In the eyes of young consumers, the best design for home interiors combines modern elements with Chinese classical furnishing.[Provided to China Daily]

"Take kitchen, for example. There can be thousands of details that need to be taken into consideration when designing kitchenware, stove, cupboard and sink. The cooking habits, dining habits, the number of family members and family structure will all influence the usage, floor plan and necessities in the limited space. In more affluent families with spacious kitchens, the place is not only a space for preparing food but a space for communication and quality time together. So, the safety of children must be embedded in every detail of the kitchen design," said Lienhart.

To reduce the risk of complaints against designers and suppliers, communication is key, which can produce good results in custom interior design, according to market experts.

Zhu Yuanmin, marketing director with Beijing-based Easy Home Ltd, said as customization of interior design and furnishing involves a lot of steps, it is essential to include every detail explicitly in the contract with the consumer, to ensure efficiency and transparency in the entire design, manufacturing and installation process.

Such a contract would also help consumers as it would pre-empt misunderstandings, said Zhu.