian prints or use Indian print wallpaper on a wall as a focal point.

If you are not too comfortable with the fusion theme in your entire home, start by setting up an Indian corner which could have a traditional carved table worth a few accessories, like an Indian lamp, and gradually built up from there.

Another concept followed to add that Indian touch in your home is to pick up techniques and elements from traditional decor and use them in contemporary pieces. For example, if you love the intricate carvings of Rajasthan 'jails' or 'jharokhas' but the maintenance is just too much, you can have the same detailing done on glass with etching. This is a subtle way of introducing some Indianness without going over the top.

You can have a low divan or a 'jhula' in the same room as your stylish L-setter. All you need to do is to coordinate the fabrics and throw a few traditional cushions onto your couch. It’s that simple. All you need is a little bit of confidence and a new way of looking at things. There are no strict rules to creativity and it's all about having fun and creating an environment that you are comfortable in.

As far as possible, steer clear of imitations of traditional pieces in fiber and PVC. Natural material like stone, wood and marble have a distinctive warmth and duplication just kills the look. Treat these pieces as collector's item and make sure they are as authentic as possible.

The key to any successful idea is not to overdo it? Treat the traditional elements as focal points. Don’t try to force the collection of traditional elements into your contemporary space. Aim for a home with less clutter and a few good traditional pieces to create interest. Think of contemporary interiors like a star canvas... waiting for a few Indian pieces to add some color and taste. So maybe, it's time to dig into your storeroom and bring out those antiques gifted to you by your grandparents. A stylish mix of traditional and contemporary décor does add that unique individuality. So go on... make a statement that is uniquely you!